Cashew Free Classic Hemingway Daiquiri
Ernest Hemingway reportedly had this cocktail made drier and more citrus-forward to suit his own tastes, and the result is one of the most refreshing drinks in the classic canon. White rum meets fresh grapefruit juice, bright lime, a touch of maraschino liqueur, and just enough simple syrup to balance everything out — it's tart, a little floral, and dangerously easy to drink. The whole thing comes together in a cocktail shaker, so there's no complicated technique standing between you and a perfectly chilled coupe. Double-straining gives you that silky, crystal-clear finish that makes this feel genuinely bar-quality at home. Tree nuts and cashews have absolutely no place in a cocktail like this, and every ingredient here is naturally free of them — no label-reading required, just good spirits and fresh citrus. Serve it ice-cold the moment it's poured, and don't skip the grapefruit twist if you have one on hand — that little spritz of citrus oil over the glass takes it to another level.
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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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