Turmeric Free Classic Hemingway Daiquiri
This is a bartender's cocktail done right — tart, slightly sweet, and built on the kind of clean citrus backbone that makes you want a second round before the first one is even finished. White rum meets fresh grapefruit and lime juice, with maraschino liqueur adding a subtle cherry-almond depth and a touch of simple syrup to round everything out. The double-straining step is a small but meaningful detail that gives the finished drink a silky, polished texture you'd expect from a proper cocktail bar. Every ingredient here is naturally free of turmeric, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — just shake, strain, and sip. It's the kind of drink that feels celebratory without requiring much effort, and the optional grapefruit twist on the rim makes it look genuinely impressive. Whether you're mixing for a crowd or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this one delivers every time.
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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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