Christmas is just a stone's throw away (Image: Oxana Denezhkina via Getty Images)

With Christmas just a stone's throw away, I've begun to eagerly anticipate the festive food and drinks . From pigs in blankets and roast potatoes to cheese boards and mince pies, December is undoubtedly a top-tier month for indulgence.

In terms of festive tipples, there's little that instils a Christmas cheer in me quite like an Irish Cream Liqueur, which in my view goes hand-in-hand with decorating the tree and the inaugural viewing of Love Actually (because yes, there will be numerous screenings throughout December).

Many, including myself, may initially associate this festive drink with Baileys, but I chose to broaden my horizons and compare the renowned beverage against two of its popular rivals:

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