Daiquiri
A timeless Cuban classic, the Daiquiri perfectly balances the crispness of light rum with the tartness of fresh lime and the sweetness of sugar. It is a refreshing, elegant, and simple cocktail that highlights the quality of its ingredients.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by fresh lime zest and subtle grassy notes from the rum. On the palate, a sharp citrus acidity is balanced by a light sweetness, followed by a clean and dry finish. The mouthfeel is thin and crisp, providing a refreshing temperature and texture.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Light Rum1.5 oz
- Fresh Lime Juice0.75 oz
- Powdered Sugar1 tsp
Preparation
- 1
Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for a few minutes.
- 2
Add the light rum, fresh lime juice, and powdered sugar into a shaker.
- 3
Stir briefly to help dissolve the sugar.
- 4
Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- 5
Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- 6
Double strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
Substitutions
- Powdered SugarSimple Syrup — Simple syrup integrates faster than granulated sugar and provides a more consistent texture.
- Light RumAged Rum — Switching to an aged rum adds oak and vanilla notes, resulting in a heavier drink.
- Fresh Lime JuiceFresh Lemon Juice — Lemon offers a sharper, less tropical acidity compared to lime.
Variations
Hemingway Daiquiri
Add 0.25 oz maraschino liqueur and 0.5 oz grapefruit juice for a drier, more complex profile.
Dark Daiquiri
Replace the light rum with a dark, molasses-based rum to provide deeper notes of caramel and spice.