Irish Whiskey Delight
This homemade Irish cream, also known as Baileys Irish cream, is a delightful blend of whiskey, coffee, heavy cream, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive celebrations, this creamy, indulgent liqueur captures the rich flavors of traditional Irish cream. Whether enjoyed on the rocks, in coffee, or as a decadent dessert ingredient, this homemade Irish cream is sure to delight your taste buds.
Irish Whiskey Delight
An indulgent homemade Baileys Irish cream made with whiskey, coffee, heavy cream, and a hint of sweetness.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Seeds from 1/4 of a vanilla pod
- 1 tablespoon cacao nibs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly coarse-ground coffee
- 2 ounces Irish whiskey
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Sterilize a reusable glass bottle and cap by boiling it in hot water.
- In a small saucepan, bring the milk, vanilla seeds, and cacao nibs to a simmer for 30 minutes.
- Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth-lined strainer. Return the liquid to the pan and add sugar and salt. Gently simmer until reduced by half, approximately 1 hour.
- Add the coffee to the milk mixture, stir well, and let rest for 5 minutes. Strain the liquid and let it cool completely.
- Stir the whiskey into the milk mixture. Blend the mixture with the heavy cream for 20 seconds.
- Pour the finished Irish cream into the sterilized bottle, seal it, and chill in the fridge until cold.