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Black and Black

An Irish pub staple combining Guinness stout with blackcurrant cordial to soften the bitter bite, creating a sweeter, fruitier pint with a purple hue.

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⚠️ Contains: 🌾 Gluten — Contains gluten (from beer)

📋 Build🥃 Pint Glass🧊 none🍋 None👅 malty, fruity, sweet, roasted, smooth

📊 Servings:1

Ingredients

16 ozguinness(or other dry stout)
½ ozblackcurrant cordial(Ribena or similar)

🔧 Tools

jigger

Instructions

Pour blackcurrant cordial into the bottom of a pint glass.
Begin pouring Guinness at a 45-degree angle.
Allow to settle, then top up to create the signature creamy head.
The cordial will naturally mix, creating a slightly purple-tinged pint.
No stirring needed - enjoy the gradual blend of flavors.

📜 History

The Black and Black (also called Guinness Purple) is a common sight in Irish pubs, particularly popular among those who find straight Guinness too bitter. The blackcurrant cordial mellows the roasted barley bitterness while adding a subtle fruity sweetness. This simple modification has been a pub tradition for decades, especially popular with younger drinkers being introduced to stout. The name refers to the two dark elements - the black stout and the deep purple-black of the blackcurrant.

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~4% ABV