Ingredients:
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2 ounces white rum
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1 ounce fresh lime juice
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¾ ounce simple syrup (sugar + water)
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Ice cubes
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Garnish: lime wheel or twist
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Glass: coupe or small cocktail glass
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Chill Your Glass:
Place your glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill while you prepare the drink. -
Add Ingredients to Shaker:
In a cocktail shaker, pour 2 oz white rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and ¾ oz simple syrup. -
Add Ice:
Fill the shaker with ice to help chill and mix everything. -
Shake Well:
Shake firmly for about 15 seconds until the shaker feels very cold. -
Strain and Serve:
Remove the ice from your glass, then strain the drink into it. Garnish with a lime wheel or twist.
Optional Twist – Strawberry Daiquiri:
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Add 2–3 strawberries and muddle them before shaking.
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Use flavored rum like coconut or spiced for a new flavor.
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Swap lime for lemon for a slightly sweeter taste.