DARK AND STORMY CLASSIC

Cuba is widely recognised as the birthplace of great classic cocktails, where rum, balance and precision define every preparation. The Dark and Stormy is a drink with a bold character, combining dark rum, ginger beer and lime in a mixture that is simple yet deeply expressive. Within the world of the dark rum cocktail, this recipe stands out for the contrast between the spice of ginger and the freshness of citrus. In this version, Ron Santiago de Cuba Extra Añejo 11 Years provides structure and depth, allowing the flavours to integrate with elegance and balance.

INGREDIENTS

• 50ml Ron Santiago de Cuba Extra Añejo 11 Years
• 100 ml ginger beer
  
• 10 ml fresh lime juice
  
• Ice cubes
  
• Lime peel or lime wedge for garnish (optional)

METHOD

1. Fill a tall glass with solid, well-chilled ice.
   
2. Pour the rum directly over the ice.
   
3. Add the fresh lime juice.
   
4. Gently top up with ginger beer.
   
5. Stir lightly with a bar spoon to combine the flavours while preserving the effervescence.
   
6. Finish with a lime peel or wedge to add a fresh aromatic touch.

MAKE IT WITH

Ron Santiago de Cuba Añejo 11 Years Old

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