Did you know that the daiquiri was originally served shaken, not blended? According to Difford’s Guide, the popular cocktail is renowned for its frozen iteration, the original daiquiri is as classic as it gets – a shaken combination of rum, sugar and lime!
The daiquiri is believed to have been created in the late 1800s in Cuba, specifically in a small town called Daiquiri near Santiago. The exact origins of this classic cocktail are still debated. Some claim that it was initially developed as a medicinal treatment, while others speculate that it was a result of a resource limitation, with locals improvising a drink using the available rum when whiskey or gin were not accessible. As is often the case with cocktails, it’s challenging to determine the definitive truth, but it’s likely that both stories contain elements of truth.
One of the most renowned fans of the daiquiri was none other than Ernest Hemingway, the celebrated author. In honour of his love for the drink, a variation named after him was created – the Hemingway daiquiri. This delightful twist on the classic recipe includes the addition of grapefruit juice and maraschino liqueur, resulting in a refreshing and flavourful concoction. If you’re a fan of daiquiris or simply looking to try something new, the Hemingway daiquiri is definitely worth a taste.
Whether you prefer the traditional daiquiri or the Hemingway variation, both are enjoyable options that have stood the test of time. So next time you’re in the mood for a flavorful and historically significant cocktail, be sure to give the daiquiri a try. Cheers!
The Miso Daq Attack
Ingredients
- 2 oz Appleton Estate 8-Year-Old Rum
- 1 oz lime juice
- 2/3 oz simple syrup
- 1 tsp brown miso
- Garnish: Shiso leaf & lime wheel
Instructions
- Combine rum, juice, syrup and miso with ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake well, strain over ice into a rocks glass and garish.
Notes
Civil Liberties: civillibertiesbar.com
The Margot Daiquiri
Ingredients
- 2 ½ oz Appleton Estate 8-Year-Old Rum
- 1 tbsp loose leaf black tea
- 1 oz lime juice
- ½ oz agave syrup
- ¼ oz Aperol
- Garnish: ½ Grapefruit wheel
Instructions
- Combine rum and tea in a cocktail shaker and steep for one minute. Add ice, juice, agave and Aperol and shake well. Fine strain over ice into a rocks glass, and garnish.
Notes
Bar Mordecai: barmordecai.com
Trina Stewart is the Editor of HOMES+ Locale Magazine. Originally from Cambridge, Ontario, Trina loves exploring the area and embracing the activities, events, and local businesses.
