Dark and Stormy Refreshment: Classic and Variations

 

The Dark and Stormy is a simple yet satisfying highball cocktail featuring the rich notes of dark rum and the spicy kick of ginger beer. Here are a couple of ways to enjoy this timeless drink:

Classic Dark and Stormy:

• Ingredients:
  • 2 oz (60 ml) Dark Rum (preferably Gosling's Black Seal)
  • 3-4 oz (90-120 ml) Chilled Ginger Beer
  • Lime wedge (for garnish)
• Instructions:
  1. Fill a tall glass (highball or Collins glass) with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in the dark rum.
  3. Top with chilled ginger beer, holding back the foam with a bar spoon if desired.
  4. Garnish with a lime wedge.
  5. Give it a gentle stir and enjoy!

Tips:

• Use a high-quality dark rum for the best flavor experience.
• Adjust the amount of ginger beer to your preference for spiciness.
• If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a dash of simple syrup or lime juice.

Spicy Dark and Stormy:

This variation adds a touch of heat to the classic recipe.

• Ingredients:
  • Follow the classic recipe ingredients.
  • Add a dash (about 5 drops) of Angostura bitters.
  • Optional: A few slices of fresh ginger muddled in the glass before adding ice.
• Instructions:
  1. Follow steps 1-3 from the classic recipe.
  2. Add the Angostura bitters and muddled ginger (if using).
  3. Continue with steps 4-5 from the classic recipe.

Fruity Dark and Stormy:

This variation adds a touch of fruitiness to the classic recipe.

• Ingredients:
  • Follow the classic recipe ingredients.
  • Substitute half of the ginger beer with pineapple juice or grapefruit juice.
• Instructions:
  1. Follow steps 1-3 from the classic recipe, using half ginger beer and half your chosen juice.
  2. Continue with steps 4-5 from the classic recipe.

Enjoy your Dark and Stormy responsibly!

Sparkling Midori Melon Margarita (Mocktail or Cocktail)

This recipe offers a refreshing twist on the classic margarita, featuring the sweet and tangy flavors of Midori melon liqueur. It's perfect for a pool party or a summer get-together. You can adjust the recipe to make it a mocktail (alcohol-free) or a cocktail (with alcohol).

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces (60 ml) Midori melon liqueur (or substitute with 2 ounces honeydew melon syrup for a mocktail)
• 1 ounce (30 ml) fresh lime juice
• 1/2 ounce (15 ml) agave nectar (or simple syrup)
• Club soda, to top
• Lime wedge, for garnish (optional)
• Maraschino cherry, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine Midori melon liqueur (or syrup), lime juice, and agave nectar.
2. Shake well for about 15 seconds, until chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into a margarita glass (or a tall glass for the mocktail version) filled with fresh ice.
4. Top with club soda, gently stirring to combine.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge and/or maraschino cherry (optional).

Tips:

• For a stronger melon flavor, add an extra ounce of Midori melon liqueur.
• If you don't have agave nectar, you can substitute it with simple syrup or honey.
• To make the rim of your glass festive, dip it in lime juice or simple syrup and then roll it in a plate of sugar or edible glitter (for a mocktail).
• For a frozen version, blend all the ingredients with a cup of crushed ice.

Enjoy responsibly!

Tren Amarillo

 

Ingredientes:

20% de calvados

30% de jugo de ananá (piña)

50% de champaña helada

 Trozos de piñas, para decorar

 

 

Preparación:

Verter los ingredientes bien frios, directamente en la copa y respetando el orden dado.

Decorar con trozos de piñas natural o confitadas. 

 

Cocktel de Medianoche-MOJITO DE BLACKBERRY

 

PREPARACIÓN 15 MÁS EL TIEMPO EN CONGELADOR

SERVICIO: PARA DOS PERSONAS

INGREDIENTES:

1/3 DE JALEA DE ZARZAMORA O BLACKBERRY SIN SEMILLAS

2 CUCHARADAS DE AGUA

1/4 DE HOJAS DE MENTA FRESCA

3 CUCHARADAS DE JUGO DE LIMA

1/3 TAZA DE BRANDY

1 TAZA DE SODA CLUB 

 

ADORNOS:

• Ramitas con menta

PREPARACIÓN

1. En una cacerola pequeña, combine la jalea y el agua,  Cocinar y batir a fuego medio alto hasta que la mezcla este suave y tranfiera a un envase pequeño.  Coloque en nevera hasta que este bien frio (casí con escarchita)
2. En en una jarra pequeña, macere las hojas de menta con el jugo de limón.
3. Añada el syrop de zarzamora o blackberry con el run.
4. Divida el coctel en dos copas de cocktail y añada a cada copa 1/2 taza de soda club y adorne con la ramita de menta.