| 1 fl oz | Overproof white rum (unaged Jamaican/funky) |
| 2⁄3 fl oz | Green Chartreuse (or alternative herbal liqueur) |
| 1⁄2 fl oz | Lime juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1⁄3 fl oz | Falernum liqueur |
| 1⁄3 fl oz | Chilled water/mineral water (omit if using wet ice) |
Photographed in an UB Retro Coupe 1920 7.75oz
One serving of Nuclear Daiquiri contains 170 calories
Created in 2005 by the late great Gregor de Gruyther at LAB bar in London, England.
A great way to inflict mutually assured destruction, although there will be fallout the morning after.
14th August 2026 is The anniversary of power failures across NE America
Makes a minimum of 25 cocktails.
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Comments & Discussion
May I respectfully add that I believe it has no garnish. Gregor used to say "No garnish can sustain the power of a Nuclear Daiquiri".
Cheers !
Wow. Prepare to have your socks knocked off. It's really strong, both in alcohol and flavor. This is a sipper, not a gulper. Could you fuel a rocket with it? I wouldn't be surprised.
Very herbal/spicy, the lime and rum take a back seat here. Very complex, it reminds me of a Last Word, but more in your face. The Falernum contributes sweetness and pleasant notes of nutmeg/cloves. Very warming on a cold winter's night.
The Nuclear Daiquiri bears little resemblance to a regular Daiquiri, Hemingway or otherwise. But it's still a 4-star beverage, and a great way to use up these less-mainstream components. Believe me, it'll kick your hind end, too. Bottoms up!
Do it yourself a favour and prepare a Nuclear Daiquiri. I'm about to do it right now. With a dash of absinthe (green, of course), a great improvement I found somewhere. And you know, this little movement is much more creative than swapping gin for overproof rum...
If you are the creator of the "Wordsmith", my congratulations. In other case, raise your cocktal glass with me and let's toast for GREGOR DE GRUYTHER. A cocktail Master, no doubt! Cheers
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