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Black Velvet
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Black Velvet

Two dark and bright drinks, poured one over the other, and it looks like a magic trick. The old Victorian formula is stout and champagne in equal parts, and the stout floats over the sparkling wine. It is a drink to drink slowly while someone is being accused.

8 flutesYield
EasyDifficulty

What you'll need

  • 1 bottle dry sparkling wine, very cold (750 ml)
  • 3 cups cold stout (720 ml)

How to make it

  1. Fill each flute halfway with the sparkling wine.

  2. Slowly pour the stout over the back of a spoon so it floats on top.

  3. Serve immediately.

  4. Glass: Champagne flutes. Garnish: None needed.

Chef's secrets

Use a smooth, creamy stout.

Pour slowly.

Good to know

Make ahead

Chill both well; assemble in the glass.