Mulata Daiquiri

Ingredients

• 6 clcoconut syrup
• 8 cllime juice
• 2 clpassion fruit juice
• 10 clamaretto
• 2 clgrenadine syrup
• plentyice
• 2 dashesDratosvener bitters
• 1 fresh zestcitrus zest

Instructions

1. 1

   Shake with ice

   Add all the ingredients to a shaker with plenty of ice and shake vigorously.

2. 2

   Strain and finish

   Strain into a pre-chilled glass and finish with two dashes of Dratosvener bitters.

3. 3

   Garnish and serve

   Garnish with a fresh zest and serve straight away.

What is a Mulata Daiquiri?

A daiquiri is a rum-based cocktail associated with Cuba, usually built around citrus and sweetness. This version takes a different route, pairing amaretto and coconut syrup with lime, passion fruit and grenadine.

The result is a fruit-forward, sweet-and-tart drink. A hard shake with plenty of ice chills and combines the ingredients, while the bitters and fresh zest add a final aromatic touch.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 480 calories, 0g protein, 68g carbs, 0g fat.

The syrups and fruit juices provide most of the carbohydrates, while amaretto contributes much of the energy along with alcohol; the drink contains very little protein or fat. For a more balanced occasion, serve it with a savoury snack or a meal that includes a source of protein.

The ingredients that shape the drink

Amaretto: this is the largest measured ingredient, bringing the drink its almond-like character and a substantial part of its sweetness.

Coconut syrup and grenadine: both add sweetness, while the grenadine also gives the cocktail its colour.

Lime and passion fruit: lime supplies the sharper citrus note, and a smaller measure of passion fruit juice adds a tropical accent.

Shake it properly

Ice: use plenty in the shaker so the ingredients chill as they are mixed. Shake vigorously, rather than stirring, as the method specifies.

Straining: pour through the shaker strainer into a pre-chilled glass. This keeps the serving cold and leaves the shaker ice behind.

Balance sweetness and acidity

The recipe combines several sweet ingredients with a generous measure of lime juice. Taste the balance after shaking if you are familiar with the ingredients, but keep the listed quantities for the recipe as written.

The two dashes of bitters are added after straining, so they can be used to finish the drink without changing the shaking step.

Serve it very cold

Chill the glass before making the cocktail so the drink stays cool once poured. The total preparation time is about 3 minutes, so there is little need to make it ahead.

Add the fresh zest just before serving. Its aroma is most noticeable while it is freshly cut.

What to serve alongside

Serve the cocktail on its own as an aperitif or alongside small savoury bites. Salty snacks can offer a contrast to the sweet, fruity drink.

Because this is a mixed drink rather than a meal, pair it with food if you want a more substantial serving occasion.

Recipe notes & tips

• Chill the serving glass before you start mixing.
• Measure each liquid so the balance stays close to the recipe.
• Use plenty of ice and shake the mixture vigorously.
• Strain into the glass rather than pouring in the shaker ice.
• Add the bitters and fresh zest just before serving.

Variations

• More lime: increase the lime juice slightly for a sharper drink.
• Less sweet: reduce one of the syrups to soften the sweetness.
• Extra passion fruit: add a little more passion fruit juice for a stronger tropical note.
• Different bitters: use another aromatic bitters if Dratosvener bitters are unavailable.
• Citrus garnish: try a lime zest in place of the unspecified fresh zest.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Skipping the chill: a warm glass can take the edge off the cold cocktail; chill it before straining.
• A weak shake: the ingredients may not combine well; shake vigorously with plenty of ice.
• Pouring in the ice: the recipe calls for straining; leave the shaker ice behind.
• Adding garnish too early: zest loses some of its fresh aroma if left to sit; add it just before serving.
• Guessing the measures: the sweet and tart elements can fall out of balance; measure the liquids.

How to store

This cocktail is best made fresh and served immediately. Do not store it with ice, as it will become diluted; keep any prepared mixture covered and chilled, then shake with ice and serve promptly.

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