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Hemingway Daiquiri cocktail - rum-based served in Cocktail glass
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Hemingway Daiquiri

The Hemingway Daiquiri, also known as the Papa Doble, is a legendary cocktail crafted specifically for author Ernest Hemingway at El Floridita bar in Havana, Cuba, where the famous writer was a devoted regular.

Quick Facts

Prep Time

5 min

Difficulty

easy

Glassware

martini

Ice

Cubed

Technique

Shake

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Rum
  • 0.75 oz Fresh lime
  • 0.5 oz Grapefruit juice
  • 0.5 oz Maraschino Liqueur

Instructions

1

Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.

2

Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well chilled.

3

Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.

4

No garnish needed, or add a lime wheel.

About This Cocktail

The Hemingway Daiquiri, also known as the Papa Doble, is a legendary cocktail crafted specifically for author Ernest Hemingway at El Floridita bar in Havana, Cuba, where the famous writer was a devoted regular. This refined twist on the classic daiquiri combines white rum with tart grapefruit juice, luxurious maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime, creating a crisp, citrus-forward flavor that's notably less sweet than its traditional counterpart. Served in an elegant cocktail glass, the Hemingway Daiquiri is perfect for literary enthusiasts, rum aficionados, and anyone seeking a sophisticated, refreshingly dry cocktail with storied history.

Hemingway Daiquiri cocktail - rum-based served in Cocktail glass

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