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Daiquiri, and where to source it

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Three ingredients means each one shows, so use fresh lime and a clean rum and skip anything bottled. Shake it hard and long enough to get it truly cold, then double-strain so no ice shards dull the clean, sharp finish.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep3 min
Cook0 min
Makes1 drink
CuisineCuban
Cost$
VeganGluten-free
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 1 drink
Our ratio, your call. The amounts below are a tested starting point — a version, not the one and only. Anything tagged to taste is the knob you turn: start there, then make it yours.
White rum
A crisp, light rum keeps it clean and bright. Buy this fresh and local.
2 ozrecommended
Local / market
Fresh lime juice
Squeezed to order; the whole balance rides on it.
3/4 ozrecommended
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Simple syrup
Equal sugar and water; balances the lime without cloying. An unrefined sugar deepens it.
3/4 ozrecommended
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The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Barely a splurge
A light hand — your arteries say thanks.
EffortEasy
Cook it with
No-cook
The Method
  1. CombineAdd rum, lime juice, and simple syrup to a shaker full of ice.
  2. Shake coldShake hard for about twelve seconds, until the tin frosts.
  3. Double strainStrain through a fine sieve into a chilled coupe to catch ice shards.
  4. ServeServe immediately while ice-cold.
The Toolkit

Cocktail shaker · Fine strainer · Coupe glass

Straight Answers
Can you make Daiquiri ahead of time? — Best fresh

Best made fresh and served soon — it loses its edge standing around. You can prep the parts ahead, but finish and serve it close to the table.

Is Daiquiri gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Daiquiri vegan? — Yes

Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.

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