Its just as good served on a hot summer day as it is by a fireside in the wintertime.

And thats ita meeting of differing densities, creating a fun-looking and fun-tasting concoction.

What’s In a Black and Tan?

Glass of Black and Tan

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Guinness is the traditional stout of choice.

As for the ale, the traditional choice is Bass Ale (or Harper if youre in Ireland).

From fifty-fifty blends to threads of three, four, and even five different types of beer.

Bottle of Stout Carefully Poured into Glass of Black and Tan

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As creative as those five-threads were, simplicity won with the black and tan.

Like the Irish car bomb, it is a drink name with a more-than-problematic connotation in Ireland.

These soldiers came to be known for their black and tan uniforms of khaki trousers and dark shirts.

Pale Ale Poured into a Glass for Black and Tan

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Glass of Black and Tan Next to Two Bottles of Beer and a Bottle Opener

Simply Recipes / Sam Schick

Bottle of Stout Carefully Poured into Glass of Black and Tan

Simply Recipes / Sam Schick

Glass of Black and Tan Next to Two Bottles of Beer and a Bottle Opener

Simply Recipes / Sam Schick