DrinkMasters Collection
$1.65
cost
169
cal
24%
ABV
4/5
NA score
1.35
std drinks
9g
sugar
Daiquiri
Rum at its most pure and luminous
The Recipe
- White Rum60 ml
- Fresh lime juice25 ml
- Simple syrup15 ml
Glass
Coupe glass
Garnish
Lime wheel (optional)
Difficulty
Easy
Origin
Santiago de Cuba, Cuba (1898)
Flavor Profile
The Story
American mining engineer Jennings Cox is credited with inventing the Daiquiri near Santiago de Cuba in 1898. Running low on gin for his guests, he turned to the local rum and combined it with lime and sugar — unknowingly creating one of the most important cocktails in history.
Bartender Notes
"Fresh lime juice is non-negotiable. Shake hard and strain well — you want the drink silky smooth and ice-cold. Taste and adjust the sugar-acid balance before serving."
Preparation
- 1Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice.
- 2Shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds.
- 3Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4No garnish needed — let the drink speak for itself.
Notable Variations
- Hemingway Daiquiri (with maraschino and grapefruit)
- Banana Daiquiri
- Hotel Nacional Special
Cost
Cost Breakdown
Pour cost
$1.65
Bar price
$13–$16
You save
$11.35
| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| white rum | 2 oz | $1.42 |
| lime juice | 1 oz | $0.19 |
| simple syrup | 0.75 oz | $0.05 |
| Total pour cost | $1.65 | |
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Calories
169
Sugar
9g
ABV
24%
Std drinks
1.35
| Ingredient | Calories | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| white rum | 129.8 | 76.8% |
| simple syrup | 32.5 | 19.2% |
| fresh lime juice | 6.8 | 4% |
Carbs: 9.2g
Alcohol: 18.9g
Volume: 3.4 oz
Zero-Proof
Non-Alcoholic Version
Original cost
$1.81
Zero-proof cost
$3.45
| Original | Replacement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| white rum | Lyre's White Cane Spirit(Lyre's) | $3.09 |
| fresh lime juice | Kept | $0.33 |
| simple syrup | Kept | $0.03 |
Flavor notes
This recipe converts cleanly because citrus, dilution, and modifiers still do most of the work.
Pairs Well With
Common Questions
- What ingredients do I need for a Daiquiri?
- 2.028843390197305 oz White Rum, 0.8453514125822105 oz Fresh lime juice, 0.5072108475493262 oz Simple syrup.
- How much does a Daiquiri cost to make at home?
- The estimated pour cost for a Daiquiri is $1.65 using standard US retail bottle prices.
- How many calories are in a Daiquiri?
- A Daiquiri has approximately 169 calories, with 24% ABV and 9g of sugar.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic Daiquiri?
- Yes — the Daiquiri has a convertibility score of 4/5. The zero-proof version costs approximately $3.45.
- Where was the Daiquiri invented?
- The Daiquiri originated in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba around 1898.