This cocktail, a Dark 'N Stormy, is widespread in Bermuda. We lived there for a few years and without fail found it on nearly every restaurant menu. It might be more popular with tourists than locals, though. Locals and residents alike have to deal with not-so-minor details like going to work…which really gets in the way of enjoying cocktails on the beach!
To make an authentic Dark 'N Stormy use only ginger beer and Black Seal Rum made by Gosling’s, one of Bermuda’s oldest businesses. I easily found Gosling’s in the local liquor store here in Colorado. A quick online search showed that Gosling’s travels far and wide from Bermuda and beyond.
This cocktail is basic and easy, which is the only way I know how to mix a drink. Pour 4 to 5 ounces of ginger beer over crushed ice. Add two ounces of rum to the top; garnish with a lime if you wish.
A quick note: Ginger beer is the non-alcoholic portion of this drink but it is NOT the same as ginger ale or root beer. It’s worth finding the original ginger beer to give the Dark 'N Stormy its intended taste.
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Great choice for Barb's party. Your photo inspires me to either get on a plane and head to Bermuda or at the very least World Market for some ginger beer.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Karen, I loved your post this morning. What a drink! Does World Market have ginger beer? I didn't realize that. I found this ginger beer at the liquor store without any trouble. Have a great weekend!
DeleteHolly, Thanks so much for celebrating with me. I've long heard of a Dark and Stormy but have never actually had one so now I'm inspired to make that happen. And yes...I can concur with Karen that World Market has Ginger Beer; I've got some squirreled for something...thinking it must be this?!!
ReplyDeleteHi Barb, I couldn't have been more pleased to have shared in the celebration with you! I was out of my league compared to all of the beautiful photography and recipes linked up but all of the posts give me encouragement to keep learning and trying as I go. Thanks again!
DeleteYour drink looks refreshing,especially with the tropical backdrop. Thanks for stopping by Posed Perfection this week and leaving me a sweet comment about Lee's Caramel Frosting. You're right...it is good enough to eat without cake. Thanks for the idea ;-)Have a great weekend!
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Thanks Nici. I know the tropical background is a bit cheesy but I couldn't resist-- it's a photo I took in Bermuda when I first got to the Island and it brings back great memories! Enjoy what's left of the weekend. Holly
DeleteHi Holly, just stopping by to say how delightful your blog is. Thanks so much for sharing. I have recently found your blog and am now following you, and will visit often. Please stop by my blog and perhaps you would like to follow me also. Have a wonderful day. Hugs, Chris
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So very nice to meet you, Chris, thanks for saying hello! Have a great weekend!
DeleteOh, I've never had a dark-n-stormy, but I'm love ginger beer, so I know I'd really like this drink!! Thanks so much for stopping by and I'm glad to find your blog, as well! =)
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