#1 How to Pour a Perfect Pint of Beer

We have all gone to a bar, felt the judging stares of friends or family as you pour everyone their pint from a pitcher of beer. If it is not poured properly, if there is too much, or too little head, the multitude of how to comments start. But, how DO you pour the perfect pint of beer. Well this is how in just four easy steps.

STEP 1:
Ensure that the glass is clean, for best results ask if the bar has cooled glasses, and if not ensure that the glass was not just taken out of the washer in which case it is warm. No one wants warm beer.

STEP 2:
Once you decide the glasses are to your liking it is time to pour. First figure out if you are right or left handed to pour the pitcher. (in my case it is right so I will hold the glass in my left hand) Hold the glass so it is parallel to the table, then tilt it to a 45 degree angle.

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STEP 3:

Now it is your time to succeed, holding the pitcher in your preferred hand start to gradually pour the beer into your tilted glass. In some cases it is easier to rest the spout of the pitcher on the top of the glass. Begin to pour allowing the beer to flow down the side of the glass that is closest to the table. When the glass is about half way full begin to slowly tilt the glass back to its vertical position while still pouring. Once back into vertical position you should be left with the perfect amount of head, about 2 inches.

STEP 4:

Let stand for a moment. This will allow the foam to settle, and you can admire your handy work at the same time. For ideal results repeat steps 1 - 4 for the rest of the night. Remember to drink responsibly.

sources: Personal experience and "Pour the Perfect Pint" on Ask Men