Low Sodium Classic Hemingway Daiquiri
There is something undeniably elegant about a properly made daiquiri, and this version — built around white rum, fresh grapefruit juice, and a touch of maraschino liqueur — is bracingly tart, subtly sweet, and completely refreshing. The combination of grapefruit and lime gives it a citrus depth that goes well beyond the overly sweet frozen versions most people have encountered. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of added sodium, you can sip without a second thought — no sneaky preservatives, no seasoned mixes, just clean, bright flavors doing all the work. The small measure of simple syrup keeps things balanced without tipping into cloying territory, letting the rum and citrus stay front and center. Double-straining into a well-chilled coupe is the move that separates a good cocktail from a great one, giving you a silky, chip-free pour that looks as sharp as it tastes. Garnish with a grapefruit twist or lime wheel and you have a drink that feels genuinely special with almost no effort at all.
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1 serving
- 2 oz white rum
- ¾ oz fresh grapefruit juice
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz maraschino liqueur
- ¼ oz simple syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 1 grapefruit twist or lime wheel, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Chill a coupe or cocktail glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you build the drink.
- 2
Combine the white rum, grapefruit juice, lime juice, maraschino liqueur, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Add the ice cubes.
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