Baileys Cookies & Creamy Non-Dairy Liqueur 750ML

Baileys Cookies & Creamy Non-Dairy Liqueur 750ML is a plant-based Irish cream liqueur made with oat milk, Irish whiskey, cocoa, and vanilla at 17% ABV. This expression marks the first time the Baileys brand has used oat milk in place of dairy, distinguishing it from the earlier almond-milk-based Baileys Almande and positioning it squarely in the growing demand for vegan-friendly indulgent spirits.

Quick Facts: ABV: 17% (34 Proof)  |  Origin: Dublin, Ireland  |  Style: Non-Dairy Cream Liqueur  |  Producer: Diageo (Nangor Road Facility, Dublin)

Production & Heritage

Baileys, owned and produced by Diageo at its Nangor Road facility in Dublin, has been synonymous with Irish cream liqueur since the original formula debuted in 1974. The Cookies & Creamy Non-Dairy expression replaces traditional dairy cream with oat milk, which is homogenized with refined vegetable oil as an emulsifier to achieve the signature Baileys viscosity and mouthfeel. Irish whiskey forms the spirit base, blended with cocoa and natural vanilla to deliver a cookie-inspired flavor profile without any animal-derived ingredients. This was the first non-dairy liqueur launched by the brand in eight years, reflecting a significant shift in their product development strategy toward plant-based alternatives.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Warm cocoa emerges first, followed by gentle waves of baked cookie dough and soft vanilla bean. The overall nose is sweet and inviting, reminiscent of a bakery rather than a bar.

Taste: The entry is smooth and immediately creamy, with oat milk providing a slightly nutty, cereal-grain sweetness that differs noticeably from dairy-based Baileys. Mid-palate, dark chocolate and cocoa powder take center stage, layered with vanilla custard notes. The overall impression is distinctly dessert-like — think chocolate sandwich cookies dipped in a warm oat latte.

Finish: Medium to long, with a silky texture that coats the palate. Lingering flavors of chocolate cookies and toasted oat fade gradually, leaving a clean, sweet aftertaste without the heaviness sometimes associated with traditional cream liqueurs.

How to Drink Cookies & Creamy

Served chilled or over ice, this liqueur drinks easily on its own — the lower 17% ABV and dessert-forward profile make it a natural after-dinner sipper without needing any mixer. For cocktails, the oat milk base plays well with coffee and chocolate flavors. An Espresso Martini gains a cookies-and-cream dimension when this replaces traditional cream liqueur. A Mudslide made with this expression delivers the classic indulgence while remaining fully dairy-free. A simple Cookies & Cream White Russian — substituting this for both the cream and the coffee liqueur alongside vodka — creates a streamlined, plant-based twist on the classic.

Best For

• Gifting a friend or family member who follows a vegan or dairy-free lifestyle
• Serving dessert cocktails at a dinner party with dietary-inclusive options
• Adding to weekend brunch drinks like oat milk lattes or boozy hot chocolates
• Stocking a home bar that accommodates lactose-intolerant guests

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cookies & Creamy taste like? It tastes like chocolate sandwich cookies blended into a creamy oat milk base, with prominent cocoa, vanilla, and baked-cookie sweetness throughout. The mouthfeel is rich and silky despite being entirely dairy-free.

How does Cookies & Creamy compare to Baileys Almande? Baileys Almande uses almond milk as its dairy substitute and leans toward a lighter, nuttier flavor profile, while Cookies & Creamy uses oat milk for a fuller body and emphasizes cocoa and cookie notes over the neutral sweetness of the Almande. The oat milk base in Cookies & Creamy delivers a mouthfeel closer to the original dairy Baileys.

Is Cookies & Creamy good for cocktails? Yes — its rich cocoa and oat milk flavors pair naturally with coffee-based and chocolate cocktails like Espresso Martinis and Mudslides, and the dairy-free base makes it versatile for plant-based entertaining.

Where is Cookies & Creamy made? It is produced by Diageo at the Baileys production facility on Nangor Road in Dublin, Ireland, the same site where the original Baileys Irish Cream has been made for decades.

What foods pair well with Cookies & Creamy? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa notes directly. Salted caramel brownies contrast the sweetness with savory depth. Fresh strawberries provide acidity that cuts through the richness. Biscotti or shortbread cookies echo the baked-cookie character. Vanilla bean ice cream creates an easy affogato-style dessert when paired together.

What sizes does Cookies & Creamy come in? The standard bottle size is 750ml, which is the most widely available format for this expression.

Is Cookies & Creamy worth the price? It positions as an entry-level to mid-range liqueur, comparable in price to other flavored Baileys expressions, and delivers strong value for anyone specifically seeking a dairy-free cream liqueur — a category with very few competitors at this quality level.

Why Cookies & Creamy?

The most compelling reason to reach for this bottle is simple: virtually no other major-brand cream liqueur delivers this level of richness and complexity without dairy. By switching from almond milk to oat milk, Baileys solved the mouthfeel problem that plagued earlier plant-based attempts in the category — oat milk emulsifies more effectively, producing a texture that genuinely approximates traditional cream. The cocoa-and-cookie flavor profile also gives it a distinct identity rather than trying to be a direct replica of original Baileys. For anyone building a dairy-free home bar or hosting guests with dietary restrictions, this fills a gap that few other products credibly address.