B-52

A layered shot of coffee liqueur, Irish cream and orange liqueur. More about the careful pour than the strength — sip it slowly.

Time: 3 min
Difficulty: Advanced
Method: Layered
Glass: Shot glass

Ingredients

Servings

Amounts below make 1 serving.

Coffee liqueur¾ oz
Irish cream liqueur¾ oz
Triple sec — Grand Marnier¾ oz

How to make it

1
Pour coffee liqueur into a shot glass.
2
Slowly layer Irish cream over the back of a bar spoon.
3
Layer the orange liqueur on top the same way.

Bar gear

Tools you'll need

Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.
JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.

Recommended glassware

Shot glassSmall and heavy-based for shooters and layered shots.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: IBA Official Cocktail specification. Quantities and basic method are factual. Description and steps are original Mixistry copy. Last updated 2026-10-11.

Contains alcohol. For adults of legal drinking age — please enjoy responsibly.