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Black Velvet

A striking layered drink — stout beer and Champagne in equal parts. The beer settles at the bottom while the Champagne floats on top. Invented in 1861 to mourn the death of Prince Albert. Surprisingly delicious.

Prep3 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 4 oz stout beer (Guinness, chilled)
  • 4 oz Champagne (chilled)

Instructions

  1. 1. Pour the stout into a pint glass until half full.
  2. 2. Slowly pour Champagne over the back of a spoon to layer it on top.
  3. 3. The two layers should remain separate.
  4. 4. Serve immediately.

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