Classic daiquiri cocktail in a coupe glass with lime wheel garnish on a neutral background

Daiquiri

The classic daiquiri combines white rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup for a bright, perfectly balanced shaken cocktail.

Ingredients
  • 2 oz white rum

  • 1 oz fresh lime juice

  • ¾ oz simple syrup

Method
  1. Add white rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to a shaker filled with ice.

  2. Shake hard until well chilled (about 10–15 seconds).

  3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

  4. Garnish with a lime wheel (optional).

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