Dark and Stormy with Bourbon
This bourbon-based dark and stormy is a quick, cozy cocktail with bold fall flavors and a spicy ginger beer finish.
Equipment
- - Cocktail shaker or mixing glass
- - Lowball or rocks glass
- - Jigger or measuring tool
Ingredients
- - 2 oz bourbon
- - 2 oz apple cider
- - ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- - 2 oz ginger beer
- - Ice cubes
- - Apple slice and cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker with ice, combine bourbon, apple cider, and lemon juice.
- Shake to chill and strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Garnish with apple slice and cinnamon stick.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute dark rum for a classic version.
- Use a bold ginger beer for maximum flavor.
- Don’t skip the garnish—it adds both aroma and visual flair.
- Use a bold ginger beer for maximum flavor.
- Don’t skip the garnish—it adds both aroma and visual flair.