The Perfect Classic Daiquiri
Forget the frozen slushies. The true classic daiquiri is a beautifully balanced, three-ingredient masterpiece of rum, lime, and sugar.
Welcome to the GND Recipes Library! The Classic Daiquiri is the ultimate test of a bartender's skill. It’s not the neon-colored frozen drink you might find on a beach vacation, but rather a crisp, tart, and slightly sweet rum sour that perfectly showcases the quality of its ingredients.
Recipe Details
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Prep Time: 3 Minutes
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Servings: 1 Drink
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Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
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2 oz Premium Light Rum
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1 oz Fresh lime juice
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3/4 oz Simple syrup
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Ice cubes
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GND Green Lime Slices for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Combine: In a cocktail shaker, add the light rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
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Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
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Strain: Double strain (using a fine mesh strainer) into a chilled coupe or martini glass to ensure a silky smooth texture.
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Garnish: Float a dehydrated lime wheel on the surface for a pristine, professional finish.
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