We’ve been having a lot of evening storms around here lately, and I’m all about it…especially since I have a covered porch to enjoy them under.
It seems like at least a few nights each week for the past month, we’ve had a spectacular showing of strong wind, dark and grey mixed clouds, and anywhere from light sprinkles to sheets of rain.
There’s something scary about storms, but there’s also something so beautiful about watching them pass when you know you’re safe and dry.
In honor of an evening storm a few weeks ago, we decided to have a Dark & Stormy.
Since we’ve been keeping our fridge stocked with Trader Joe’s ginger beer, we’ve enjoyed these a lot this summer. Heck, they’re great year round.
If you have some kicky ginger beer and some dark rum, you’re set.
Here’s how you make a Dark & Stormy:
In a highball or other cocktail glass, add a large ice cube and pour about 2/3 cup of ginger beer and 2 oz. spiced rum (we prefer Kraken) on top. Add the juice of about 1/4 of a lime and stir. Garnish with a lime wedge, if you wish.