Nothing says festive celebrations like a glass of Baileys Irish cream liqueur and supermarkets have already gone head to head in a price war this Christmas.
Tesco announced 1L bottles were reduced to £13 for Clubcard shoppers and Sainsburys responded by matching the bargain price. With its heady blend of Irish whiskey and spirits, Irish dairy cream, chocolate and vanilla flavours, Baileys certainly helps to warm the cockles in the cold winter months, and for many of us, it’s an absolute must-have tipple for the Christmas season.
As the discerning drinker's bible, Difford’s Guide, agrees Baileys is “the world’s best-selling liqueur” and rocking in at 17 per cent ABV it could also be potentially potent if you get too carried away with its creamy goodness. Not content with the sumptuously smooth taste of their original offering, the Irish brand is famous for releasing limited edition flavours all year round.
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As our thoughts turn to a cheeky Baileys in front of the fireplace, we’ve rounded up some of the finest flavours and the best post-Black Friday prices to get you in the Christmas spirit.
For fans of the creamy liquor, Waitrose is selling the limited edition Eton Mess flavour for just £8.79 for 70cl. A delicious mix of creamy meringue and the summer berry flavours of strawberry, raspberry and blueberry, this limited edition indulgence would look great in your drinks cabinet.
If you prefer the creamy taste of the original flavour, Asda is offering the 70 cl size for £10 with the larger 1-litre bottle reduced to just £13 while stocks last. Tesco also has a great deal on the fresh and fruity Orange Truffle edition with its distinctive chocolate orange flavour. The 1-litre bottle is on special for just £13 for Club Card members., making it an affordable after-dinner treat.
The Bottle Club could be tickling your taste buds with the simply delicious limited edition Red Velvet Cupcake for just £13.99 - a flavour that combines the sweet taste of chocolate cake with the gentle characteristics of the whiskey.
The online beverage specialist has some other awesome flavours to choose from, including the elegant Chocolate Lux that tastes like a boozy milkshake and the super sweet Strawberries and Cream that brings to mind the flavours of summer all year round.
If you are yearning for something truly decadent, the Baileys cocktail-inspired limited edition Tiramisu flavour pairs the subtle flavour of the whisky with the espresso-soaked essence of the Italian dessert. Utterly delicious, coffee lovers can pick up a 700ml bottle at Tesco for £17.
For a truly autumnal taste, Sainsbury's has £2 off RRP of the Salted Caramel flavour that blends the sweetness of the caramel with a pinch of salt and other punchy flavours. On sale for £16 for a 70cl bottle, this has to be one of our favourites for the festive season.
Finally, and if you can find it in stock, the Baileys Apple Pie edition is an absolute treat for the tastebuds. Like an alcohol-infused pudding, you can drink this on its own or add it to literally anything else to give it a super-sweet, deliciously decadent flavour. The cheapest we found it was here.
Perfect for pouring over ice, making cocktails or even spicing up your ice cream or dessert, Baileys is a firm favourite for the festive season. Imbibe responsibly but do enjoy every delicious mouthful.
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