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<\/div>\nThe 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.<\/p>\n
Related<\/strong>: Kamikaze Shot<\/a>, Lemon Drop Shot<\/a>, Green Tea Shot<\/a>, Jello Shot<\/a>, Mexican Candy Shot<\/a>, Scooby Snack Shot<\/a>, Flaming Dr. Pepper<\/a>. <\/p>\n The best glass to serve a B-52 shot in is a tall shot glass<\/a>. If you want to set it on fire, you can use a candle lighter or a kitchen torch<\/a>.<\/p>\n In a shot glass, begin by pouring a layer of Kahlua.<\/p>\n Next, slowly add a layer of Bailey\u2019s Irish Cream Liqueur. <\/p>\n Last, pour a layer of Grand Marnier on the top. <\/p>\n (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. <\/p>\n Kahlua Coffee Liqueur, Bailey\u2019s Irish Cream and Grand Marnier Orange Liqueur. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n 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). <\/p>\n<\/details><\/div>\n<\/figure>\nIngredients<\/h2>\n
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What\u2019s in a B-52 Shot? <\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n
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