How to Make a B-52

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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The B-52 is a bomber of a drink as it combines three tasty liqueurs into one sweet shot. When prepared properly, there is a layering effect of the liquids. So, get ready to take off and make a scrumptious B-52.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

1 oz. coffee liqueur
1 oz. amaretto
1 oz. Irish cream
1 oz. Irish cream
1 oz. coffee liqueur
Spoon
1 oz. amaretto

Step1

Find a clean and empty shot glass at least 3 oz. big.

Step2

Pour in one ounce of coffee liqueur and let it settle.

Step3

Get a chilled bar spoon or teaspoon.

Step4

Slowly pour one ounce of Irish cream over the back of the spoon and into the shot glass.

Step5

Wash the spoon with cold water.

Step6

Pour one ounce of amaretto over the back of the spoon and into the shot glass very carefully.

Tips & Warnings

The ingredients can also be mixed together over ice for a nice after dinner drink.
Do not pour the liquor in without cascading it over a spoon, otherwise you will not get the unique horizontal layering effect.