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Fennel & Cucumber Daiquiri Serves 1 Fennel Simple Syrup (Yields 24 ounces) 2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup water 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced ½ cup roughly chopped fennel fronds 1 pinch kosher salt
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Cocktail 1 1-inch cucumber slice, plus more for garnish ½ oz fennel simple syrup (recipe below) 2 oz white rum 1 oz fresh lime juice / preparation – fennel simple syrup / In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add sugar and water, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a simmer and remove from heat. Add sliced fennel and fennel fronds to pan and allow to infuse until cool, about 15 to 20 minutes. Strain solids. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. / preparation – cocktail / In a shaker tin, add cucumber slice and simple syrup and lightly muddle to release cucumber juices. Add white rum, lime juice and ice and shake vigorously; strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a cucumber slice. Serve.
3 Wh ite Rum s to up you r dai qui ri White rum is essential for a classic Daiquiri. I particularly love these three brands for their quality and character.
Daiquiris, which allow for endless modifications, are the comeback kid of the cocktail world. Traditionally made with just three ingredients, their simplicity allows for variations of any kind: tropical, herbal or even savory. This cucumber and fennel variation uses fresh, seasonal yet unconventional flavors for a Daiquiri with vegetal character. Paired with bright fresh citrus and a quality white rum, this cocktail is perfect poolside or batched for your next dinner party. Written by Rogan Howitt, co-owner, Good Spirits & Co. in Springfield, Missouri Photography by Starboard & Port Creative
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Plantation 3 Star White Rum A multi-island blended rum with lots of character that’s great for Daiquiris and mixed drinks.
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El Dorado 3 Year Old White Rum Aged for three years, this rum is rich and viscous with flavors of cream soda and vanilla.
