Caipirissima
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.75 fresh Fresh lime (chopped wedges)
- 0.50 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Muddle lime wedges in the base of shaker to release juice and oils
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Add rum and sugar to shaker
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Add 6oz scoop of crushed ice to shaker
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Shake well
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Pour entire contents without straining into old-fashioned glass
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Garnish with 2 short straws
Cocktail Description
If you're looking for a drink that captures the spirit of a sun-soaked Caribbean afternoon in just a few muddles and shakes, the Rum Smash delivers exactly that.
This straightforward cocktail combines fresh lime wedges, white rum, and cane syrup into a refreshing, citrus-forward sipper that tastes like summer in a glass. The muddling process releases bright lime juice along with aromatic oils from the skin, giving the drink a slightly bitter, zesty edge that balances beautifully against the rum's clean, grassy notes and the gentle sweetness of cane syrup. Served over crushed ice in an old-fashioned glass with two short straws, it's a drink that invites leisurely sipping on warm afternoons, at backyard barbecues, or whenever you need a quick escape from the everyday grind. Making a Rum Smash requires minimal effort and even less bartending experience—just a solid muddle, a vigorous shake, and you're done. The crushed ice keeps everything chilled and dilutes gradually, so the flavors open up as you drink. Pair this with grilled fish tacos, jerk chicken, spicy shrimp skewers, or anything with bold, smoky, or tropical flavors that can stand up to the lime's brightness and the rum's character.
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