Avalanche Shot
A sweet and coffee cocktail ∙ Layer ∙ 2 min ∙ 26.7% ABV ∙
The Avalanche Shot layers coffee liqueur, white crème de cacao, and a Southern-style whisky liqueur into a striped shot glass.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Refrigerate all ingredients
- Carefully layer in the chilled glass in the following order: Crème de Café liqueur 15 mlWhite Crème de Cacao 15 mlSouthern / Louisiana-style whisky liqueur 15 ml
Tips
- Pour each layer over the back of a bar spoon held just above the liquid surface so the streams don't pierce the layer below.
FAQ
What is in an Avalanche Shot?
Equal parts (15 ml each) of coffee liqueur (crème de café), white crème de cacao, and a Southern-style whisky liqueur such as Southern Comfort. They are layered in that order.
Is the Avalanche Shot shaken or layered?
It is layered, not shaken. Each liqueur is poured slowly on top of the last so the three stay in distinct stripes rather than blending into one color.
How many calories are in an Avalanche Shot?
About 128 calories per serving, all from the three liqueurs. There is no cream, juice, or soda in it.
How are you supposed to drink an Avalanche Shot?
Like most layered shooters, it is meant to be taken in one gulp, so the coffee, chocolate, and whisky-liqueur layers meet on the palate at once.
