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'''Irish cream''' is a [[cream liqueur]] based on [[Irish whiskey]], [[cream]] and other flavourings. It typically has an [[alcohol by volume|ABV]] (alcohol by volume) level of 15 to 20% and is served on its own or in mixed drinks, most commonly [[Irish coffee]]. Its largest markets are the [[United Kingdom]], [[Canada]] and the [[United States]]. |
'''Irish cream''' is a [[cream liqueur]] based on [[Irish whiskey]], [[cream]] and other flavourings. It typically has an [[alcohol by volume|ABV]] (alcohol by volume) level of 15 to 20% and is served on its own or in mixed drinks, most commonly [[Irish coffee]]. Its largest markets are the [[United Kingdom]], [[Canada]] and the [[United States]]. |
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It is not a traditional Irish product, as the first version of it, [[Baileys Irish Cream|Baileys]], was invented by a creative agency working for [[International Distillers & Vintners]]'s Dublin office in 1973.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Gluckman |first1=David |title=In 1973, I invented a 'girly drink' called Baileys |url=https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/books/in-1973-i-invented-a-girly-drink-called-baileys-1.3240945 |access-date=9 September 2019 |publisher=The Irish Times |date=October 2, 2017}}</ref> Nevertheless, within the European Union, Irish cream is a [[Geographical indications and traditional specialities in the European Union|protected geographical indicator]] product that must be produced in [[Ireland]].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Taylor |first1=Charles |title=Irish cream liqueur sales set to break 100m bottle barrier this year |url=https://www.irishtimes.com/business/agribusiness-and-food/irish-cream-liqueur-sales-set-to-break-100m-bottle-barrier-this-year-1.3322345 |access-date=23 October 2019 |publisher=Irish Times |date=December 11, 2017}}</ref> |
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| Type | cream liqueur |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Ireland |
| Introduced | 1973 |
| Alcohol by volume | 15–20% |
| Proof (US) | 30°–40° |
| Colour | white |
| Flavour | sweet, creamy |
| Ingredients | Irish whiskey, cream, sugar |
| Variants | Grape wine is sometimes substituted for whiskey |
| Related products | Irish coffee |
Irish cream is a cream liqueur based on Irish whiskey, cream and other flavourings. It typically has an ABV (alcohol by volume) level of 15 to 20% and is served on its own or in mixed drinks, most commonly Irish coffee. Its largest markets are the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States.
It is not a traditional Irish product, as the first version of it, Baileys, was invented by a creative agency working for International Distillers & Vintners's Dublin office in 1973.[1] Nevertheless, within the European Union, Irish cream is a protected geographical indicator product that must be produced in Ireland.[2]
Brands
Top brands of Irish cream include Baileys, Kerrygold, Carolans and Saint Brendan's. The largest manufacturer is Diageo.
Use
Irish cream is served straight, on the rocks or in mixed drinks, often in combination with Kahlúa in an Irish coffee or hot chocolate. It is also a common addition to White Russians. Some use Irish cream to flavour desserts and other sweet treats.[citation needed]
See also
- Irish coffee, a more traditional Irish whiskey cocktail of similar principle
References
- ^ Gluckman, David (October 2, 2017). "In 1973, I invented a 'girly drink' called Baileys". The Irish Times. Retrieved 9 September 2019.
- ^ Taylor, Charles (December 11, 2017). "Irish cream liqueur sales set to break 100m bottle barrier this year". Irish Times. Retrieved 23 October 2019.
