What ingredients are in a ABC?

1/3 Amaretto, 1/3 Baileys Irish Cream, 1/3 Cognac

What glass do you use for a ABC?

A ABC is traditionally served in a Shot glass.

A ABC has an estimated ABV of 21,06%.

How many calories are in a ABC?

A ABC contains approximately 87 calories per serving.

ABC cocktail in a shot glass — made with Amaretto, Baileys Irish Cream, and Cognac

ABC

Verre Shot glass

Difficulté Easy

Calories ~87 kcal

ABV 21,06%

Ingrédients

Instructions

Layered in a shot glass.

Sweet Fruity

The ABC is a visually striking layered shot that combines the almond sweetness of Amaretto, the creamy richness of Baileys Irish Cream, and the brandy depth of Cognac in equal thirds. Each layer is poured carefully to maintain separation, creating a gradient effect in the shot glass. At 21.06% ABV, it is a smooth, dessert-like shooter with a sweet, spirit-forward profile.

History & Origins

The ABC shot emerged as part of the 1980s and 1990s trend for layered, sweet shooter cocktails served in American bars and nightclubs. Its origin is disputed, though the alphabetic naming convention was a popular bar gimmick of the era. The combination of Amaretto, Baileys, and Cognac reflects the period's enthusiasm for European liqueurs.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Warm almond from the Amaretto mingles with chocolate-cream notes from the Baileys and a brandy-fruit undercurrent from the Cognac. Palate: A sweet, creamy entry with hazelnut and chocolate, giving way to the vanilla and oak of the Cognac. Finish: Medium-length, smooth and warming, with lingering almond and cream.

sweet creamy almond chocolate brandy

Pro Tip

Layer carefully over an inverted spoon, pouring Amaretto first, then Baileys, then Cognac to achieve clean separation.

Data verified août 2016

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