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Dark and Stormy Drink

Dark and Stormy with Bourbon

This bourbon twist on the classic Dark and Stormy is cozy, bold, and ready in 10 minutes. Perfect for fall evenings or any time you want a quick, impressive cocktail.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktails
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • - Strainer
  • - Highball or rocks glass

Ingredients
  

  • - 2 oz bourbon
  • - 2 oz apple cider
  • - ½ oz fresh lemon juice
  • - 2 oz ginger beer chilled
  • - 1 cup ice
  • - Apple slice for garnish
  • - Cinnamon stick optional

Instructions
 

  • Add bourbon, apple cider, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake well for 10–15 seconds.
  • Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Top with ginger beer.
  • Garnish with apple slice and cinnamon stick.

Notes

- Use quality ginger beer for the best balance
- Batch the base ahead of time for easy entertaining
- Optional: Add maple syrup or spiced bitters for depth
Keyword dark and stormy drink with bourbon