Turkey Free Classic Hemingway Daiquiri
Ernest Hemingway reportedly had this cocktail made with less sugar and more citrus to suit his taste, and the result is one of the most bracingly refreshing drinks in the classic cocktail canon. White rum meets fresh grapefruit juice, bright lime, the subtle cherry-almond sweetness of maraschino liqueur, and just a touch of simple syrup for a drink that is tart, complex, and dangerously easy to sip. The double-straining step is worth the extra effort — it gives the finished cocktail a silky, crystal-clear pour that looks as impressive as it tastes. Chilling the glass beforehand keeps everything ice-cold from the first sip to the last, which makes a real difference with a drink this citrus-forward. A grapefruit twist or lime wheel on the rim adds a little flair without any fuss. This is the kind of cocktail that feels like a proper occasion even on a random Tuesday evening.
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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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