Daiquiri
Base Spirit
Rum
Flavour Type
Citrus, Sweet
Cocktail Type
Classic
A simple, classic cocktail featuring rum and lime.
Origin/History
Invented by Jennings Cox in Cuba around 1900. Popularized by Admiral Lucius W. Johnson in Washington, D.C.
Serving Instructions
Stir sugar with lime juice, add rum and ice, shake, and strain.
Occassion
Happy Hour, Summer
Year of Creation
Early 1900s
Classic/Modern
Classic
Garnishes
Lime wheel
Aroma
Zesty lime
Texture/Consistency
Smooth, Chilled
Pairings
Tropical dishes
Fun Facts
Favored by historical figures like Hemingway and President Kennedy.
Shaking/Stirring Instructions
Shake well with ice
Ingredients
- White rum
- Lime juice
- Superfine sugar
Preparation Method
- 60 ml white rum
- 20 ml fresh lime juice
- 2 bar spoons superfine sugar
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