Black Velvet Cocktail Drink

Black Velvet

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Are you craving something different? The Black Velvet cocktail recipe offers a simple way to make a standout drink with just two ingredients.

Black Velvet Recipe

Warm up this winter with a simple Black Velvet recipe! Combine Champagne and Guinness for a decadent cocktail, perfect for the season.

Bereidingstijd:

1 minuut

Mengtijd:

1 minuut

Porties:

1

Calorieën:

95 kl

Ingrediënten

  • 4 oz Champagne, chilled
  • 4 oz Guinness Stout, chilled

Uitrusting

  • Champagne Flute or Highball glass
  • Measuring Jigger

Instructies

  • Prep Glass: Choose a flute glass for a more elegant presentation or a pint glass for a traditional look.
  • Pour Champagne: Fill your glass halfway with approx. 4 oz Champagne.
  • Add Guinness: Slowly pour approx. 4 oz Guinness Stout over the Champagne. There should be roughly the same quantity of champagne and Guinness in the glass. Serve immediately.

Opmerkingen

Substitutes:

  • Champagne: If you don't have Champagne, I recommend using any sparkling wine like Prosecco or Cava. They offer similar bubbles and flavor profiles. Depending on your personal preference, you may use a dry or a sweeter kind of sparkling wine.
  • Guinness Stout: For a different stout experience, try Murphy's Irish Stout or even a local craft stout. They provide unique flavors but maintain a rich texture. Feel free to experiment with your favorite stouts & black beers!

Making it Vegan:

The Black Velvet cocktail is already vegan friendly: just make sure a vegan-certified champagne, as some producers may use animal products (such as isinglass) in their production process.  Brands like Freixenet (for sparkling wine) and Guinness Extra Stout (bottled version) are typically vegan.

Voedingsfeiten

Calories
95
% Daily Value*
Sodium
 
8
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Potassium
 
100
mg
3
%
Protein
 
0.5
g
1
%
Calcium
 
10
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0.5
mg
3
%

 

Black Velvet Cocktail Drink

Black Velvet Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
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Warm up this winter with a simple Black Velvet recipe! Combine Champagne and Guinness for a decadent cocktail, perfect for the season.
Prep time: 1 minuut
Mixing time: 1 minuut
Servings: 1
Calories: 95

Ingrediënten
 

  • 4 oz Champagne - chilled
  • 4 oz Guinness Stout - chilled

Equipment

  • Champagne Flute or Highball glass
  • Measuring Jigger

Instructies

  • Prep Glass: Choose a flute glass for a more elegant presentation or a pint glass for a traditional look.
  • Pour Champagne: Fill your glass halfway with approx. 4 oz Champagne.
  • Add Guinness: Slowly pour approx. 4 oz Guinness Stout over the Champagne. There should be roughly the same quantity of champagne and Guinness in the glass. Serve immediately.

Notities

Substitutes:

  • Champagne: If you don't have Champagne, I recommend using any sparkling wine like Prosecco or Cava. They offer similar bubbles and flavor profiles. Depending on your personal preference, you may use a dry or a sweeter kind of sparkling wine.
  • Guinness Stout: For a different stout experience, try Murphy's Irish Stout or even a local craft stout. They provide unique flavors but maintain a rich texture. Feel free to experiment with your favorite stouts & black beers!

Making it Vegan:

The Black Velvet cocktail is already vegan friendly: just make sure a vegan-certified champagne, as some producers may use animal products (such as isinglass) in their production process.  Brands like Freixenet (for sparkling wine) and Guinness Extra Stout (bottled version) are typically vegan.

What is a Black Velvet?

A Black Velvet is a beer cocktail made of Guinness stout and Champagne. It’s easy to make because it involves simply layering the two ingredients equally. This drink offers an intriguing mix of flavors, combining the creamy richness of stout with the crisp bubbles of Champagne for a unique taste experience.

A side shot of a Black Velvet cocktail in a champagne flute on a wooden board surrounded by a white cloth

What is a Black Velvet made of – The Ingredients

Assemble these ingredients to craft a Black Velvet:

  • Guinness Stout: Delivers a rich, creamy texture and deep, roasted flavors that serve as the foundation of the drink.
  • Champagne: Introduces effervescence and a hint of fruitiness, balancing the stout’s intensity with its light, bubbly character.

Champagne and Guinness Stout laid out on a white bar table

How do you make a Black Velvet?

Learn the steps to make a Black Velvet easily:

1
<p>Choose a flute glass or a pint glass for your Black Velvet, depending on your preference for presentation and pour the Champagne into the glass first, filling it halfway to create a base of bubbles.</p>

Choose a flute glass or a pint glass for your Black Velvet, depending on your preference for presentation and pour the Champagne into the glass first, filling it halfway to create a base of bubbles.

2
<p>Slowly pour the Guinness stout over the Champagne. For a traditional version, you can pour it very slowly over the back of a spoon to create a distinct layer on top of the Champagne. If layering, wait a few seconds to allow the stout to settle gently on top of the Champagne and serve immediately.</p>

Slowly pour the Guinness stout over the Champagne. For a traditional version, you can pour it very slowly over the back of a spoon to create a distinct layer on top of the Champagne. If layering, wait a few seconds to allow the stout to settle gently on top of the Champagne and serve immediately.

History and Origin of the Black Velvet

The Black Velvet cocktail originated in London in 1861. After his death, bartenders at the Brooks’s Club created the drink to honor Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s husband. They wanted a drink that symbolized mourning, so they combined Guinness stout with Champagne to mimic the look of black armbands worn during mourning periods.

A Black Velvet cocktail, shot from above, in a champagne flute on a grey surface surrounded by Champagne and Guinness Stout

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FAQ

How many calories are in a Black Velvet?
A Black Velvet typically contains around 150-200 calories, depending on the specific brands of Champagne and stout used.
How strong is the Black Velvet cocktail?
The Black Velvet has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of approximately 8-10%, which translates to about 16-20 proof.
What alcohol is used in a Black Velvet?
The cocktail uses Guinness stout and Champagne as its alcoholic components.
In which glass do you serve a Black Velvet?
You can serve Black Velvet in either a flute glass for elegance or a pint glass for a more traditional look.
What does Black Velvet taste like?
The drink offers a unique blend of creamy, roasted flavors from the stout and crisp, bubbly notes from the Champagne.
What is the ratio for making a Black Velvet?
The standard ratio is equal parts Guinness Stout and Champagne.
How do you serve a Black Velvet?
Serve it without ice, allowing the layers to form naturally as you pour the ingredients.

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