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Making this recipe requires only two ingredients: Irish cream and Coffee liqueur such as Tia Maria or Kahlua.
They are an easy, fun, and unique way to celebrate. One shot to celebrate a special occasion or individual can be really fun and memorable. When first looking at the Baby Guinness Shot, one could think it actually contains the classic dark stout from the world-renowned Irish brewery.
The baby Guinness shot tastes very sweet, but if you’re expecting a beer taste then you will be disappointed. Well, I believe they are called such because when poured, these shots look like a glass of Guinness. The coffee liqueur is the base of the shot that gives it the deep rich brown color of Guinness. A layer of Irish cream, which is a soft creamy tan color, floats on top creating the “foamy head” of the beer. It’s pretty clever and really tasty!
The latter is a popular liqueur based on Irish Whiskey, cream, and additional flavorings. It usually contains 15-20% Alcohol By Volume (ABV) and was first produced in Dublin, Ireland, in 1973.
Why Is it called A Baby Guinness Shot?
They tasted delicious. A lot of shot recipes are pretty terrible. This one is actually quite delicious and really easy to drink. The alcohol content of a Baby Guinness shot depends on the ingredients and ratios used. A typical version of this drink, made with three parts Tia Maria and one part Baileys, contains 19,25% ABV. You can use either Kahlua or Tia Maria (or another coffee liqueur for your shot). Tia Maria has a slightly sweeter taste than Kahlua. Why Is it called A Baby Guinness Shot? Garnish with Creativity: While Baby Guinness Shots are charming on their own, you can take them to the next level with creative garnishes. Try adding a sprinkle of cocoa powder on top or a tiny espresso bean to complement the coffee liqueur.