Baileys Irish Cream evokes images of a White Russian, a Mudslide, or this version known as The Mackenzie. This smooth, dessert-style cocktail blends Baileys with amaretto and vodka for a rich, crowd-pleasing drink.
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One evening, asked on the spot to “make a cocktail,” I improvised with what I had and created this decadent drink. It was an instant hit with friends and is simple to make at home.
Why This Recipe Works
- Baileys Irish Cream provides a creamy, slightly sweet base loved by many.
- The recipe uses just a few spirits—vodka, amaretto and Irish cream—so it’s easy to keep the ingredients on hand.
- The cocktail adapts well to different milks and milk alternatives, making it versatile for dietary preferences.
What other types of milk can I use in this cocktail?
Higher fat milks:
- Heavy cream
- Half and half
- Whole milk
Lower fat milks:
- 2% milk
- 1% milk
- Fat free milk
Nut milks:
- Almond milk
- Cashew milk
- Macadamia milk
Other milk alternatives:
- Coconut milk
- Oat milk
- Rice milk
- Hemp milk
- Pea milk
- Quinoa milk
Bar tools to get started
A basic cocktail shaker set is a great starting point. Look for a kit that includes a cocktail shaker, jigger, strainer, bar spoon and a muddler. These tools cover most cocktail needs and make mixing drinks easier and more consistent.
Favorite Baileys drink recipes
Baileys is versatile—favorites include the Baileys Mudslide, Baileys White Russian, Baileys Chocolate Martini, Baileys and Vodka martini, Baileys Chocolate Cherry, and Baileys with cola. This recipe joins that list as a smooth, dessert-style option.
How to Make this Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 oz vodka
- 2 oz Baileys Irish Cream (or another Irish cream)
- 3/4 oz amaretto
- 4 oz sweetened soy milk or another milk of choice
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice. Add vodka, Baileys, amaretto and the milk of your choice.
- Shake vigorously until well chilled, then strain into a martini glass.
- The ounce amounts are ratios—scale them up or down to fit your shaker size or the number of servings you want to make.
Other cocktail ideas and boozy treats
- Tres Leches Cocktail
- Vodka Margarita
- Rum Balls
- White Chocolate Liqueur
- Cherry Manhattan
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Baileys Cocktail (the Mackenzie)
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Equipment
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Cocktail shaker
Ingredients
- 1 oz Vodka
- 2 oz Baileys Irish Cream or another Irish cream
- ¾ oz Amaretto
- 4 oz Soy milk (sweetened) or milk of choice
Instructions
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Shake well with lots of ice and strain into a martini glass.
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The ounce amounts are intended as a ratio—adjust to your shaker size or desired serving amount.