Daiquiri

Toby Maloney from the nationally praised Violet Hour in Chicago gave his recipe for this essential rum drink on a message board. I'll let him do the honors on the description, but click through for his full recipe with rum of choice.

2 oz White Rum
3/4 oz Lime Juice
3/4 oz Simple Syrup

Combine in an ice-filled glass and shake for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass, preferably in the sun.

Toby:

Thats it. Nothing but the basics. This is THE hardest drink to make. If it isn't to your taste add a couple of DROPS of lime or simple. This is my desert island drink. It just doesn't get better than this.