Classic Daiquiri cocktail in a coupe glass on a black backgroundPublished recipe

Shaken · one serving

Daiquiri

A crisp Cuban classic balancing white rum, fresh lime, and superfine sugar.

Short answer

Daiquiri is a shaken cocktail made with white rum, lime juice, and white sugar. A crisp Cuban classic balancing white rum, fresh lime, and superfine sugar. Follow the one-serving recipe below for exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodShaken
GlassCoupe
LevelEasy
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1 serving

Daiquiri ingredients

Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

Daiquiri ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
White RumCuban-style white rum.60 ml6 cl2 oz3 parts
Lime JuiceFreshly squeezed.20 ml2 cl0.7 oz1 part
White SugarSuperfine white sugar, measured with a bar spoon.2 bar spoons

Garnish: No garnish

Method

How to make Daiquiri

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Before mixing, chill a coupe or cocktail glass in the freezer, or fill it with ice and water while you prepare the drink.

  2. 02

    Measure 60 ml white rum, 20 ml freshly squeezed lime juice, and 2 level bar spoons of superfine sugar into an empty shaker before adding ice.

  3. 03

    Stir the ingredients thoroughly until the sugar has dissolved and no visible grains remain on the bottom of the shaker.

  4. 04

    Fill the shaker about two-thirds with medium or large ice cubes, then close it tightly.

  5. 05

    Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels very cold and begins to frost.

  6. 06

    Empty any chilling ice and water from the glass. Strain the cocktail into the cold glass without serving ice and serve immediately; the IBA version has no garnish.

Tasting profile

What does Daiquiri taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and strength (4/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness4 / 5
Bitterness0 / 5
Strength4 / 5
Freshness4 / 5

Quick answers

Daiquiri questions

What is in a Daiquiri?

Kokto’s build uses white rum, lime juice, and white sugar.

How long does a Daiquiri take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Daiquiri prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Daiquiri alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

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