Shots

Zorro

Served in a Coffee Mug

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Shotalcoholic26.5% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

198 kcalCalories

26.5%ABV

18gSugar

23gCarbs

0.9Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 3 ingredients, uses cream

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2 clSambucaLiqueur Modifier
2 clBaileys irish creamLiqueur Modifier
2 clWhite Creme de MentheLiqueur Modifier

How to Make It

add all and pour black coffee and add whipped cream on top.Pour

How to Serve

Glass: Coffee Mug
Temperature: Warm

Served Warm

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Herbal Sweet Anise

Supporting notes

Chocolate Mint Vanilla

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

High ABV
Full-bodied
Bold and complex

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

DessertSuggested from its chocolate and cream notes.
PartySuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
After DinnerSuggested from its chocolate and cream notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

Food pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan

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Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

White Creme De Menthe2 cl

Green Creme De MentheWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; expect a color change.
What changes: Green crème de menthe can replace white crème de menthe if the green color is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Zorro?: The Zorro is a shot made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Coffee Mug. It has an ABV of approximately 26.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 198 calories.
What does a Zorro taste like?: Zorro has a flavour profile featuring Herbal, Sweet, Anise, Chocolate. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Zorro?: Zorro pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Zorro?: The Zorro has an ABV of approximately 26.5%. That's approximately 0.90 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 198 kcal, 18.0g sugar, 23.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Zorro typically served?: Zorro is often suggested for After Dinner, Dessert, Party, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Zorro?: If you enjoy Zorro, the suggestions on this page surface other shots that share its base spirit or a similar sweet-to-spirit balance.
How should Zorro be served?: Zorro is best served chilled in a shot glass or Coffee Mug. Chill the glass in the freezer beforehand for the best result. Pour in a single smooth motion and serve immediately.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare shots at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find shots I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Zorro with other shots. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.