Huapala

Daiquiri/Classic Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Gin & Grenade cocktail containing Planteray 3 Stars White Rum, Beefeater London Dry Gin, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Liber & Co. Real Grenadine, Chilled water (reduce if wet ice) in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Planteray 3 Stars White Rum or alternative
1.00 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.20 fl oz Liber & Co. Real Grenadine or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
0.50 fl oz Chilled water (reduce if wet ice)

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Garnish with lemon wedge

Cocktail Description

A vibrant crimson explosion in a glass, the Huapala combines the botanical bite of London dry gin with the subtle sweetness of white rum for a cocktail that's both refreshing and dangerously smooth.

This sophisticated sipper balances the crisp juniper notes of Beefeater with Plantation 3 Stars' tropical undertones, while fresh lemon juice provides bright acidity that cuts through the natural pomegranate sweetness of real grenadine. The result is a cocktail with remarkable depth—tart and fruity up front, with a clean, herbaceous finish that keeps you coming back for more. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings when you want something more interesting than a standard gin cocktail, the Huapala works beautifully as a pre-dinner drink or alongside light appetizers like grilled shrimp or goat cheese crostini. Despite its complex flavor profile, it's surprisingly straightforward to prepare at home—just measure, shake vigorously with ice, and strain into a chilled martini glass for maximum elegance.