Daiquiri - the American favourite that originated in Cuba

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Daiquiri - the Cuban drink that won America


 
The daiquiri is a classic cocktail that has been around for over a century. This refreshing drink is made with rum lime juice and sugar and it?s perfect for sipping on a hot summer day. The daiquiri became popular in the early 1900s when American soldiers stationed in Cuba during the Spanish-American War discovered the refreshing drink.
The daiquiri was first introduced to the United States in 1909 after Rear Admiral Lucius W. Johnson tried it and introduced it to the Army and Navy Club in Washington D.C. The daiquiri remained relatively unknown until after prohibition when it started appearing in American cocktail books. Since then, the daiquiri has become an iconic cocktail that is enjoyed by people all over the world.
 

Basil Daiquiri




Daiquiri


Why is Daiquiri, a Daiquiri?


 
The drink is named after the beach town of Daiquiri, Cuba where it was first created in the late ninetieth century ( 1898 to be precise ), American engineer Jennings Cox is credited with inventing the daiquiri while working in Cuba. Jennings created a drink using fresh lime juice from a nearby tree. He added a shot of Bacardi Carta Blanca rum (currently sold as Bacardi Superior) and a spoonful of sugar to the lime juice and it was an instant hit. Cox dubbed the new drink ?Ron Bacardi a la Daiquiri,? which has shortened to simply ?Daiquiri? over the years.
 
The daiquiri is a cocktail that consists of rum lime juice and sugar. It is typically served in a glass with ice and while the daiquiri is often thought of as a fruity drink it can be made with any flavour of rum including spiced or dark rum. The most popular variations of the daiquiri are made with strawberry or mango.
 





July 19th is the National Daiquiri Day


 
On July 19th people all over the United States enjoys the rum-based cocktail in honour of National Daiquiri Day. Raise your glass and join in the celebration! Daiquiri is a family of cocktails whose main ingredients are rum and citrus juice.
 

Strawberry Daiquiri




Daiquiri Guacamole and Margarita


Daiquiri Fan base


 
Daiquiri has been enjoyed by many famous people over the years. Ernest Hemingway was a big fan of the Daiquiri and even had his own recipe for it which included maraschino liqueur and grapefruit juice. Hemingway is said to have earned the nickname "Papa Doble" as he downed his daiquiris "by the double" and his invented Daiquiri recipe was also called ?Papa Doble?.
Other famous fans of the Daiquiri include John F. Kennedy who was known to enjoy them on occasion and Marilyn Monroe who reportedly loved them so much that she once had them delivered to her on set while she was filming a movie.
 





Second Wave of Popularity


 
The second wave of Daiquiri?s popularity came in the 1940s because during World War II whiskey was in short supply. Since vodka was more easily available the daiquiri was born. Thanks to President Roosevelt?s Good Neighbour policy (which opened up trade and travel relations with Latin America) rum was easily accessible.
 





Meadow Maine Daiquiri Deck


Daiquiri is one of the six basic cocktails


 
The daiquiri is one of the six basic drinks included in David A. Embury?s "The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks". It should be made with neither too much nor too little lime juice should be sweetened with neither too much nor too little sugar and should be shaken (never stirred) until it is as cold as possible. For variations on the daiquiri Embury recommends using rum that has been aged in oak barrels Jamaican rum either straight or diluted with water gold rum Bacardi Anejo or Demerara rum.
 





Daiquiri ? Now


 
The Daiquiri, a classic cocktail, is one of the most recognized and revered alcoholic drinks in the world. Originating in Cuba, the Daiquiri became a favorite of U.S. presidents and became an American cultural icon. Over the years, the Daiquiri evolved into different versions and styles, such as the Margarita and the Daiquiri Express, both of which are now served in bars across the country. However, in recent years, the Daiquiri has seen a decline in popularity.
 

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Floridita Bar-Restaurant - Home of the Daiquiri


The survival through twists and variations - the Daiquiri


 
Some say the Daiquiri was the first or original cocktail. Others say it was the first modern cocktail. Whatever the truth, the Daiquiri is one of the most famous and most popular cocktails of all time. It originated in Cuba, and was brought into limelight by the likes of Ernest Hemingway, in American popular culture.
The Daiquiri, also known as the Presidente, is one of the most iconic cocktails in the world. Originating in Cuba, the cocktail has been a mainstay of the island?s culture and economy for decades. Yet, in recent years, the Daiquiri has seen a resurgence, with bars and restaurants all over the United States serving the cocktail as an alternative to the classic Daiquiri cocktail. However, this revival has come at a price.
 





