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Occasions · Rum

Classic Daiquiri

Rum, lime, and sugar in the most useful possible ratio.

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The recipe

Make the drink.

Ingredients · 1 drink

  • 2 oz white rum
  • ¾ oz fresh lime juice
  • ¾ oz simple syrup
  • Ice

Method

  1. 1Shake all ingredients with ice until very cold.
  2. 2Double strain into a chilled coupe.
  3. 3Serve without garnish or with a small lime coin.

Occasions note

This is a three-ingredient lesson in balance. If it feels flat, your lime is likely the issue.

Batch note

Make it for a crowd.

For 8, combine 16 oz rum, 6 oz lime juice, and 6 oz simple syrup. Chill, shake in batches, and strain into cold coupes.

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