The Daiquiri is a popular drink around the world and was originally created in Cuba. Though “Daiquiri” refers to a family of drinks containing rum, citrus juice and sugar, below we have the “official” cocktail recipe as defined by the International Bartenders Association. The drink is commonly served in a cocktail glass and garnished with a half slice of lime.
What you need to make the Daiquiri
For the drink
- 45 ml white rum
- 25 ml lime juice
- 15 ml simple syrup
- Ice cubes
For the garnish
- Half a lime slice
How to make
- Add ice to a cocktail shaker and pour in the rum, lime juice and simple syrup.
- Shake well and strain into a cocktail glass.
- Garnish with half a slice of lime.
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