1890s Daiquiri

As we saw with our Proto-Daiquiri recipe, the trifecta of rum, lime, and sugar is a classic Caribbean combinatioN that long predates the Daiquiri. This version reflects new styles of rum that emerged in the late nineteenth century. To this classic-as-they-come spec, I’ve made a couple of subtle tweaks: the oils from a piece of lime peel add texture, while a pinch of salt provides a counterpoint to the sweet-tart profile of the drink.

INGREDIENTS

2 oz. white rum
¾ oz. lime juice
¾ oz. simple syrup
1 piece lime peel, for shaking
A pinch of salt

---

ABV LEVEL

Combine all, including salt and lime peel, in a shaker. Fill shaker two-thirds full with ice. Seal and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Double strain into a coupe. (Or, if it’s a really hot day, just strain normally so you get an insulating layer of iciness on top.)