Beetroot and Vanilla Daiquiri
Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 17.8% ABV ∙
The Beetroot and Vanilla Daiquiri is a Daiquiri of light gold rum and fresh lime with beetroot juice and vanilla syrup, shaken and served up in a coupe.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Shake all ingredients with ice: Light gold rum 60 mlBeetroot juice 15 mlLime juice 15 mlVanilla syrup 10 ml
- Fine strain into the chilled glass
- Garnish with a lime wedge
Tips
- Shake hard with plenty of ice for 12-15 seconds so the beetroot juice mixes right through the rum and lime.
- Squeeze the lime fresh. At just 15 ml it has little room to work, and dull bottled juice lets the earthy beetroot and sweet vanilla take over.
History
The Beetroot and Vanilla Daiquiri is a modern twist on the Daiquiri, a Cuban rum sour.
This variation departs from that citrus-forward original by adding beetroot juice for color and earthiness alongside a vanilla syrup for sweetness, in place of the classic build's plain sugar.
FAQ
Is a Beetroot and Vanilla Daiquiri shaken or stirred?
Shaken. The lime, beetroot, and vanilla syrup need the vigorous aeration and quick chill of a shake to combine properly; stirring would leave the juice unmixed and the drink under-diluted.
What glass is a Beetroot and Vanilla Daiquiri served in?
A coupe glass, served up with a lime wedge garnish. It is shaken and fine-strained, so no ice or sediment reaches the glass.
What does a Beetroot and Vanilla Daiquiri taste like?
Tart and earthy: fresh lime up front, the earthiness of beetroot underneath, and vanilla sweetness on the finish.
What is the difference between a Beetroot and Vanilla Daiquiri and a classic Daiquiri?
A classic Daiquiri is rum, lime, and sugar. This one adds beetroot juice and swaps the plain sugar for vanilla syrup, which makes it earthier and more aromatic.
