You GuysCocktail recipe
Rating
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
The "You Guys" cocktail is a bold convergence of flavors, featuring a robust blend that combines the rich, creamy textures of Irish cream and Advocaa with the distinctive profiles of vodka, whiskey, and Guinness. Presented in a lowball glass, this unique concoction delights with a mixture of smooth sweetness from the liqueurs, the crisp bite of spirits, and the deep malty tones of the beloved Irish stout.
Its full-flavored profile parallels its multifaceted ingredient list, making it a cocktail that stands out for its complexity and intensity. The "You Guys" offers a palate-challenging experience for those looking to explore a different dimension of cocktail creations.
Microbadges
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
Tags
Method
How to make a You Guys
- Vodka 30ml, Whiskey 30ml, Advocaat 30ml, Bailey's 30ml, Guinness 60ml
-
- Add an ice cube to a chilled tumbler
-
- Without stirring, add the following to the glass in this order: Baileys, advocaat, vodka, whiskey
-
- Top up with Guinness and serve
Power tips
Elevate the You Guys with these master mixologist tips
Upgrade to premium
And receive world class tips on how to raise your cocktails to the next level.
Find out more- Upgrade to premium to receive power tips from top bartenders around the world. Raise you mixology game.
- Read the tweaks that take this simple cocktail to the next level of greatness. Become the next best mixologist which people all talk about.
Your private tasting notes
Featured in
FAQ's
Can any of the ingredients in the You Guys cocktail be substituted if I don't have them available?
Yes, substitutions can be made, though it may alter the taste profile. For Vodka, a clear, neutral grain spirit of similar quality can be used. If Guinness is not available, another stout may suffice. Advocaat can be difficult to substitute due to its unique flavor, but a mix of egg yolks, sugar, brandy, and vanilla extract might work as a homemade alternative. Similarly, any Irish cream can be used in place of Bailey's, and a similar type of whiskey can replace the one specified.
What is the best way to serve the You Guys cocktail to enhance its flavors?
The You Guys cocktail should be served cold in a lowball glass to enhance its flavors. Adding ice directly to the glass before pouring the ingredients can help maintain its temperature without dilution. Since it's not shaken or stirred, layering the ingredients carefully can create a visually appealing presentation that might also influence the tasting experience, starting with the densest ingredient, like the advocaat, at the bottom.
How does the alcohol content of the You Guys cocktail compare to other popular cocktails?
The You Guys cocktail has an alcohol content of approximately 20.48%, which places it in the mid to high range of alcohol content for cocktails. It is stronger than light cocktails like the Aperol Spritz (around 11%) but lower in alcohol content compared to very strong cocktails like the Long Island Iced Tea (about 22% or higher). This makes You Guys a moderately strong cocktail choice.
Are there any dietary considerations to be aware of with the You Guys cocktail?
Yes, the You Guys cocktail contains several ingredients that might be of concern for certain dietary restrictions. Advocaat is made from eggs, which could be problematic for those with egg allergies or vegans. Additionally, Guinness and other stouts often contain barley (gluten), making them unsuitable for those with gluten intolerances or celiac disease. Always check the specific brands of ingredients for allergen information and possible alternatives.
What food pairings would complement the You Guys cocktail?
Given its rich and creamy components, the You Guys cocktail would pair well with hearty, savory dishes that can stand up to its robust flavors. Consider serving it with gourmet burgers, steak pie, or rich vegetarian options like mushroom stroganoff. For a dessert pairing, chocolate-based desserts or a classic tiramisu could provide a delightful contrast to the cocktail's creamy and slightly bitter notes.
Upgrade your mixology
Become a member for free taking your cocktail making skills up to level 11. Or become a premium member to rise to cocktail greatness.
- Save your bar forever
- Access to our Cocktail Creator, allowing you to create your own wonderful concoctions.
- Access to Cocktail Colin; ask Cocktail Colin anything on an individual cocktail and he'll give you the answers you need.
- Create personalised cocktail menus for all your events, bars or parties
- Save cocktails to personalised 'Tried' and 'Want to try' lists
- Create and record tasting notes on cocktails
- Create lists of cocktails to share with friends and family
- A personalised MyBar URL, allowing you to share everything you can make with friends
- And much more ... (what to buy next, measurement choices, search personalisation...)
Have you tried our Wordpress Plugin?
Download our plugin and embed cocktail recipes directly onto your own site or blog.
Choose from our whole recipe database, or choose a specific cocktail made with a certain ingredient, and let us place a beautiful recipe on your own site.
Find out moreYou might also like
Dive into this robust mix of spirits and cola
Long Island Iced Tea
White rum, Gin, Tequila Blanco, Vodka, Cointreau, Cola, Lemon Juice, Sugar / simple Syrup
Experience this smooth coffee and vodka combination
White Russian
Vodka, Coffee liqueur, Cream
Try this classic blend of vodka and coffee liqueur
Black Russian
Vodka, Coffee liqueur
Experience this refreshing cucumber-infused vodka sip
Cucumber Martini
Vodka, Lime juice, Sugar / simple Syrup, Cucumber
Create a cocktail
Choose a theme and some ingredients, give us some description and we'll create an amazing cocktail for you.
Register as a Premium Make Me a Cocktail community member and get access to an even more powerful creator.
Start creatingBuild your bar
Tell us what you have at home and we’ll find a delicious cocktail for you to make right now.
Register as a Make Me a Cocktail community member and we’ll save your ingredients list so you can come back to it at any time.
Create My Bar
Cocktail Colin
Your cocktail expert
Hi! I'm Cocktail Colin
Ask me anything about this cocktail - how to make it, substitutions, variations, or any other questions!
Become a member to access Cocktail Colin
Become a member (for free) to pick Cocktail Colin's cocktail filled brain on everything on this cocktail, from substitutions, if you can use what you have, to serving suggestions and more.
Become a member
Comments