1516 Brewing Company in Vienna crafted Black & Tan as a blend of dark and blonde lager—a straightforward approach to creating depth without heaviness. The combination marries the fuller, malty character of a dunkel with the lighter, cleaner profile of a helles lager, resulting in a beer that remains approachable despite its dark appearance.

At 5.2% ABV, Black & Tan sits comfortably in sessionable territory, offering more body than a standard lager while avoiding the intensity of porter or stout. The blend format gives the beer a measured balance between malt-forward flavour and everyday drinkability.