Tahitian Honey Bee

Daiquiri/Classic Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Honeybee Daiquiri cocktail containing Planteray 3 Stars White Rum, Runny honey, Freshly squeezed lemon juice in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Planteray 3 Stars White Rum or alternative

Other Ingredients

2.00 spoon Runny honey
0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Stir honey with rum in base of shaker until honey dissolves
Add lemon juice
Add ice to shaker
Shake well
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Garnish with lemon zest twist

Cocktail Description

The Tahitian Honey Bee transforms the classic rum sour into liquid gold with its silky-smooth texture and perfectly balanced sweetness.

This elegant variation swaps the traditional simple syrup for runny honey, creating a richer mouthfeel while the Plantation 3 Stars white rum provides a clean, crisp foundation with subtle vanilla notes. The freshly squeezed lemon juice (rather than the usual lime) brings a brighter, more floral acidity that harmonizes beautifully with the honey's natural complexity. It's surprisingly approachable to make at home—the only trick is ensuring you properly dissolve the honey into the rum before shaking. Served in a chilled martini glass with a lemon zest twist, this cocktail makes for an impressive yet unfussy option for spring brunches or as an aperitif before a dinner party. The Tahitian Honey Bee pairs wonderfully with seafood dishes like grilled shrimp or scallops, and its honey notes complement spicier Asian cuisines particularly well.