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Dark and Spicy
Posted: July 21, 2026
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The Dark and Spicy is a warming, character-driven twist on the classic Dark and Stormy, using spiced rum in place of dark rum to dial up the vanilla, cinnamon, and clove notes and create something with even more depth and personality. Fiery ginger beer provides the backbone of heat and carbonation, fresh lime juice keeps things bright and balanced, and a dash of Angostura bitters adds a bittersweet aromatic complexity that elevates the whole drink. The result is bold, warming, and utterly satisfying — the Dark and Stormy's more adventurous sibling.
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass or copper mug with ice.
- Add lime juice and Angostura bitters.
- Top with chilled ginger beer and stir briefly.
- Float the spiced rum over the back of a spoon on top for a dramatic dark layer.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and enjoy the layers as they slowly blend.