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La Florida Daiquiri

Cultural Context

The La Florida Daiquiri hails from Cuba, specifically the La Florida bar in Havana, where it was popularized in the 1930s. This cocktail is a refreshing blend of rum and citrus, embodying the vibrant flavors of Cuban culture. The drink gained fame partly due to its association with author Ernest Hemingway, who frequented the bar. Today, variations of the Daiquiri can be found worldwide, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients.

CubanCUdrink
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 ounces Mount Gay Eclipse rum
1 ounce lime juice
1 ounce Libron Co gum syrup
ice
chilled cocktail glass
2 dashes celery bitters

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup provides a lower glycemic index alternative.

white rum

🥗Healthier: light rum

💰Cheaper: spiced rum

Light rum is often more affordable while maintaining a similar flavor.

1

Start by measuring 1 ounce of lime juice using a lime squeezer and add it to the shaker.

2

Next, measure 1 ounce of Libron Co gum syrup and add it to the shaker.

3

Then, measure 2 ounces of Mount Gay Eclipse rum and add it to the shaker.

4

Add ice to the shaker.

5

Shake the mixture for about 12 to 15 seconds until it feels cold to the touch.

6

Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass using a strainer.

7

Optionally, add 2 dashes of celery bitters to the drink.

Cooking Techniques

mixingshaking

Equipment Needed

shakerlime squeezerstrainercocktail glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

DaiquiriHemingway Daiquiri

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