Elevate your evening with this straightforward Dark and Stormy recipe! Crafted with dark rum, ginger beer, and a splash of lime juice, this tasty cocktail is your ticket to a lively night.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 163
Ingredients
- 2 oz Dark Rum
- 3 oz ginger beer
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedge - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
- Add Lime Juice: Squeeze in ½ oz fresh lime juice over the ice.
- Add Ginger Beer: Measure and pour 3 oz ginger beer into the glass.
- Gently pour the Rum: Pour 2 oz Dark Rum into the highball glass.
- Garnish: Squeeze and place a lime wedge into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Dark Rum: Spiced rum can work as a decent substitute if you're out of dark rum. I've tried it, and it adds a unique twist to the drink. You could also use bourbon for a different but enjoyable flavor profile.
- Ginger Beer: If you don't have ginger beer, ginger ale can work, but it's less spicy. I sometimes add a pinch of ground ginger to make up for it.
- Lime Juice: Lemon juice can work in a pinch if you're out of limes. It changes the character slightly but still adds the needed acidity.
Making a Pitcher of Dark and Stormy:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of dark rum, 24 oz of ginger beer, and 4 oz of lime juice.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the dark rum, ginger beer, and lime juice. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses, garnish with a lime wedge, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Dark Rum Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic dark rum substitute available in the market.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Ginger Beer: Ensure the ginger beer you're using is vegan. Some brands use honey or other animal-derived ingredients.
- Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice is naturally vegan, so no worries.
What is a Dark and Stormy Cocktail?
A Dark and Stormy is a cocktail that combines dark rum, ginger beer, and a splash of lime juice. It’s a drink that’s gained popularity for its straightforward yet satisfying flavor profile. While the name might suggest complexity, you don’t need to be a cocktail expert to appreciate this kind of cocktail. It holds the distinction of being officially recognized by the International Bartenders Association (IBA).
What is a Dark and Stormy made of – The ingredients
To mix up a Dark and Stormy, you’ll need these ingredients:
- Dark Rum: Provides the rich, deep base of the cocktail.
- Ginger Beer: Adds spiciness and effervescence to lift the drink.
- Lime Juice: Offers a touch of acidity to balance the flavors.
- Ice Cubes: Chill the ingredients to make the drink refreshing.
- Lime Wedge: Serves as an optional garnish, enhancing visual appeal.
