Ernest Hemingway liked his daiquiri sour. Too sweet and you just can’t drink as many, according to the author. Skip the sweet stuff and serve up this tart Orange Hemingway in true daiquiri style.
Also known as a Papa Doble, this is the perfect refresher on a hot summer day.
Do you like it tart?
Me too!
My dad introduced me to this libation several years ago after finding a recipe in the Wall Street Journal for this classic cocktail, the Hemingway.
A slight variation to the traditional Hemingway which uses grapefruit juice, his recipe uses freshly squeezed orange juice.
It’s OK to cheat. Tropicana works just fine. Make sure you use fresh limes. You can taste the difference.
Maraschino liqueur is hard to find. I’ve never found it in Ohio. So if you come across any brand of maraschino liqueur, buy it.
It won’t go to waste in your liquor cabinet.
Maraschino is a liqueur from the city of Zadar in Croatia, obtained from distilled Marasca cherries including their crushed pits which give it a bittersweet almond flavor.
Add it to any cocktail and it transforms the flavor.
Maraschino liqueur is not the same thing as syrup from a cherry jar.
Do not use that stuff!
The Hemingway, named after the author, will soon become a favorite if not already.
A traditional Hemingway calls for a blender, including adding shaved ice. You’re supposed to blend all the ingredients together – frappe style.
I just use a jar and shake it bartender style. Then I pour it over ice. That’s my preferred way.
Serve these cocktails in a Champagne glass, rocks glass or goblet.
Is a little too tart? Here’s a tip from dear ole mom. She likes a little sugar on the rim. Takes away the bite ?.
Orange Hemingway
Ingredients
- 2 ounces white rum
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1/2 ounce fresh orange juice
- 1/4 ounce maraschino liqueur
- Ice
Instructions
- Mix together all the ingredients and pour over crushed ice.
What you’ll need for this cocktail
Yum! I love a classic daiquiri that’s not loaded up with sugar. This one sounds tart, refreshing, and absolutely delicious! I’ll have to seek out some maraschino liqueur ASAP!
Maraschino can be hard to find but grab a bottle when you find it. So many great recipes can be made this this liqueur.
Oooh this sounds so refreshing. I think I’d be using your mum’s trick of putting a little sugar on the rim, goes so well with limes!
Thanks Becca…I think Mom has the right idea:)
I personally don’t drink but I am sure it would be a hit on any party as it sounds so refreshing.
Thanks Agata…it’s a tasty one for those who like a little spirit:)
Love this,. Adore the photography and styling too!
Thanks Safire…cocktail recipes are always fun to photograph.
This drink looks so refreshing!! I’ve never heard before of Maraschino… I love the combination of flavors!!
Thanks Marilyn. Maraschino can be tough to find sometimes but if you find it be sure to grab a bottle because it’s delicious and lots of cocktail recipes.
Gorgeous drink! We’re definitely going to share this on our Pinterest cocktail recipe boards. Listen, do you ever work with brands? My husband has a small spice company here in Chicago, and he makes a broad line of cocktail sugars and salts – and I’d love to see what sort of delicious creations you’d come up with (especially using the salts). If so, please send me an email and I’d love to chat!
Patricia Beets
patricia <at> dellcovespices <dot> com
Thank you so much Patricia…this cocktail is a favorite of mine. I hope you try it soon. Yes … I do work with brands. I am happy to send you my media kit if you are interested in working together. I’ll shoot you an email soon. 🙂