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 minuut
Mixing time: 1 minuut minuut
- 4 oz Champagne - chilled
- 4 oz Guinness Stout - chilled
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.
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. Â Brands like Freixenet (for sparkling wine) and Guinness Extra Stout (bottled version) are typically vegan.