Emerald Isle Daiquiri
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.25 fl oz Vanilla sugar syrup
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Pour all ingredients into shaker
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Shake vigorously
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Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Cocktail Description
Like a secret garden captured in a glass, the Emerald Isle Daiquiri transforms the classic Cuban cocktail into a lush, herbaceous adventure.
This sophisticated twist combines Plantation 3 Stars white rum with the honey-sweet herbal notes of Drambuie and the complex botanical intensity of green Chartreuse. Fresh lime juice provides essential brightness, while vanilla sugar syrup rounds out the edges with subtle sweetness. The resulting flavor profile balances herbaceous complexity with tropical rum notes and citrus zing—imagine sipping an artisanal daiquiri in a hidden herb garden.
Perfect for spring and summer evenings when you want something refreshing yet conversation-worthy, this cocktail shines as an aperitif before a meal or alongside light appetizers. While slightly more complex than a standard daiquiri due to its specialty ingredients, it remains straightforward to prepare with basic shaking technique. Pair it with seafood dishes like scallops or shrimp, herb-forward Mediterranean plates, or even a cheese board featuring creamy goat cheese and honey.
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