Taste profile
Strong, balanced, soft, and smooth.
LiqueurEasyShot glass
Cocktail guide
B-52
B-52 combines Baileys Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Kahlua 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.
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Best for after dinner, date night.
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Quick fact
The B-52 cocktail is a layered shot composed of coffee liqueur (Kahlúa), Irish cream, and Grand Marnier. When prepared properly, the ingredients separate into three distinctly visible layers.
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Ingredients
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How to make it
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- 1Layer ingredients into a shot glass.
- 2Serve with a stirrer.
Method
Stirred
Finish
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Taste map
Strength
Strong
Sweetness
Balanced
Sourness
Soft
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: B-52 is a easy alcoholic cocktail for after dinner with Baileys Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Kahlua.
Texture and serve cues
-Has citrus
-Has bubbles
✓Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Glassware
Shot glass
Method
Stirred
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Flavor & pairing
Expect a spirit-forward finish with support from Baileys Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Kahlua. Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.
Serving & context
Serve in a shot glass and aim for a easy prep that still feels polished in the glass. B-52 is associated with the New Era Drinks family of modern cocktail classics.
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The B-52 cocktail is a layered shot composed of coffee liqueur (Kahlúa), Irish cream, and Grand Marnier. When prepared properly, the ingredients separate into three distinctly visible layers.
The B-52 (also B52 or Bifi or Bifty) cocktail is a layered shot composed of coffee liqueur (Kahlúa), Irish cream (Baileys Irish Cream), and Grand Marnier (in later versions replaced with triple sec or Cointreau). When prepared properly, the ingredients separate into three distinctly visible layers (due to their relative densities).
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Base spirit
Liqueur
Category
Shot
IBA category
New Era Drinks
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Shot glass
Method
Stirred
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