Sip Like Hemingway: Celebrate National Daiquiri Day with a Classic Twist

Josie Hough
Jul 19
1 min read

A Cocktail with History

The daiquiri dates back to the late 1800s in Cuba, created by an American mining engineer who mixed rum, lime, and sugar—simple, yet genius. But it was Ernest Hemingway who helped turn this cocktail into a legend. Frequenting El Floridita bar in Havana, Hemingway loved his daiquiris tart and strong, ordering them without sugar and double the rum. His version, now famously called the Hemingway Daiquiri, adds grapefruit juice and maraschino liqueur, giving it a sophisticated, slightly bitter edge.

Celebrating with a Hemingway Twist

There’s something undeniably refreshing about a well-made daiquiri. Light, citrusy, and perfectly balanced, this cocktail has earned its place among the greats. And what better day to celebrate than National Daiquiri Day?

Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hosting friends for a summer evening happy hour, or simply unwinding after a long day, a daiquiri is a glass of sunshine in cocktail form.

If you’ve only had overly sweet frozen daiquiris, today’s the perfect day to rediscover what this drink was meant to be—bright, crisp, and full of flavor.

This version is smooth, tart, and not too sweet—exactly how Hemingway liked it. Perfect for sipping slowly on a hot summer evening.