Baileys is an Irish whiskey & cream based liqueur made by Gilbeys of Ireland & currently trademarked by Diageo. The Irish cream was introduced in 1974 & the brand name Baileys was based on the London hotel. A combination of Irish whiskey & cream are infused together to create a silky velvety liquor. The cream used in Baileys is delivered daily in insulated tankers & processed on the day it arrives & the whiskey is a triple pot still blend, made to a proprietary
Specification. The sugar comes from sugar cane & beet with the distinct style of Baileys being derived from a unique proprietary cocoa extract recipe giving Baileys its chocolate character & essence. Currently ranking 9th in the international league of top selling global premium spirit brands, Baileys is ranked No.9 in Impact's top 100 premium spirits brands worldwide, Baileys is both the world;s No.1 selling liqueur brand & the world's No.1 selling cream liqueur br&. Baileys is also the top selling Duty Free liqueur brand in the world.