Hotel Nacional Daiquiri No.2
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 1.00 fl oz Fresh pressed pineapple juice
- 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.33 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Add ice to cocktail shaker
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Add all ingredients to shaker
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Shake vigorously
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Fine strain into chilled martini glass
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Garnish with Luxardo Maraschino cherry
Cocktail Description
This isn't your corner bar's neon-colored frozen daiquiri—it's a sophisticated riff that trades the classic's simplicity for layers of tropical stone fruit and Caribbean sunshine.
The Apricot Daiquiri Blanc brings together crisp white rum with the honeyed sweetness of apricot liqueur, balanced by bright lime juice and the gentle tropical whisper of fresh pineapple. The combination creates a drink that's tart and fruity without veering into cloying territory, with the sugar cane syrup rounding out the edges while letting each ingredient shine. It's a surprisingly elegant sipper that works beautifully as a pre-dinner drink on warm evenings or as a refined alternative to heavier tiki classics at summer gatherings. The technique is straightforward—shake everything hard with ice and fine strain into a chilled martini glass—making it accessible for home bartenders who can source the quality ingredients, particularly the Giffard apricot liqueur, which delivers authentic fruit character. That Luxardo cherry garnish isn't just for show; its slight almond note plays nicely with the apricot's kernel-like undertones. Pair this with lighter fare like grilled shrimp, fresh oysters, or citrus-dressed salads that won't compete with the drink's delicate fruit profile.
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