Brainteaser
The Brainteaser is a very strong shot, sweet and creamy on the palate. Layered and served in a shot glass.
- 3 min
- Shot glass
- Layered
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 97 out of 100
- Herbal
- 81 out of 100
- Creamy
- 91 out of 100
- Boozy
- 92 out of 100
How to make a Brainteaser
To make a Brainteaser, layer carefully into a shot glass: 1 oz Sambuca, 1 oz Erin Cream and ¼ oz Advocaat.
You'll need
- Sambuca1 oz
- Erin Cream1 oz
- Advocaat¼ 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.
Brainteaser questions
What does a Brainteaser 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 28% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in a Brainteaser?
About 28% ABV after pouring, close to a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Brainteaser and a Bumble Bee?
Both use Sambuca and Erin Cream. The Brainteaser adds Advocaat, while the Bumble Bee uses Kahlua.
What glass do you serve a Brainteaser in?
A shot glass.