The Dark and Stormy Cocktail

The Dark and Stormy is a refreshing mix of dark rum and ginger beer (the latter is a nonalcoholic carbonated soft drink similar to root beer — but spicier and more grown up, IMO). This cocktail originated in Bermuda, created by the makers of Gosling’s Black Seal Rum (more about that in the Notes.) In the US, the Dark and Stormy is primarily a summer cocktail. It’s a tall cool one with terrific flavor. Carbonation gives it the refreshing and easy-to-drink quality of beer, while dark rum adds just the right amount of oomph. Add a squeeze or two of (optional) lime, and you’ve got a perfect picnic cooler. With Father’s Day coming up this weekend in the US, lots of people are planning cookouts and barbecues. Why not add the Dark and Stormy to your menu? Despite the name, it’s a fun drink that will make your guests feel bright and sunny. Guaranteed!

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 1
• Yields: 1 1

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 ounce  Licor 43
• 1 1⁄4 ounces spiced rum
• 1⁄2 ounce fresh lime juice
• 1⁄2 ounce  pineapple juice
• 2  dashes  bitters

Directions

1. Fill a highball or rocks glass with ice (you want to use a glass that holds about 9 ounces or so).
2. Add the rum, ginger beer, and lime juice to the glass (see Notes for variations). Add a pair of straws, optional lime slice garnish, and serve.
3. http://www.kitchenriffs.com/2013/06/the-dark-and-stormy-cocktail.html.