Drinking beer is a whole experience, but it all starts with how it enters your glass. Pouring beer is an art form, but it can be easily mastered if the proper steps are followed.
- Use a clean glass. Residue of other types of alcohol or even dish soap will change how the beer tastes and develop foam.
- Tilt the glass 45 degrees. This is key because it allows the beer to slide down the edge of the glass and prevents too much foam from forming.
- Pour beer into the center of the glass. This helps you avoid splashback or overpouring.
- Bring the glass level when it is half to two-thirds full and pour until full. This will help you achieve the proper amount of foam. The head should be 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches.
The above techniques will work for the majority of beers, but there is an exception.
How to Pour a Perfect Pint of Guinness
- For starters, it’s always recommended to use an actual Guinness glass.
- Tilt the glass 45 degrees. There are no exceptions to this rule!
- Slowly tilt the glass while pouring. Instead of waiting until half-full, slowly tilt the glass throughout the pour.
- End on the embossed harp on the glass, roughly three-quarters of the way up the glass, not when the glass is level. This optimizes for the appropriate head of a Guinness.
- Let it rest. Wait to drink until the beer has settled and shows a deep, black color.
Still have questions?
Should You Pour Beer With Foam?
Yes, you should aim to have a little foam at the top. It enhances the beer’s flavor and your overall drinking experience.
Why Do You Want a Little Foam On Beer?
A little bit of foam on a beer allows the carbonation to escape from the liquid. It also adds to the aroma of the beer and the flavor of that first sip.
Should I Pour a Beer Fast Or Slow?
Beer should be poured slowly. This allows it to breathe and settle into the glass with the optimal amount of foam.
Now you’re ready to head to Druthers Brewing Company and enjoy some of our perfectly poured beers.
Cheers!