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Two glasses of coffee with whipped cream and blue stirrers on a blue tray, next to a lit blue candle and coffee beans.

B-52 Espresso Cocktail

B-52 Espresso Cocktail: a warm, festive drink that marries bold espresso with three liqueurs —Irish cream, coffee liqueur and orange liqueur— for a creamy, aromatic finish. Ready in under five minutes, it’s a perfect after‑dinner treat topped with whipped cream and a peppermint stick for a seasonal twist. Great for holiday gatherings or as an elegant digestif to end the meal.

Ingredients

1 serving:

2 ounces hot espresso (or 4 ounces hot coffee for a milder coffee flavor)

1/2 ounce Irish cream liqueur (Baileys Irish Cream or similar)

1/2 ounce coffee liqueur (Kahlua or similar)

1/2 ounce orange liqueur (Grand Marnier or similar)

Whipped cream

Peppermint stick, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1

Brew an espresso or coffee into a coffee glass or mug.

Step 2

Stir in the Irish cream, coffee liqueur, and orange liqueur.

Step 3

Top with whipped cream and serve garnished with a peppermint stick.