Bailey's Dream Shake
The Bailey's Dream Shake is a luscious blend of rich Irish cream liqueur, velvety vanilla ice cream, and a hint of chocolate, creating a decadent dessert cocktail that delights the senses.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Collins glass
- 3 ingredients
Bailey's Dream Shake
Ingredients
- Baileys irish cream2 oz
- Vanilla ice-cream2 scoops
- Cream
Method
- Blend ingredients for 30 seconds.
- Definitely refreshing for a hot summer's day !
What you need
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A blender that handles ice
You need real ice-crushing power, not just a fruit smoothie setting.
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An Irish cream liqueur from Ireland, made with Irish whiskey, cream and cocoa. It's 17% ABV. Sweet cream, milk chocolate and vanilla with a soft whiskey warmth at the end. Think melted ice cream that's had a nip.
See 23 Baileys irish cream drinksWhere it comes from
The Bailey's Dream Shake exemplifies the cream liqueur cocktail renaissance, where iconic brands like Baileys Irish Cream become the foundation for indulgent, dessert-forward drinks. This contemporary creation appeals to consumers seeking cocktails that blur the line between beverage and dessert. The drink gained popularity in upscale bars and lounges seeking approachable, Instagram-worthy creations.
Tips from the bar
- Chill all ingredients to proper temperature before blending for smooth consistency
- use quality ice cream or heavy cream to create luxurious mouthfeel
- blend gently to avoid over-aerating the drink
- serve immediately to prevent separation
- consider adding espresso powder or cacao for flavor enhancement
Twists worth trying
- Bailey's Chocolate Dream Shake
- A rich chocolate variation using chocolate ice cream and cocoa powder for decadent indulgence
- Bailey's Coffee Dream Shake
- A coffee-forward version with espresso and cold brew for morning sophistication
- Bailey's Vanilla Dream Shake
- A vanilla-centric preparation using premium vanilla ice cream and vanilla liqueur
What to eat with it
- Brownies
- Chocolate layer cake
- Irish coffee cake
- Chocolate truffles
- Vanilla wafers
- Chocolate-covered pretzels
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Bailey's Dream Shake?
A Bailey's Dream Shake is made with baileys irish cream, vanilla ice-cream, cream.
What glass do you use for a Bailey's Dream Shake?
Serve a Bailey's Dream Shake in a collins glass.
What does a Bailey's Dream Shake taste like?
Expect creamy, chocolatey, coffee.
What can I make with Baileys irish cream?
We have 23 drinks built around Baileys irish cream. See them all on the Baileys irish cream page.
More with Baileys irish cream
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