Dark and Stormy
A tall, refreshing highball of dark rum floated over spicy ginger beer and lime. Tiers progress from a basic build to a premium rum with homemade ginger syrup.
Vegan
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Nut-free
Contains alcohol
Better version
Aged dark rum with fiery craft ginger beer and fresh lime.
Per serving£3.50
Total cost£3.50
Time4 min
Ingredients for 1
- 60 ml aged dark rum , such as Gosling's Black Seal
- 120 ml craft fiery ginger beer
- 15 ml fresh lime juice
- 1 lime wheel , to garnish
- ice cubes
Method
- Fill a highball glass with plenty of fresh ice.
- Squeeze in the fresh lime juice and add the ginger beer.
- Stir briefly to combine.
- Float the aged dark rum over the top.
- Garnish with a lime wheel.
Equipment
- highball glass
- bar spoon
- citrus squeezer
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Dark rum poured over shop ginger beer with a squeeze of bottled lime.
Better
Aged dark rum with fiery craft ginger beer and fresh lime.
Ultimate
Pot-still rum over homemade fresh ginger syrup and soda, with candied ginger and a lime twist.