Bacardi Cocktail
A pre-Prohibition classic, the Bacardi Cocktail is essentially a traditional Daiquiri modified with a splash of grenadine. This addition lends the drink a distinctive rose-pink hue and a subtle layer of pomegranate sweetness that balances the tart lime and crisp rum.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by sharp lime and a light, floral rum scent. The taste is tart and crisp, with a subtle berry sweetness from the grenadine balancing the citrus acidity. The mouthfeel is light and clean, finishing with a dry, zesty lime note.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Bacardi Light Rum1.75 oz
- Fresh Lime Juice1 oz
- Sugar Syrup0.5 tsp
- Grenadine1 dash
Preparation
- 1
Chill a cocktail glass in the freezer or by filling it with ice water.
- 2
Combine the Bacardi Light Rum, fresh lime juice, sugar syrup, and grenadine in a cocktail shaker.
- 3
Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- 4
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosted.
- 5
Strain the mixture into the chilled glass.
- 6
Serve immediately.
Substitutions
- Bacardi Light RumHavana Club 3 Year Old — This adds a slight grassy and oaky undertone to the base spirit profile.
- Sugar SyrupAgave Nectar — This provides a thicker texture and a mild earthy sweetness.
- GrenadineRaspberry Syrup — This changes the fruit profile to a sharper and more natural berry flavor.
- Fresh Lime JuiceFresh Lemon Juice — This results in a slightly less acidic and more floral citrus profile.
Variations
The Santiago
Replace the light rum with an aged rum to add notes of vanilla and baking spice.
Pink Daiquiri
Increase the grenadine amount and remove the sugar syrup for a deeper color and more intense pomegranate flavor.