The Daiquiri

Pure simple goodness. Those frozen things aren't really Daiquiris at all and shouldn't be referred to as such. Now, some may balk at the use of a non-brand rum. However I've done a taste test, and I have pretty sensitive taste buds. I cannot tell the difference between Bacardi and Rondiaz white runs. Now, if we're talking a premium aged rum, that's an entirely different story and there are significant differences in taste and quality between brands. For a basic white rum to be used in mixed drinks, save your money and use it where it actually matters.

2 oz. Rondiaz white rum
fresh squeezed juice of 1/2 lime (really, don't use that bottled stuff)
1 tsp. super fine sugar.

Fill cocktail glass with ice and set aside to chill.
Fill cocktail shaker with ice.
Add all ingredients and shake vigorously. (necessary to help dissolve sugar)
Empty ice from cocktail glass.
Strain liquid from shaker into glass and serve.
No garnish necessary.

(see hint in yesterday's post about getting the most juice from a lemon, works equally well with a lime)