Dark 'n' Stormy
A Bermudian highball with dark rum and spicy ginger beer.
Learn how to make the perfect Dark 'n' Stormy cocktail recipe at home. This spicy highball features rum as the base spirit and is served in a highball glass. A great drink anytime, this versatile drink is perfect year-round. Get the complete ingredient list, step-by-step mixing instructions, and expert tips.
Dark 'n' Stormy Ingredients
- 🥃dark rum(2 oz)
- 🍺ginger beer(4 oz)
- 🍋fresh lime juice(0.5 oz)
Mixing Instructions for Dark 'n' Stormy
- 1.Fill a highball glass with ice
- 2.Add lime juice
- 3.Top with ginger beer
- 4.Float dark rum on top
- 5.Garnish with a lime wheel
Why These Ingredients For The Perfect Dark 'n' Stormy?
Dark rum
A sugar-based spirit offering tropical sweetness. White rum is lighter, while dark rum adds more molasses flavor.
Ginger beer
Spicy, effervescent mixer that adds heat and carbonation. Choose quality brands for authentic ginger flavor.
Fresh lime juice
Fresh citrus that adds bright acidity and balances sweet elements. Always use freshly squeezed for best flavor.
Alternative Ingredients
- •Use different dark rums for variety
- •Try fresh ginger for extra spice
- •Add a splash of bitters
A Dark 'n' Stormy is best served with
🍽️ Spicy foods, jerk chicken, or Caribbean cuisine. The ginger heat complements bold and spicy flavors.
"Dark skies ahead, but who cares when you have rum! ⛈️"
