Parisian Daiquiri Delight

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Parisian Daiquiri Delight cocktail containing Planteray 3 Stars White Rum, Freshly squeezed lime juice, Giffard Orgeat Syrup, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Pernod Absinthe, Orange flower water in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Planteray 3 Stars White Rum or alternative
0.25 fl oz Giffard Orgeat Syrup or alternative
0.17 fl oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur or alternative
0.17 fl oz Pernod Absinthe or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
0.17 fl oz Orange flower water

Directions

Chill martini glass
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
Fill shaker with ice
Shake vigorously
Fine-strain into chilled martini glass
Garnish with Luxardo Maraschino cherry

Cocktail Description

The Parisian Daiquiri Delight transforms the classic rum sour into an elegant affair with a captivating blend of anise, almond, and cherry notes that transport you straight to a Left Bank café.

This sophisticated cocktail combines the clean, versatile character of Plantation 3 Stars white rum with the bright acidity of fresh lime juice, while Liber & Co.'s almond orgeat adds a rich nuttiness that softens the citrus edge. The addition of Luxardo Maraschino liqueur introduces a subtle cherry sweetness, while just a touch of Pernod Absinthe and orange flower water creates an aromatic complexity that lingers pleasantly after each sip. Though it requires several specialty ingredients, the Parisian Daiquiri Delight is surprisingly straightforward to make—simply shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. It shines as an impressive pre-dinner cocktail when entertaining guests or as a refined nightcap after a special meal, pairing beautifully with seafood dishes like scallops or oysters, or with desserts featuring almond and citrus flavors.