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Dark and Stormy recipe - Ordinary Drink served in a Highball Glass
AlcoholicNew Era Drinks

Dark and Stormy

Serve in a Highball Glass

Ingredients

  • Dark Rum
    5 cl
  • Ginger Beer
    10 cl

Instructions

In a highball glass filled with ice add 6cl dark rum and top with ginger beer. Garnish with lime wedge.

Dark and Stormy — Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make a Dark and Stormy?
In a highball glass filled with ice add 6cl dark rum and top with ginger beer. Garnish with lime wedge.
What is in a Dark and Stormy?
A Dark and Stormy is made with: 5 cl Dark Rum, 10 cl Ginger Beer.
What glass is best for a Dark and Stormy?
A Dark and Stormy is traditionally served in a Highball Glass.
Is a Dark and Stormy alcoholic?
Yes, the Dark and Stormy is an alcoholic cocktail.
What type of drink is a Dark and Stormy?
The Dark and Stormy is an Ordinary Drink cocktail.
Is the Dark and Stormy an IBA official cocktail?
Yes, the Dark and Stormy is recognized by the International Bartenders Association (IBA) as part of their New Era Drinks category.

Expert Tips

Expert Tips

Glassware Tip

Fill your highball glass with ice before adding ingredients. The tall, narrow shape is designed to keep carbonated mixers fizzy and refreshing throughout the drink.

Hosting Tip

These straightforward recipes are perfect for batch preparation. Multiply the recipe, mix in a pitcher (minus ice and carbonation), and serve quickly at parties.

Did You Know?

Rum production began in the Caribbean in the 17th century, making it one of the oldest commercial spirits in the Americas.

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