The Tumblr RVA office had an excellent night at The Roosevelt last night with our guest of honor, Marc LaFountain! We took over the bar for the unveiling of their new small plates and many a cocktail and beer, which were picturesque and ideal for Elixr.
T gave us a lesson on crafting the perfect daiquiri (not the slushy kind, the classic, no-flip-flop-wearing-or-crazy-straw-drinking kind!):
Combine in a shaker:
- 2.5 oz. light rum (or a blend, like 2 oz. light and 1/2 oz. aged)
- 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice (very fresh - The Roosevelt juices enough for each shift)
- 3/4 oz. simple syrup, diluted agave/honey (1-to-1 ratio to dissolve) or other sweetener
Fill completely with ice (too little ice will actually dilute the cocktail rather than cooling it) and shake just enough for the shaker to get frosty.
Pour through two strainers (yes, it’s so much better- no tiny ice shards in your drink that melt and dilute) and enjoy!
As always, we had a great time with one another, The Roosevelt staff, as well as Karri Peifer, Richmond.com food writer, who was on the scene for her latest article.
Thanks for a lovely happy hour that we stretched well into the evening!