The JFK Daiquiri or the President`s Daiquiri - the Daiquiri finds a new life, becomes a mark of American leadership


 
"President John F. Kennedy celebrated his 1960 election win with a daiquiri made by his wife Jackie. The new First Lady took her personal recipe to the White House, where she tacked it on the kitchen wall for the staff to follow" From Jeff Berry's Potions of the Caribbean
 
President Kennedy had a strange association with Daiquiri. The Kennedy administration was plagued by scandal and conspiracy. One of the most infamous was the Daiquiri clause, which allowed the Cuban government to fine American vessels caught trading with the country. It was an unpopular policy that caused an outcry among American businesses and citizens alike, but President Kennedy refused to back down. Instead, he doubled down on the policy and used the controversy to his advantage in speeches and fundraising efforts.
 
Regarding JFK?s association with the Daiquiri, there are several anecdotal stories, one is as mentioned by Jeff Berry, it was a persona recipe brought into the white house by the first lady Jackie Kennedy.
Another one is that the cocktail known as the JFK Daiquiri was invented at the former Anglera Bar in the Fishing Village on Culebra in 1961 by bartender Ernest ?Ernie? Rodriguez, who named the drink after President John F. Kennedy. The Daiquiri is a traditional rum cocktail consisting of a mixture of lime juice, sugar, and rum. Ernie's Daiquiri became an instant sensation and is now served in bars and restaurants around the island. Ernie's Daiquiri is now served in bars and restaurants around the island.
Another point to note, the classic Daiquiri which was also known as the President Cocktail is confused with the JFK Daiquiri. the President cocktail is one of the most memorable cocktails of all time y, better known as the Daiquiri. It was the drink of choice for the early presidents, including Franklin Pierce, James Buchanan, and Abraham Lincoln. And then was a favourite of JFK too, and there were changes to the classic and this variation to the classic should rather be called the JFK Daiquiri.
Now coming to another story behind the JFK Daiquiri, The Presidential Daiquiri, was invented by Jose A. Abadie, a Cuban bartender at the city of Santiago de Cuba?s El Cobre Hotel, during the administration of John F. Kennedy. The Presidential Daiquiri is a simple cocktail made with rum, sugar, lime juice, and ice. It was first served to President Kennedy at the El Cobre Hotel on November 22, 1963. Ever since then, the Presidential Daiquiri has become the symbol of American leadership, courage, and hospitality.
 





El Presidente


Note: Presidential Daiquiri and El Presidente are different


 
Presidential Daiquiri, Presidente or The Daiquiri is not to be confused with the El Presidente cocktail.
The El Presidente is another famous cocktail, which was invented by a Cuban bartender at the El Presidente bar in Havana. The El Presidente is a complex cocktail made with rum, brandy, cognac, sugar, lime juice, and ice. It was first served to President Batista at the El Presidente bar on February 25, 1952. Since then, the El Presidente has become the symbol of Cuban leadership, courage, and hospitality.
Another reference of El Presidente cocktail says, it is a traditional cocktail made with white rum, vermouth, curacao and grenadine. It is named after the president of Cuba, who used to drink this cocktail when he was in office. The cocktail is a classic and has been a favourite of mine ever since I first tried it. It is a great drink to have when you want something simple, but don't want to order a simple cocktail.
 


Key Points About the Daiquiri Cocktail

  • The Daiquiri and Margarita are very similar drinks, the main difference being that Daiquiris use rum while Margaritas use tequila
  • The Daiquiri was invented by an American engineer named Jennings Cox in Cuba in the late 1800s when he ran out of gin at a party
  • The name Daiquiri comes from the town in Cuba where it was created
  • Writers like Ernest Hemingway and President John F. Kennedy enjoyed drinking Daiquiris
  • National Daiquiri Day is celebrated every year on July 19
  • The Daiquiri is considered one of six foundational cocktails in the book "The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks"
  • There are variations like the Hemingway Daiquiri with grapefruit juice and maraschino liqueur
  • The Daiquiri became popular in the US during WWII when whiskey was rationed but rum was more available
  • Today there are many tropical fruit flavored Daiquiris, like strawberry, banana, and mango
Here is a recap of some popular Daiquiri cocktails from different countries:

Popular Daiquiri Cocktails Around the World

  • The classic Daiquiri from Cuba features rum, lime juice, and sugar. Famous variations include the Hemingway Daiquiri with grapefruit juice and maraschino liqueur.
  • The Lithuanian Daiquiri incorporates local flavors like raspberries, lemongrass, lime, and basil.
  • In French heritage countries, the Ti Punch is considered a dry French take on the Daiquiri, made with grassy rhum agricole rum. It's often served deconstructed for custom mixing.
  • Countries worldwide have created fruit-flavored Daiquiri variations featuring local produce, like banana, mango, strawberry, lime, watermelon, coconut, raspberry, and peach.

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