Kaimuki Daiquiri

Name: Kaimuki Daiquiri
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup sugar; 2 cups white rum; 3/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 6 limes); 6 dashes celery bitters; Basil flowers (optional; for serving)

By Ed Kenny

June 10, 2013

This drink is named for the Honolulu neighborhood where Town, Chef Kenney's restaurant, is located.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

1/3 cup sugar

2 cups white rum

3/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 6 limes)

6 dashes celery bitters

Basil flowers (optional; for serving)

Preparation

Step 1
Combine sugar and 1/3 cup water in a jar. Cover; shake until sugar dissolves. Combine syrup, rum, lime juice, and bitters in a large pitcher. Add 8 cups ice; stir until ice begins to melt, about 1 minute. Serve over ice, garnished with basil flowers, if desired.
Step 2
DO AHEAD: Syrup can be made 3 months ahead; cover and chill.

TagsDaiquiri Cocktail Alcohol Beverages Hawaiian American Quick Easy Bon Appétit

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