by Orlando | Jun 9, 2021 | Daiquiris
I guess when I think back on my amateur career as a cocktail enthusiast (I’ve never gone pro), this banana rum Daiquirí recipe was my first attempt at creating something original. I had just finished my first batch of a banana rum infusion and I was all too excited to... 
by Orlando | Jun 7, 2021 | Mojitos
One of my favorite activities is making a Strawberry Mojito using strawberries from a farmer’s market. Having fresh, juicy, and plump strawberries really makes for a delightful drink. Strawberry Mojito A delightful combination of strawberry and mint. Cocktail... 
by Orlando | Jun 7, 2021 | Mojitos
With just a measure of blue curaçao you can turn the iconic Cuban drink blue! It’s that simple. The Blue Mojito offers a fun splash of flavor and color to the classic recipe. Blue Mojito With just a dash of blue curaçao you can transform the classic summer drink into... 
by Orlando | Jun 7, 2021 | Cuban Cocktails
The Havana Special is a classic Cuban cocktail that has taken many forms since its earliest iteration first appeared on the bar menu at La Habana’s famous El Floridita. The drink was likely created by Constante Ribalaigua, who is credited with creating hundreds of... 
by Orlando | Jun 6, 2021 | Cuban Cocktails
The Hotel Nacional cocktail is a classic drink recipe named after Cuba’s famous hotel of the same name. The hotel sits atop Taganana Hill in Vedado in La Habana and was known to host all sorts of guests. Everyone from famous celebrities like Mary Pickford, politicians...