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Simple Daiquiri Recipe

You only need three ingredients to make this refreshing, well balanced, simple cocktail. Just mix together light rum, lime juice and simple syrup and you are on your way to party town.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: daiquiri
Servings: 1
Calories: 149kcal
Author: Ros Singh

Ingredients

  • 1½ oz light rum
  • ¾ oz lime juice
  • ½ oz simple syrup (use ¼ cup sugar and ¼ cup water)
  • ice

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep garnish (like lime slices).
  • Clean, slice and squeeze fresh limes.
  • Strain the juice.
  • Add sugar and water to a small pot on medium heat. Stir to dissolve.
  • Bring to a boil. Leave to simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat. Cool completely.
  • Mix together ice, rum, lime juice and simple syrup.
  • Pour into martini or cocktail glasses. Garnish and serve cold.