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.