A friend showed up to a barbecue with a bottle of chocolate stout and a bottle of Razzmatazz raspberry liqueur. He poured them over ice in the same glass and handed it to me. I was skeptical for about two seconds. The chocolate stout is rich and malty, the raspberry liqueur is sweet and tart, and together they taste like a grown-up chocolate-covered raspberry.
You can add a shot of vodka if you want more kick, but honestly the stout and Razzmatazz are strong enough on their own. Pour the stout slowly over the ice to keep the foam manageable. The raspberry liqueur sinks and then swirls up through the dark beer. Pretty damn good, honestly.
Tips for Mixing Beer Cocktails
Chill the stout and the liqueur beforehand
Both the chocolate stout and the Razzmatazz should be cold before you pour. Warm beer foams aggressively over ice and dilutes the drink before you take the first sip. 
A few hours in the fridge is enough. If you are in a rush, 20 minutes in a bowl of ice water brings them down to serving temperature.
Pour the stout first, liqueur second
Fill the glass with ice. Pour the chocolate stout slowly, letting the foam settle as you go. Then add the raspberry liqueur.
The liqueur is denser than the beer and will sink, creating a layered effect. Give it one gentle stir to blend the flavors without killing the carbonation.
Raspberry and Chocolate Beer Cocktail
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
Description
A cool, boozy beer cocktail made with rich chocolate stout and raspberry liqueur, perfect for a hot day.
Ingredients
- 3 parts chocolate stout
- 1 part raspberry liquor (like Razzmatazz)
- A splash of vodka (optional)
Instructions
- Pour ingredients over ice. Serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Razzmatazz?
Razzmatazz is a raspberry liqueur made by DeKuyper. It is sweet, bright pink, and strongly raspberry-flavored. Chambord is a more expensive alternative that works the same way.
Does the vodka change the flavor much?
The vodka adds alcohol without adding flavor. It makes the drink stronger but does not change the chocolate-raspberry balance. Skip it if you want a lighter cocktail.
Can I use a different beer?
A porter or milk stout works well. Avoid IPAs or pale ales since the hop bitterness clashes with the sweet raspberry liqueur. You want something dark, malty, and smooth.
