Boilermaker


A classic whiskey‑and‑beer serve taken together or dropped.


Base spirit
Whiskey
Style
Shot
Glassware
Shot glass

The Boilermaker pairs a shot of whiskey with a pint of beer—either sipped side‑by‑side or dropped as a bomb. Simple, warming, and pub‑ready.


A Boilermaker with beer and whiskey shot together.

Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 oz whiskey
  • 1 pint beer

Did you know?

A century‑old American working‑class staple.

Source:American bar histories

Bartender's Note

Serve chilled for clarity and balance.

How to make the Boilermaker

  1. 11) Serve together or drop shot into beer.

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