Hemingway Special

Transport your taste buds to the breezy shores of Cuba with the Hemingway Special, a vibrant and refreshing cocktail inspired by the legendary Ernest Hemingway. This classic drink combines the zesty tang of fresh grapefruit and lime juices with the smooth depth of white rum and a touch of maraschino liqueur for a perfectly balanced sip. With just five minutes of prep time, this quick and easy recipe is a go-to for cocktail lovers seeking a sophisticated yet approachable drink. Served in a chilled glass and garnished with a lime wheel and a maraschino cherry, the Hemingway Special is perfect for summer soirées, cocktail hours, or whenever you crave a burst of citrus-forward flavor. Shake up this iconic cocktail and savor its tart, tropical charm!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 fluid ounces White rum
1.5 fluid ounces Fresh grapefruit juice
0.75 fluid ounces Fresh lime juice
0.5 fluid ounces Maraschino liqueur
1 cup Ice cubes
1 Lime wheel
1 Maraschino cherry

Directions

Step 1

In a cocktail shaker, combine white rum, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, and maraschino liqueur.

Step 2

Add one cup of ice cubes to the shaker and secure the lid tightly.

Step 3

Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to properly mix and chill all the ingredients.

Step 4

Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass to remove ice crystals.

Step 5

Garnish the drink with a lime wheel on the glass rim and a maraschino cherry dropped into the cocktail.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy this tart and vibrant cocktail inspired by Ernest Hemingway!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	387.7 grams (387.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	208

Total Fat 0.10g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.60g	5%
Dietary Fiber 0.20g	1%
Total Sugars 10.70g
Protein 0.30g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 10mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 100mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.6%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 96.3%