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As the festive season draws near, many of us reach for a Terry’s Chocolate Orange to indulge in a yearly tradition. This year, fans of the iconic treat have a new option to savor – the limited edition Terry’s Chocolate Orange Baileys flavor.
Priced at £11 and available both online and in stores nationwide, the new Baileys x Terry’s Chocolate Orange Irish Cream Liqueur combines the smooth richness of Baileys Original Irish Cream with Terry’s distinctive chocolate and tangy orange notes. To determine its quality, I sampled a bottle early in the festive season to assess whether it could replace traditional chocolate treats, and one aspect stood out during the taste test.
While many enjoy sipping Baileys neat over ice, I personally prefer mixing mine into a cocktail, sometimes with just a splash of milk.
In my quest for the full flavor experience, I tried the Terry’s chocolate rendition with milk and on its own, and I was immediately struck by its pale color.
Expecting a brown hue due to its chocolate infusion, I was surprised to find it had a pale cream color reminiscent of the original Baileys flavor.
Upon tasting it, the delightful zesty orange flavor was evident, although I felt it could benefit from stronger chocolate undertones, but perhaps that’s just my love for all things chocolate speaking.
For those craving a more pronounced chocolate taste, mixing it with chocolate milk might be worth a try, a combination I’m eager to experiment with.
Despite my personal desire for a richer chocolate profile, I found the product enjoyable and believe it would make a wonderful Christmas gift for a loved one or friend.
Additionally, keeping a bottle on hand for festive after-dinner cocktails can elevate the holiday experience, especially when paired with a dessert adorned with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
The online community has shown excitement for this new flavor ever since Baileys unveiled it on Instagram in September, with many expressing their eagerness to try it.
Enthusiastic reactions flooded in, with one person exclaiming, “Oh my God, I need this,” and another describing it as “so good.”
The buzz around this new flavor is undeniable, and while I may not be ready to give up my Terry’s Chocolate Orange just yet, I am certainly eager to enjoy a glass of the new Baileys version alongside it.
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