Only A Blackwell Rum ‘Black ‘N’ Ginger’ Can Brighten Your Day
A warm breeze touches your sun kissed skin as the dark clouds start rolling in over the ocean. And after a full day enjoying the sun and water, the only type of summer storm that is welcome is a Black ‘N’ Ginger cocktail, made with Blackwell Rum.
Sadly, we can all agree that there’s nothing more frustrating than being on vacation, sitting on your ocean-view terrace, watching thick, dark clouds above the water, lightning striking the horizon, and hearing the booms of thunder fill the air. But fear not, we have a way to combat the last of the summer moodiness by joining in and sipping a Black ‘N’ Ginger at the same time, of course!
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This visually appealing drink can be enjoyed no matter where you are in the world and isn’t associated to the unpredictable vacation weather you might encounter either. So, whenever you feel like a Black ‘N’ Ginger is the cocktail that fits your day, then we’ve got a great Blackwell Rum inspired recipe for you.
Melissa Skiadas, Bar Manager at Sea Wolf Waterfront in Brooklyn, knows her cocktails. The restaurant has a long drinks list featuring several rum-based concoctions and she has given us her recipe for making the perfect Black ‘N’ Ginger.
Ingredients:
2 ounces Blackwell Rum
4-6 ounces of ginger beer
Half a lime
Ice cubes
Lime wedge (for garnish)
How to make it:
A lot of the allure of the Black ‘N’ Ginger cocktail is in its presentation. Before even hitting your taste buds, the drink is being savored by the eyes. At least, that’s the goal. So, use your fancy glass of choice, but we prefer a cocktail or highball glass. Fill it with ice cubes. Then, squeeze the juice of half a lime into the glass. This tang from the lime will add a citrusy note to balance out the spice and sweetness of the rum.
Pour the Blackwell Rum into the glass. The rich, complex flavors of this dark rum will be the heart and soul of your Black ‘N’ Ginger. Top off the glass with ginger beer. This gives the cocktail its signature kick and effervescence. Adjust the amount based on your ginger flavor preference. Garnish with a lime wedge.
The ingredients will look as though they are separated. It might even remind you of a clear sky being met with the threatening clouds of an incoming storm. So before drinking, you can mix it together so that the flavors meld together for the best taste.
The Black ‘N’ Ginger is a perfect blend of rich flavors. While the cocktail itself is simple to make, with few ingredients, the use of Blackwell Rum ensures you’ll be met with a mouthful of complex flavors, perfectly balanced with the lime and ginger beer.