The B-52 Shot is a popular shot, served on fire. It is made using three ingredients: Coffee Liqueur, Irish Cream Liqueur and Grand Marnier. The B-52 Shot recipe is believed to have been created in 1977 by bartender Peter Fich at Banff Springs Hotel in Alberta, Canada. He was a fan of the band, The B-52s, and named the recipe after them.

Related: Kamikaze Shot, Lemon Drop Shot, Green Tea Shot, Jello Shot, Mexican Candy Shot, Scooby Snack Shot, Flaming Dr. Pepper.

Ingredients

• Coffee Liqueur– Such as Kahlua.
• Irish Cream– Such as Bailey’s.
• Grand Marnier– Orange liqueur.

The best glass to serve a B-52 shot in is a tall shot glass. If you want to set it on fire, you can use a candle lighter or a kitchen torch.

Instructions

In a shot glass, begin by pouring a layer of Kahlua.

Next, slowly add a layer of Bailey’s Irish Cream Liqueur.

Last, pour a layer of Grand Marnier on the top.

(Optional) Serve with a flame on the top. *If you choose to set your shot on fire, be extra careful as the glass can become hot.

Tips for Making

• B-52 Cocktail– To turn this shot into a cocktail, just pour one ounce of each ingredient (rather than 1/3 an ounce) and serve it in a cocktail glass rather than a shot glass.
• Layering Tips– Use a bar spoon or the back of a spoon to pour each layer more slowly. Pouring from a shot glass rather than a bottle also helps to pour more slowly. The slower your pour, the cleaner each layer will appear.
• Variations– If you replace the Grand Marnier with Frangelico, it’s a B-51. In the B-53 recipe, Sambuca replaces the Irish cream. If you substitute the Grand Marnier for Amaretto, it becomes the B-54.
• Flame Tips– If you want to set your shot on fire, adding a thin layer of overproof rum to the top will help a lot.

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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat’s in a B-52 Shot?

Kahlua Coffee Liqueur, Bailey’s Irish Cream and Grand Marnier Orange Liqueur.

Why is it called a B-52 Shot?

The B-52 drink recipe was named after the band, The B-52s. It was not named after the US B-52 Stratofortress bomber or the beehive hairstyle (although the band was named after the hairstyle).

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• ▢ ⅓ ounce Kahlua
• ▢ ⅓ ounce Bailey's Irish Cream
• ▢ ⅓ ounce Grand Marnier

Equipment

• ▢ 1 shot glass

Instructions

• In a shot glass, begin by pouring a layer of Kahlua.
• Next, slowly add a layer of Bailey's Irish Cream Liqueur.
• Last, pour a layer of Grand Marnier on the top.
• (Optional) Serve with a flame on the top. *If you choose to set your shot on fire, be extra careful as the glass can become hot.

Notes

• B-52 Cocktail– To turn this shot into a cocktail, just pour one ounce of each ingredient (rather than 1/3 an ounce) and serve it in a cocktail glass rather than a shot glass.
• Layering Tips– Use a bar spoon or the back of a spoon to pour each layer more slowly. Pouring from a shot glass rather than a bottle also helps to pour more slowly. The slower your pour, the cleaner each layer will appear.
• Variations– If you replace the Grand Marnier with Frangelico, it’s a B-51. In the B-53 recipe, Sambuca replaces the Irish cream. If you substitute the Grand Marnier for Amaretto, it becomes the B-54.
• Flame Tips– If you want to set your shot on fire, adding a thin layer of overproof rum to the top will help a lot.

© Author Elsie LarsonCourse cocktailCuisine American, CanadianKeywords B-52 cocktail, B-52 recipe, B-52 Shot Nutrition .wprm-nutrition-label-layout .wprmp-nutrition-label-block-line background-color: #333333; .wprm-nutrition-label-layout .wprmp-nutrition-label-block-nutrient border-top-color: #333333; Nutrition FactsB-52 ShotAmount per ServingCalories92% Daily Value*Fat 1g2%Saturated Fat 1g6%Polyunsaturated Fat 0.02gSodium 2mg0%Potassium 3mg0%Carbohydrates 10g3%Sugar 9g10%Protein 0.3g1%Calcium 0.1mg0%Iron 0.01mg0%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

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