Ingredients
- 60 ml White rum
- 22.5 ml Lime juice
- 15 ml Grapefruit juice
- 10 ml Maraschino liqueur e.g. Luxardo
- 10 ml Sugar syrup
- Garnish Cherry
Preparation
- Blend all ingredients with crushed ice until smooth.
- Pour into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with cherry.
Origin Story
The El Floridita Daiquiri originated in the 1930s at El Floridita, a bar in Havana, Cuba, known for its vibrant atmosphere and celebrity clientele, including Ernest Hemingway. This cocktail became famous for its refreshing blend of rum and citrus, embodying the spirit of tropical Cuba.
