How to Make The Daiquiri ‘Ernest Hemingway’s Go To Cocktail' | Behind The Bar

white rum

🥗Healthier: light rum

💰Cheaper: vodka

Light rum has fewer calories, while vodka is often less expensive.

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is a natural sweetener, while honey is often more affordable.

Use a jigger or free pour to measure 2 ounces of white rum and add it to your mixing tin.

Measure and add 3/4 ounce of fresh lime juice into the mixing tin.

Measure and add 3/4 ounce of simple syrup into the mixing tin.

Add ice to the mixing tin.

Cover the tin and shake vigorously.

Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.

Garnish with a lime and a cherry.

Cooking Techniques

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