Cocktails
Daiquiri
Daiquiri is a crisp citrus cocktail with a clean, balanced structure and a bright rum-style base. Served chilled, it works best when the drink needs to feel simple, sharp and refreshing.
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker
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Ingredients & Tools
- 1 1/2 ozLight rumBase Spirit
- Juice of 1/2LimeFruit
- 1 tspPowdered sugarSweetener
How to Make It
- Pour all ingredients into shaker with ice cubes.Shaken
- Shake well.Shaken
- Strain in chilled cocktail glass.Strain
Why it works
Why the Daiquiri works
The Daiquiri works because it keeps the sour format simple: rum, lime and sweetness. That simplicity makes balance very important, because small changes in lime or sugar are easy to notice.
How to Serve
- Glass
- Cocktail Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Cubed ice
- Method
- Shaken
Taste
What does a Daiquiri taste like?
A Daiquiri is crisp, tart and rum-led, with lime providing the main lift. It should taste clean and refreshing rather than overly sweet or frozen-heavy.
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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Estimated sensory profile
- High ABV
- Bright and citrusy
- Full-bodied
Practical notes
Common mistakes
Common mistakes
The most common mistake is making it too sweet. Start with less syrup, shake well with ice, and adjust only if the lime makes the drink too sharp.
About this drink
The Daiquiri is tied to eastern Cuba, with the name coming from Daiquiri near Santiago de Cuba. The common historical account credits American mining engineer Jennings Cox around the Spanish-American War era, but the drink also fits a much older rum-lime-sugar pattern.
When to serve
- SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.
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Diet & lifestyle
Compatible, based on the listed ingredients
Not compatible
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Reviewed ingredient substitutions
Light Rum1 1/2 oz
Powdered Sugar1 tsp
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I make a Daiquiri at home?
- Yes. The Daiquiri uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.