Does Baileys go bad?

From what we know about liquor, they generally get better with time, and the taste and quality enhance the longer they are kept. This truth holds for many of our favorite scotch and wine but sadly not all drinks survive the test of time and one such creamy liqueur is Baileys.

Unlike other liquors that can be left to brew, Baileys come with an expiration date, and if not consumed in time, it certainly will go bad.

Can Baileys Go Bad In The Fridge

The Irish cream can be seen more like a dessert rather than liquor. It is creamy and contains a good amount of liquor which is why people use it as a sauce or to enhance the taste of their coffee. Probably that's why not many prefer to consume it directly, and even if they do, it is in small amounts. This drink does not have a long shelf life and should be viewed more like a dairy with heavy cream rather than an alcoholic beverage. The drink can go bad if it crosses its expiration date irrespective of being kept in a fridge or not. Moreover, one should abstain from freezing Baileys as even though the alcohol will not freeze, the cream certainly will. This will only make pouring the drink all the more difficult. Also, the freezing process will cause crystals to form in the drink which will completely ruin the texture of the drink. As long as the bottle remains tightly sealed, keeping it in a refrigerator will help to retain the quality of the drink though in no way should one freeze it.

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Can Bailey Go Bad In Heat?

The creamy liquor should always be kept away from heat and direct exposure to sunlight. Heat is bad for Baileys and the unsealed battles should be kept in a refrigerator and not out in the heat. Since the regular temperature of your room is above 70 degrees, it is not a good idea to leave the bottles outside. Unopened bottles can also be stored in the pantry as it is cooler than the rest of the house and has no direct sunlight falling on it. Though after the seal is broken, it should only be stored in a refrigerator as it will enhance the quality of the drink and prevent it from going bad before time. Also, the bottle should be sealed tightly when it is not being used as it will help it from deteriorating fast. 

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How To Know If The Cream Has Gone Bad?

The drink should really be consumed early and not be stored for a very long duration. All bottles come with an expiration date and it is advisable to consume it before that particular date. The main point that needs to be kept in mind while identifying if the drink is good enough for consumption is the smell of the creamy liquor. If the creamy liquor at all smells sour or unpleasant then it should not be consumed at all.  This is a clear indication that the drink has gone foul.

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How do you like your Baileys? Do you consume it directly or do you prefer to use it in your coffee or ice-cream? Let us know using the comment box below.

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