B-52
The B-52 is a very strong shot, sweet and creamy on the palate. Layered and served in a shot glass. It's one of the International Bartenders Association's official new era cocktails.
- 3 min
- Shot glass
- Layered
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 96 out of 100
- Fruity
- 63 out of 100
- Bitter
- 31 out of 100
- Creamy
- 81 out of 100
- Boozy
- 87 out of 100
How to make a B-52
To make a B-52, layer carefully into a shot glass: ½ oz Baileys irish cream, ½ oz Grand Marnier and ⅓ oz Kahlua.
You'll need
- Baileys irish cream½ oz
- Grand Marnier½ oz
- Kahlua⅓ oz
Instructions
- 1
Pour the ingredients into a shot glass one at a time, heaviest first (usually the sweetest, lowest-proof liquid) and lightest last.
- 2
Pour slowly over the back of a bar spoon held just above the drink, so each layer floats on the one below.
- 3
Serve straight away, before the layers mix.
Why pour slowly? Heavier liquids sink, so pouring gently over a spoon lets each layer float on the one below.
B-52 questions
What does a B-52 taste like, and is it sweet?
Yes, it's on the sweet side: it's mostly sweet and creamy, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 26% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in a B-52?
About 26% ABV after pouring, close to a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a B-52 and a Bruce's Puce?
Both use Baileys irish cream and Kahlua. The B-52 adds Grand Marnier, while the Bruce's Puce uses grenadine. The B-52 is the stronger of the two.
What glass do you serve a B-52 in?
A shot glass.