Classic Daiquiri Recipe
The Daiquiri is the ultimate test for any rum; there’s simply nowhere for the spirit to hide. It’s a beautifully simple construction of rum, lime, and sugar. When that balance is perfect, you get a clean, bright cocktail that is just ridiculously refreshing and delicious.
Recipe Ingredients
3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) fresh lime juice
1/2 oz. (15 ml) semi-rich simple syrup (1.5:1 sugar:water)
Lime wheel for garnish
Recipe Directions
2. Combine the rum, fresh lime juice, and semi-rich simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
3. Add ice to the shaker.
4. Hard shake until thoroughly chilled.
5. Fine strain into your chilled coupe.
6. Garnish with a lime wheel.
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The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum
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