Cherry Daiquiri

This Cherry Daiquiri recipe maintains the simplicity and sophistication of the original Daiquiri cocktail while introducing a subtle sweetness and depth from cherries. The perfect drink on a hot summer evening.

A classic daiquiri (not a frozen daiquiri) combines rum, fresh lime juice and simple syrup. In my own version of a cherry daiquiri, I am bringing in cherry liqueur, and sweet cherry syrup. It brings through these subtle notes of cherry and sweetness, that pair perfectly with sour tang of lime. 

Ingredients

Here’s what you need for this cherry daiquiri cocktail recipe,. Find the full recipe at the bottom of this post. 

• White Rum: Forms the smooth and light base of the cocktail.
• Cherry liqueur: Adds a rich cherry flavor and a hint of sweetness.
• Freshly squeezed lime juice: Brings in a refreshing and zesty citrus note. If you can, always use fresh citrus juice in cocktails.
• Cherry simple syrup or cherry maraschino syrup: Enhances the cherry notes and brings sweetness. You can make your own cherry syrup (from sweet cherries with no artificial flavors,) or buy it. The syrup from a jar of marashcino cherries can also be used. Here’s how to make cherry simple syrup.
• Garnish: Cocktail cherry, to add a touch of elegance and to complement the cherry flavors in the drink.

Method

1. Combine Ingredients: In a shaker, add the light rum, cherry liqueur, freshly squeezed lime juice, and cherry syrup.
2. Shake: Fill the base of shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
3. Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
4. Garnish: Add a maraschino cherry to the glass.

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