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B52-Slovak

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Recipe

  • 2 cl Absinthe
  • 2 cl Irish Cream Liqueur
  • 1 cl Coffee Liqueur

Instructions

The combination with Absinthe 70% or 80% instead of Stroh Rum 80% is typical Czech and Slovak. As I love Baileys and it is quite unknown here in Eastern Europe this is my way of introducing it.Fill in Coffee Liqueur, then slowly put Baileys on top. Take a Tea-spoon reverse in the glass and slowly put the Absinthe on top (in Slovakia typically 70% is green, 80% is Red). Take a straw and cut it in the middle so that it is 50% inside and 50% outside of the glass. DO NOT PUT THE STRAW IN THE GLASS. TRANSPORT THE GLASS WITH CARE. Set the Absinthe on fire. Take your hair out of your face, remove your glasses! Take the straw in your mouth, and then head down and straw INTO THE STILL BURNING DRINK. Drink fast enough in one go - otherwise the straw is set on fire and you will just burn your lips or even your eyebrows! Europe wide: 112 is emergency (fire and ambulance) on all mobile and fixd-line networks!

About B52-Slovak

The B52-Slovak is a twist on the classic B52 shot, known for its visually appealing layered effect and potent kick. This version combines the intense, herbal notes of absinthe with the creamy sweetness of Irish cream liqueur and the rich, robust flavor of coffee liqueur. The result is a complex, flavorful shot that balances the strong anise flavor of absinthe with the smooth, sweet notes of the other two liqueurs. It's a drink that offers both a visual spectacle and a unique taste experience, making it a popular choice for adventurous drinkers.

The original B52 shot, named after the iconic B-52 Stratofortress bomber, became popular in the 1970s and is traditionally made with coffee liqueur, Irish cream, and orange liqueur. The B52-Slovak swaps the orange liqueur for absinthe, adding a distinctively Central European twist that reflects the adventurous spirit of mixologists willing to experiment with bold flavors. This variation is particularly favored by those who appreciate the potent, herbal characteristics of absinthe, which has a storied history of its own, often associated with bohemian culture and artistic inspiration.

This shot is alcoholic, so drink responsibly! Best served in a Shot Glass, though any glass works!

Feel free to get creative with substitutions — try different fruit types, sugar substitutes, or liquor brands. Crafting cocktails should be fun!

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This drink uses 3 core ingredients. Click any ingredient to find more drinks featuring it:

  1. Absinthe or Anise Licorice Liqueur
  2. Irish Cream Liqueur
  3. Coffee Liqueur

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