Citrus Sunshine Daiquiri

This delightful cocktail, the Citrus Sunshine Daiquiri, is a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors, resulting in a refreshing and complex drink. The combination of white rum, lime juice, grapefruit juice, and maraschino liqueur creates a tart and tangy base, complemented by a subtle sweetness and a hint of cherry. The cocktail is crisp and citrus-forward, with a lingering, bittersweet finish.

Citrus Sunshine Daiquiri

A refreshing and complex cocktail featuring a harmonious blend of white rum, lime juice, grapefruit juice, and maraschino liqueur, creating a crisp, citrus-forward drink with a lingering, bittersweet finish.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz white rum
  • 0.75 oz lime juice
  • 0.50 oz grapefruit juice
  • 0.50 oz maraschino liqueur
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the white rum, lime juice, grapefruit juice, maraschino liqueur, and optional simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds, until well-chilled and combined.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Optionally, garnish with a lime wheel or a cherry.