On the Rocks: La Floridita Daiquiri.

I learned a lot about daiquiris from the post on this recipe for the La Floridita Daiquiri. Authentic daiquiris are not those neon-hued frozen concoction you find running rampant at resorts. In fact, they don’t even have to be frozen! All of which is a huge relief to me because I’ve never been a fan, but now I can say my opinion has done a 180º.

Ingredients:
– 2 oz Cuban light rum*
– juice of half a lime
– 1 tsp maraschino liqueur
– 1 tsp sugar or simple syrup

Blend just until mixed with three-to-four cubes worth of crushed ice. Pour into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a maraschino cherry. Or, for an unfrozen option, shake vigorously over ice until well chilled.

*For those of us who don’t have or have access to procure contraband Havana Club, Puerto Rican or Dominican light rum (like Brugal) is an acceptable substitute.

:: photo and recipe via SLOSHED!

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