How to Make a Dark and Stormy Cocktail

Thispagel will show you how to make a Dark and Stormy cocktail. The Dark and Stormy mixes two great tastes of the tropics, rum and ginger beer.

Introduction

This Dark and Stormy recipe makes 1 glass, so if you are having a party you'll need to increase the quantities accordingly. This drink is very easy to make, and is refreshing and thirst quenching. It's a great drink to serve during the summer months when the weather is warm.

Step 1: What You Will Need

  • Dark rum
  • Ginger beer
  • Highball glass
  • Lime
  • Fresh lime juice
  • Measuring utensils
  • Cheese grater

Step 2: Make the Dark and Stormy

Now that you have all your ingredients you're ready to make the drink.

  1. Fill your highball glass 2/3 full of ice.
  2. Pour 2 ounces of dark rum into the glass.
  3. Squeeze 1 ounce of lime juice into the cup. (about half of 1 full lime)
  4. Add 3 ounces of ginger beer.
  5. Mix well.

Step 3: Garnish the Drink

  1. Make a lime wheel by cutting a thin slice of skinned lime and sticking it on the rim. You can also just use a wedge of lime.
  2. Add an umbrella if desired.
  3. Use a cheese grater to zest some of the lime skin into the glass.
  4. Serve and enjoy!

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