Bitter Daiquiri
A twist on the classic Daiquiri, the Bitter Daiquiri adds an extra dimension with the inclusion of a bitter element, providing a more complex and sophisticated flavor profile.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Hawthorne strainer or fine mesh sieve
- chilled cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum
- 3/4 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- 1/4 oz Campari or another bitter aperitivo
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Chill a cocktail glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the white rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and bitter aperitivo.
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously until well chilled.
- Discard the ice from the chilled glass or remove it from the freezer.
- Strain the cocktail mixture into the chilled glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or zest, if desired.
Notes
Adjust the sweetness or bitterness to taste by varying the amounts of simple syrup or bitter aperitivo. The Bitter Daiquiri can be tailored to your guests' preferences with ease.