Summer time means long evenings, socialising with friends and casual brunches.
Whether you find yourself alone, with a loved one or with a group of friends at a house get-together; simple, do-it-yourself, refreshingly indulgent summer drinks are the perfect way to keep your cool in the heat and make a summer's day even sweeter.
Indulge in some luscious Baileys Irish Cream, either over three cubes of ice, blended or shaken with these really simple drinks.
1. Baileys over ice
Chilling with friends? Match the mood by letting ice release the hidden flavours of Baileys.
All you need is a bottle of Baileys Irish Cream, a supply of ice, some thick bottomed tumblers and a few good friends. As you savour the good times of the evening ahead, let the ice release the hidden flavours of Baileys.
Recipe (quantities are for one serving)
Step 1: Drop three large ice cubes into a tumbler
Step 2: Pour over 50ml of Baileys
Step 3: Serve with friends
Tip: Make sure you use large ice cubes that don't melt too quickly
2. Blended Baileys
Impress your friends with your mixing moves on a warm day - it's deceptively simple to blend this delicious Baileys with an icily refreshing taste.
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Baileys Chocolatini
Decadent, delicious and divine, the Baileys Chocolatini is fast to make but its dreamy taste will linger with you all evening. This drink will send you and your friends to chocolate heaven.
Recipe (quantities are for one serving)
Step 1: Drop several ice cubes into a shaker.
Step 2: Pour over 50ml of Baileys, 10ml of Smirnoff Vodka and 15ml of Chocolate Liqueur
Step 3: Shake together.
Step 4: Strain drink into a chilled Martini glass.
Tips:
* Garnish your Martini with chocolate shavings or chocolate flakes. If you don't have chocolate, then try a sprinkling of cocoa powder or hot chocolate powder.
* If you don't have either then don't worry, this drink is so chocolaty you'll find it hard to improve!
Baileys Mudslide
How can a drink that looks this sophisticated be so easy to make?
Recipe (quantities are for one serving)
Step 1: Take equal parts of Baileys, Smirnoff Vodka, Godiva chocolate liqueur
Step 2: Shake & serve over ice or blend with ice
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3. Baileys latte
If your coffee lacks luxury, why not try adding Baileys? You'll never be bored again.
A relaxed and informal way to enjoy Baileys, Baileys Latte tastes great in the afternoon and hits the spot right. In fact, Baileys Latte goes down well whatever you’re planning on doing.
Recipe (quantities are for one serving)
Step 1: Take your coffee mug or coffee glass
Step 2: Pour in 20ml of espresso coffee
Step 3: Add 50ml of Baileys
Step 4: Fill with steamed milk
Step 5: Decorate the top with froth
Step 6: Sprinkle with chocolate shavings
Tip: Make sure you put the Baileys in near the start along with the coffee.
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4. Baileys coffee
You won't need a fancy machine to make this sumptuous Baileys Coffee. This delicious alternative to your regular cup of coffee is simple and just as warming.
Recipe (quantities are for one serving)
Step 1: Prepare some fresh coffee in a coffee mug
Step 2: Top up with steaming hot milk
Step 3: Pour in 50ml of Baileys
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