Full House Cocktail recipe
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Full House sits firmly in the dessert-beer camp: a stout float that drinks like a creamy, grown-up treat. You won’t find a widely agreed origin story for it, but it fits a modern, playful style of cocktailing where beer steps in as the base and ice cream does the heavy lifting for texture and indulgence. Served long in a highball, it’s more about comfort and contrast than cocktail pedigree.
Expect the stout to bring its deep, roasted backbone, which plays against the sweetness and richness of vanilla ice cream. As the ice cream melts, it softens the stout’s darker edges and turns the whole drink into a smooth, velvety pour with a lingering vanilla finish. The egg white adds an extra layer of silkiness and a gentle, airy foam that makes each sip feel fuller and more luxurious.
This is the kind of drink you reach for when you want something between a cocktail and a dessert—ideal after dinner, on a cozy night in, or as a fun alternative to cake at a casual celebration. If you like stout, milkshake-style drinks, or anything creamy and decadent, you’ll find it hits the spot without trying to be too serious.
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Stout brings roasted bitterness and dark malt depth while vanilla ice cream melts into a thick, sweet, vanilla creaminess, and the egg white adds a pillowy foam that softens the edges. It works because the stout’s roast keeps the ice cream from cloying and the egg white ties everything into a silky head; ideal for stout lovers craving a boozy dessert.
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How to make a Full House
- Stout 500ml, Vanilla ice cream 3 scoops, Egg 1 egg white
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- Place ice cream and stout in a blender and blend, then add the egg and some ice and blend again
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- Pour into a highball glass and serve
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How does the alcohol content in a Full House compare to a typical stout beer?
The Full House cocktail has an alcohol content of 3.01%, which is lower than most stout beers. Typical stout beers have an alcohol content ranging from 4% to 8%. The lower alcohol content in the Full House is due to the addition of vanilla ice cream and egg white, which dilutes the beer.
Can I substitute the stout in a Full House cocktail for another type of beer?
Yes, you can substitute stout with another type of dark beer, such as a porter, if desired. However, the unique flavor profile of stout, which often includes notes of coffee and chocolate, is key to the Full House cocktail's character. Substituting it with a lighter beer might significantly alter the taste.
What is the best way to serve a Full House?
The Full House cocktail is best served in a highball glass, cold but not shaken or stirred. The highball glass complements its ingredients by providing enough space for the ice cream to mix gently with the stout, creating a creamy texture. It's ideal to add the ingredients directly to the glass in the order listed, allowing them to naturally combine.
Why is the Full House cocktail not shaken or stirred?
The Full House cocktail is not shaken or stirred to maintain the integrity of its ingredients. Shaking or stirring would overly agitate the stout, causing it to foam excessively and lose its carbonation. Gently combining the ingredients in the glass preserves the creamy texture and the intended subtlety of flavors.
Is the Full House cocktail suitable for a gluten-free diet?
The Full House cocktail contains stout, which is traditionally made from barley, a source of gluten. Therefore, it's not suitable for a gluten-free diet unless a gluten-free stout is used. Always check the label of your stout to ensure it complies with your dietary requirements.
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