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Dark and Stormy

A Bermudian classic built on dark rum and spicy ginger beer with a squeeze of lime. Bold, spicy, and deeply refreshing with a dramatic layered look.

3 minEasyServes 1185 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz dark rum (Gosling's Black Seal preferred)
  • 4 oz ginger beer
  • 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
  • as needed ice cubes
  • 1 lime wedge (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a tall highball glass with as needed ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Squeeze 1/2 oz fresh lime juice over the ice.

  3. 3

    Pour 4 oz ginger beer into the glass, filling it about three-quarters full.

  4. 4

    Gently float 2 oz dark rum (Gosling's Black Seal preferred) over the back of a spoon onto the top of the drink to create a dramatic dark layer.

  5. 5

    Garnish with 1 lime wedge (for garnish) on the rim.

  6. 6

    Stir lightly before drinking to combine.

Questions

Can I halve or double Dark and Stormy?

Yes. As written it serves 1. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To batch it for a crowd, multiply everything but add the ice only when serving.

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