Dark 'n' Stormy
CLASSIC · GOSLING'S BLACK SEAL DARK RUM

Dark 'n' Stormy

The national drink of Bermuda, the Dark 'n' Stormy is a trademarked cocktail that must be made with Gosling's Black Seal rum - a bold, molasses-forward spirit that floats dramatically over spicy ginger beer for a striking two-tone presentation.

Ingredients
Lime Wedge
Glassware
Highball Glass
Chilled.
Flavor
BODYSWEETFRUITACIDHEATSMOKEEARTHBITTER

Molasses / dark syrup · Ginger · Lime

Estimated profile

Method
  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Pour 120ml of ginger beer into the glass.

  3. 3

    Slowly pour 60ml of Gosling's Black Seal Dark Rum over the back of a bar spoon to float it on top of the ginger beer.

  4. 4

    Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim and serve immediately without stirring.

From the Bartender

The Dark 'n' Stormy is a registered trademark of Gosling Brothers Ltd - legally, only Gosling's Black Seal rum can be used in an authentic version. Resist the urge to stir; the floating rum layer is both the signature visual and the intended drinking experience.

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