Low Iodine Classic Hemingway Daiquiri
Tart, bracingly cold, and just a little bit literary, this cocktail is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting somewhere with a view. The combination of white rum, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, and maraschino liqueur creates a balance of citrusy brightness and subtle sweetness that's genuinely hard to put down. Managing iodine intake doesn't mean giving up the good stuff — cocktails built entirely from spirits, fresh citrus, and simple syrup are naturally free of the seafood, dairy, and iodized salt that make so many other recipes tricky. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so there's no label-reading stress involved. The double-straining step is worth the extra effort, giving you a silky-smooth pour with zero ice chips or pulp clouding the glass. Serve it ice-cold in a properly chilled coupe and it's an instant crowd-pleaser, whether you're entertaining or just treating yourself to something a little elevated on a weeknight.
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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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