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Dark ’n’ Stormy

A citrusy and spicy sour built around rum, with the classic proportions and service that make the Dark ’n’ Stormy endure.

“Look at this Dark ’n’ Stormy—clean hit, no replay needed, and nobody had to miss the game.”
Dark ’n’ Stormy cocktail served in a highball glass with lime wedge

WHY THIS DRINK WORKS

The Dark ’n’ Stormy works because dark rum, ginger beer, lime wedge meet in deliberate proportion. Keep the method layered, use fresh ice, and give the final garnish enough attention to finish the aroma without distracting from the drink.

Makes1 cocktail
Time3 minutes
GlassHighball glass
FinishLime wedge

Ingredients

  • 2 oz dark rum
  • 4 to 5 oz ginger beer
  • 1 lime wedge

Make it

  1. Fill a highball with ice and ginger beer.
  2. Float rum on top or stir lightly.
  3. Garnish with lime.

Behind the bar

  • Chill the serving glass while you prepare the drink.
  • Taste balance depends on fresh citrus and accurate measurements.