How to Make a Dark and Stormy | Bermuda's Signature Cocktail Recipe
Dark and Stormy, Bermuda’s Signature Cocktail
What is a Dark and Stormy?
Simply put, a Dark and Stormy cocktail (otherwise known as Dark ‘N’ Stormy) is a cocktail served on the rocks in a highball glass with dark rum and ginger beer and garnished with a fresh slice of lime.
We first tried the Dark and Stormy at its classic home in Hamilton, Bermuda. Crisp turquoise waters surrounding, we checked into The Hamilton Princess to find the supplies to make a Dark and Stormy there waiting for us on the balcony. The humidity hit us like an ocean wave, but looking out to the paradise beyond was enough inspiration to take a seat in the sun and enjoy a taste of Bermuda’s most coveted beverage.
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Dark and Stormy Recipe | How to Make Bermuda’s Signature Cocktail
What You’ll Need:
1.5 oz Goslings Black Seal Rum
4-5 oz Goslings Stormy Ginger Beer
1 slice of lime
The Method:
Into a tall glass filled with ice, add 4-5 oz of Goslings Stormy Ginger Beer and top with 1.5 oz of Goslings Black Seal Rum. Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy! For anyone asking how to make a Dark and Stormy cocktail, this simple recipe is the best way to enjoy it the way locals do in Bermuda.
Honestly, we never really considered making the trip out to Bermuda, but we are so glad we made the spontaneous decision to go. The archipelago has more to offer than we could’ve ever imagined. Can’t believe it’s taken us this long to get to this gem in the Atlantic. Bermuda is unexpected, underrated, and extraordinary. Once we had spent only 24 hours there, Bermuda already had our hearts! We were amazed at the crystal blue water and pink sand beaches scattered all over the island. We loved learning about the island's architecture, culture, and history. How interesting to be in such a tropical place with a tradition of afternoon tea and pictures of Queen Elizabeth everywhere. We only wish we had more time to take it all in, but of course, we cannot wait to get back to Bermuda one day and again cheers with a Dark and Stormy cocktail in hand.
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