Dark and Stormy

The first Dark and Stormy I had was at Milk and Honey, the famed, hidden speak-easy in the Lower East Side. From the first sip of the refreshing elixir, I knew I was hooked. I went on to have them in many more establishments thereafter, most notably, Botanica, Balthazar and Little Giant.

A national drink of the always-hot Bermuda, a Dark and Stormy is the perfect summertime beverage. It consists of a shot or two of dark rum and a healthy pour of ginger beer. Finished with a twist of lime for a little zing, it’s ideal for a day by the pool or the beach.

Bermuda rum company Gosling’s Brothers Ltd has the trademark on Dark ‘n’ Stormy, but with little or no access to the special rum outside of the island, the thirst-quencher can surely be made with Bacardi, Mount Gay, or Captain Morgan’s for delicious results. For a true treat, add a little piece of candied ginger and sugar to the rim of your glass before serving.