Dark 'n' Stormy facts for kids
| IBA official cocktail | |
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| Type | Mixed drink |
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| Served | On the rocks; poured over ice |
| Standard garnish | Lime wedge |
| Standard drinkware |
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| Preparation | In a highball glass filled with ice pour the ginger beer and top floating with the Rum. |
| Notes | Garnish with a lime wedge or slice. |
| Dark 'n' Stormy recipe at International Bartenders Association |
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The Dark ’n’ Stormy is a popular drink known for its unique name. It is made with a type of ingredient called dark rum and ginger beer. The "dark" part of the name comes from the dark rum, and the "stormy" part comes from the ginger beer, which often creates a foamy top that looks like a storm cloud.
This drink is usually served over ice and often has a slice of lime as a garnish. Sometimes, lime juice and a little simple syrup are also added to make it taste even better. The company Gosling Brothers says that this drink was first created in Bermuda right after World War I.
Protecting the Name
In the United States, the name "Dark ’n’ Stormy" is a special kind of protection called a trademark. This trademark belongs to Gosling Brothers Ltd, a company from Bermuda, and they have owned it since 1991.
A trademark is like a special badge or name that only one company can use for its products. This helps customers know exactly who made something. Because Gosling Brothers owns the trademark for "Dark ’n’ Stormy," they want to make sure that if someone sells a drink by this name, it is made with their specific Gosling Black Seal rum. This helps them protect their special recipe and brand.
Gosling Brothers often shares information about the drink with people who love sailing and boat races. This helps more people learn about the Dark 'n' Stormy.
Different Ways to Say the Name
The official name registered by Gosling Brothers uses one apostrophe: "Dark 'n' Stormy". However, some other groups, like the International Bartender's Association, might use two apostrophes: "Dark n Stormy".
Because Gosling Brothers protects their trademark, some people or companies might use slightly different names for similar drinks. For example, they might call a similar drink a "Safe Harbor" to avoid any confusion with the official "Dark 'n' Stormy" name.
Other Versions of the Drink
Sometimes, people like to try new twists on the classic Dark 'n' Stormy.
- A cider and stormy mixes dark rum, apple cider, and ginger beer.
- A fall dark 'n' stormy uses a different ingredient called bourbon, along with apple cider, lemon juice, and ginger beer.
See also
In Spanish: Dark 'n' Stormy para niños
