Black & Tan

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

  1. Fill pint glass half full with Bass.

  2. Next pour Guiness over a spoon slowly until glass is full.

  3. 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

Similar taste

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