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Dark ‘n’ Stormy

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A bold, spicy, and refreshing cocktail that originated in Bermuda, the Dark ‘n’ Stormy is a perfect blend of dark rum and spicy ginger beer, finished with a squeeze of lime. It’s simple yet intensely flavorful, making it an ideal summer sipper or stormy night warmer.

📋 Cocktail Overview

Dark ‘n’ Stormy

Ingredients
 2 oz dark rum (e.g., Gosling’s Black Seal, Myers’s)
 4 oz ginger beer (spicy and robust, like Fever-Tree or Gosling’s)
 ½ oz fresh lime juice (optional, but recommended)
 Ice, to fill the glass
 Garnish: Lime wedge or wheel
Equipment
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  • Highball glass

  • Jigger or measuring tool

  • Bar spoon

  • Citrus juicer or reamer

Instructions
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1. Prepare the Glass

  • Fill a highball glass with ice.

2. Build the Drink

  • Pour 4 oz ginger beer into the glass, filling it about ¾ full.

  • Slowly pour 2 oz dark rum over the back of a bar spoon to create a dramatic layered effect.

3. Add Lime Juice (Optional)

  • Squeeze in ½ oz fresh lime juice for added brightness and balance.

4. Garnish & Serve

 

  • Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel on the rim of the glass.

  • Serve with a straw to stir and enjoy.

Tips & Variations
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  • Official Recipe: The classic version uses Gosling’s Black Seal Rum, as the cocktail is trademarked by the brand.

  • Extra Spicy: Add a splash of spicy ginger syrup or a few dashes of Angostura bitters.

  • Coconut Twist: Swap dark rum for coconut rum for a tropical version.

  • Stormier Version: Add a dash of dark molasses or blackstrap rum for a richer, more intense flavor.

  • Muddled Lime: Muddle fresh lime wedges in the bottom of the glass before adding ginger beer for a zestier, pulpier drink.

Pairing Suggestions
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  • Food: BBQ pulled pork sliders, jerk chicken, or blackened fish tacos

  • Snacks: Plantain chips, spiced nuts, or crispy calamari

  • Dessert: Banana foster, dark chocolate cake, or ginger cookies

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