The world’s first and best-selling cream liqueur, Baileys, launched in 1974. Drinks giant Diageo purchased it in 2007, and Baileys is now one of Ireland’s most successful exports. Craving more? Read on for 14 other things you should know about Baileys. Baileys isn’t as Irish as you think. Baileys was invented in London in 1973 by a team of professionals hired for the job. These included Tom Jago, head of innovation and development for International Distillers & Vintners (IDV), who was f...