Born in Cuba in the late 19th century, the Classic Daiquiri is the original three-ingredient rum cocktail that celebrates balance between rum, lime, and sugar. What defines a great Daiquiri is bright, freshly squeezed citrus, a clean white rum, and the correct dilution and chill to marry tension and silkiness—traits that made it a favorite among sailors and city bars alike. This recipe follows the IBA proportions for a spirit-forward 1.5 oz base while remaining supremely drinkable in a coupe glass with a lime wheel. If you're in Buffalo, our store stocks several Cuban-style white rums that make an excellent starting point.
Ingredients
| 1 ½ oz | white rum (Cuban-style) |
| ¾ oz | fresh lime juice |
| ½ oz | simple syrup (1:1) |
Instructions
- Chill a coupe glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
- Add the white rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup into a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10–15 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy.
- Double-strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and pulp.
- Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim and serve immediately.
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