Ruffed chard cocktail

Step 1

Pre-chill the beer and vodka in the refrigerator to 5–7°C. Pour the foam into a classic half-liter beer mug or beer glass—carefully, tilting both the mug and the bottle (can) down the side to avoid excess foaming.

Step 2

If foam does form, let it settle. Meanwhile, pour the vodka into a shot glass. Take two good sips—that's about 50 ml for an adult.

Step 3

Pour vodka from a shot glass into the beer—it will fill the empty space. No need to stir. Just drink. Drink the "ruff" quickly, without savoring it, but not in one gulp.

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