
Black & Tan
Pale ale filled halfway, then Guinness poured slowly over a spoon so the stout floats in a distinct dark layer. A pub classic that rewards a steady hand.
4.5% ABVLightBeer
Medium
Difficulty
3 min
Time
200 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Other
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Stout· not in your bar1 part
Or swap: Ale — lighter body, less roast
- Ale· not in your bar1 part Bass pale
Or swap: Lager — crisper, lighter
Instructions
Fill pint glass half full with Bass.
Next pour Guiness over a spoon slowly until glass is full.
If done correctly the Guiness will stay on top and the Bass on bottom hence the name Black & Tan.
Pairs well with
Stout layered on ale is a pub pour for classic Irish-English comfort:
- Beer-battered fish bites
- Cheddar and chutney toasts
- Sausage rolls
- Salted crisps




