How to Make Irish Cream Liqueur

Irish cream liqueur is a great-tasting drink for the holidays or parties. You can make your own batch for considerably less than the cost of a premium brand following this recipe.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Pour light cream, condensed milk, chocolate syrup, vanilla extract and butterscotch flavoring into blender.

2. Mix two teaspoons of instant coffee crystals with two ounces of hot water or milk and pour into blender. Blend on high for 10 seconds.

3. Pour brandy and whiskey into mixture in blender. Blend on high for 20 seconds. Pour mixture into a 40-ounce glass bottle and screw on cap.

4. Serve immediately in cordial or whiskey glasses. Keep refrigerated to store for up to two weeks. This recipe makes about 35 ounces, or slightly more than a quart, with an alcohol content about 20%.