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Cocktail History
The Floral Daiquiri is a modern cocktail that was created in 2016 by Andrii Osypchuk at Gaucho in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As its name implies, the recipe uses the classic Daiquiri template that calls for light rum, citrus, and simple syrup, but this version adds a spring-inspired twist by including two floral liqueurs, lavender syrup, and blueberries.
Cocktail Ingredients
To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following ingredients:
White Rum: This is a type of rum made with molasses or sugar cane juice and a neutral spirit that is filtered and bottled right away without the aging process. I used Havana Club 3 Year Old Rum.
Lime Juice: This is the liquid juice of a lime. I used freshly squeezed lime juice.
Lavender Syrup: This is a sweetener made with lavender, sugar, citric acid, and water. I used Floral Elixir Company Lavender Elixir.
Elderflower Liqueur: This is a liqueur made with elderflowers, citrus, herbs, sugar, and alcohol. I used Edinburgh Gin Distillery Elderflower Gin Liqueur.
Crème De Violette: This is a liqueur made with violets, sugar, and alcohol. I used Rothman & Winter Crème De Violette Liqueur.
Blueberries: This is a small blue fruit. I used fresh blueberries.
Bartending Tools
To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following bar tools:
Muddler: This is used to muddle ingredients. I used the HQY Stainless Steel Cocktail Muddler.
Jigger: This is used to measure and pour ingredients. I used the Japanese jigger from the A Bar Above 14-Piece Silver Bar Set.
Boston Shaker: This is used to shake ingredients. I used the Boston shaker from the A Bar Above 14-Piece Silver Bar Set.
Hawthorne Strainer: This is used to strain out ice and solid ingredients after the cocktail is shaken. I used the A Bar Above Hawthorne Strainer.
Paring Knife: This is used to cut ingredients. I used the OXO Good Grips 3.5 Inch Paring Knife.
Juicer: This is used to juice citrus. I used the ALEEHAI Manual Fruit Juicer.
Cocktail Pick: This is used to hold the garnish. I used one from the I-MART Stainless Steel Cocktail Pick Set.
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Tasting Notes
This cocktail has the following flavor profile:
• Appearance: Light pink-ish purple hue
• Aroma: Bright blueberry and florals
• Taste: Light and easygoing rum-forward flavor accented heavily with sweet florals and lime
• Finish: More spicy rum and herbal lavender
Kendall’s Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Kendall’s Take: “I was expecting the rum to be far too overpowering compared to the floral ingredients when I first came across this cocktail, but it all works well together. I do think I would dial back the rum by maybe a ¼-½ ounce just to tone down the booziness a touch, but as is, the Floral Daiquiri is very well-balanced. The flowery liqueur and syrup still manage to shine through without feeling like you’re drinking a mouthful of florals. This is an exceptionally flavorful floral drink that is perfect for springtime sipping. Add it to your list of cocktails to try this season right now!”
Recipe
This cocktail recipe was adapted from Difford’s Guide, an online guide to cocktails, spirits, and liqueurs.
Floral Daiquiri
The Floral Daiquiri is a modern cocktail that was created in 2016 by Andrii Osypchuk at Gaucho in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As its name implies, the recipe uses the classic Daiquiri template that calls for light rum, citrus, and simple syrup, but this version adds a spring-inspired twist by including two floral liqueurs, lavender syrup, and blueberries.
Ingredients
Method
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Add crème de violette to a cocktail glass, roll it around until the inside coated, and discard the excess.
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Add three blueberries to a shaker.
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Muddle gently for 5-7 seconds.
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Add rum, lime juice, lavender syrup, elderflower liqueur, and cubed ice to shaker.
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Shake for 10-20 seconds.
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Strain into a cocktail glass.
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Garnish with remaining blueberries.
