Cream liqueur

Cream liqueur is a type of liqueur that includes dairy cream and a generally flavourful liquor base. Some of the most well-known examples of cream liqueur include Baileys Irish Cream, Amarula, and RumChata.

History

The history of cream liqueur is relatively recent compared to other types of alcoholic beverages. The first commercially successful cream liqueur, Baileys Irish Cream, was only introduced in 1974. Since then, the popularity of cream liqueurs has grown, with many different brands and flavours now available on the market.

Production

The production of cream liqueur involves blending dairy cream with a base liquor, such as whiskey, rum, or brandy. The cream and liquor are homogenized together to form a stable emulsion. Additional flavourings, such as chocolate, coffee, or fruit, may also be added. The final product is typically bottled at around 15-20% alcohol by volume (ABV).

Consumption

Cream liqueurs are often consumed on their own, either neat or over ice. They can also be used as an ingredient in cocktails, or added to coffee or hot chocolate. Despite their creamy texture and sweet flavour, cream liqueurs are classified as spirits rather than liqueurs due to their higher alcohol content.

See also

• List of liqueurs
• Irish cream
• Advocaat
• Coquito