Nuclear Daiquiri

A high-octane riff on the daiquiri that swaps simple syrup for two powerhouse modifiers: herbal, 110-proof Green Chartreuse and spiced, lime-laced falernum, all balanced against tart lime and funky overproof Jamaican rum. The result is short, bracing, and deceptively drinkable for its strength. Created in 2005 by London bartender Gregor de Gruyther at LAB bar, it has become a modern classic.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ozOverproof White Rum(unaged Jamaican, e.g. Wray & Nephew)
  • 0.75 ozChartreuse Green
  • 1 ozLime Juice(freshly squeezed)
  • 0.25 ozFalernum

Garnish: Lime Wedge

Preparation

Shaken · Coupe · None

  1. 1.

    add

    Combine the overproof rum, Green Chartreuse, lime juice, and falernum in a shaker.

  2. 2.

    shake

    Add ice and shake vigorously until well chilled.

  3. 3.

    strain

    Fine-strain into a chilled coupe.

  4. 4.

    garnish

    Optionally garnish with a lime wedge.

Flavor Profile

heat
35%
citrus
33%
dilution
29%
sour
25%
herbal
23%
sweet
21%