Stirred
Black Velvet cocktail

Black Velvet

Equal parts chilled stout and Champagne combine roasted malt, wine acidity, and a remarkably soft, persistent texture.

Glassware
Collins glass
Strength
8% ABVBefore dilution

Ingredients

  • Stout 120 ml Use a dry stout; avoid sweet, flavoured, pastry, or imperial stout.
  • Champagne 120 ml Use a well-chilled Brut Champagne.

Preparation

  1. Half-fill a chilled Collins glass with the stout.
  2. Slowly top with the Champagne, controlling the foam.
  3. Do not stir or add ice.