Hemingway Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe

The Hemingway Daiquiri, a classic cocktail originating from Cuba, is a delightful blend of rum, citrus, and maraschino that pays homage to the renowned writer Ernest Hemingway. Its crisp, refreshing taste takes you on a journey to the sunny shores of Havana, where the flavors of grapefruit and lime mingle perfectly with the warmth of rum. Known for its simplicity and elegance, the Hemingway Daiquiri is a piece of cocktail history you can easily recreate at home.

Hemingway Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe

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Cuisine: CubaDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

4

minutes

Calories

158

kcal

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 60 ml 2 fl oz white rum

• 15 ml 1/2 fl oz fresh lime juice

• 22.5 ml 3/4 fl oz fresh grapefruit juice

• 15 ml 1/2 fl oz maraschino liqueur

• 5 ml 1/6 fl oz simple syrup

• Lime wheel or zest for garnish

• Ice cubes

Equipment

• 
  Cocktail Shaker
• 
  Hawthorne strainer
• 
  Jigger

Instructions

• Begin by juicing fresh limes and grapefruits. Measure the required amounts of juices using the jigger.
• In a cocktail shaker, combine white rum, lime juice, grapefruit juice, maraschino liqueur, and simple syrup.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
• Use a strainer to pour the cocktail into the chilled coupe glass.
• Garnish with a lime wheel or a twist of lime zest on top for an extra citrus note.