Cuban · drink
Daiquiri
Daiquiri reads sourness 5.3, citrus 5.0 and sweetness 4.6 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Cuban drink, about 5 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 0.0 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 5.2 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 6.8 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 0.0 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 1.0 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 1.0 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Sourness 5.3 · Citrus 5.0 · Sweetness 4.6 · Fruity 1.9 · Floral 1.0 · Richness 1.0
What's in it (4)
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 cup ice
Time & effort: about 5 min · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 56.9 kcal, 0 g protein, 0 g fat, 5.2 g carbs
Dietary: Vegan — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Combine rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well-chilled and slightly frothy.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass and serve immediately, or blend with ice for a frozen daiquiri.
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- Faloodeh (Rose and Lime Sorbet with Noodles) — Persian
- Sweet Tea — Southern
- Hibiscus Tea (Karkade) — Egyptian
- Caipirinha — Brazilian
- Agua de Jamaica — Mexican
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.