Rio Daiquiri
A tropical twist on the classic Daiquiri, the Rio Daiquiri infuses the brightness of fresh lime with the exotic sweetness of banana liqueur, all balanced by the robust flavor of cachaça, a Brazilian spirit similar to rum.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Cachaça
- 1/2 oz Banana Liqueur
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- Lime wheel for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker, combine the cachaça, banana liqueur, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass.
Notes
For a less sweet version, adjust the amount of simple syrup to taste. Always use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.