Taste profile
Strong, balanced, soft, and smooth.
LiqueurEasyShot glass
Cocktail guide
ABC
ABC combines Amaretto, Baileys Irish Cream, Cognac in a shot served in a shot glass. It is a strong fit for after dinner, date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
Best for
Best for after dinner, date night.
Quick fact
ABC is usually served as a shot in a shot glass, and its identity is shaped by Amaretto, Baileys Irish Cream, Cognac.
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Ingredients
Everything in the glass.
How to make it
Build it step by step.
Layered in a shot glass.
Method
Mixed
Finish
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Taste map
Strength
Strong
Sweetness
Balanced
Sourness
Soft
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: ABC is a easy alcoholic cocktail for after dinner with Amaretto, Baileys Irish Cream, Cognac.
Texture and serve cues
-Has citrus
-Has bubbles
✓Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Best for
Best for after dinner, date night.
Glassware
Shot glass
More to know before you make it
A fuller read on the drink.
Flavor read
Expect a spirit-forward finish with support from Amaretto, Baileys Irish Cream, Cognac.
Best pairing
Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.
Serving style
Serve in a shot glass and aim for a easy prep that still feels polished in the glass.
Where it fits
ABC sits comfortably in the liqueur cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.
Background
Why this cocktail keeps showing up.
ABC is usually served as a shot in a shot glass, and its identity is shaped by Amaretto, Baileys Irish Cream, Cognac.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Liqueur
Category
Shot
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Shot glass
Method
Mixed
Updated
March 11, 2026
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