The daiquiri is a cocktail staple so popular that it has been dubbed the margarita’s sister, and with good reason: they’re both friendly, fruity drinks with a welcome tangy kick. But before you ask your favorite bartender to switch up your usual drink in favor of this concoction, it might be best for you to get to know it first a little better. Kat Nantes of Paire Cocktails and Pastries gives us the lowdown on this contemporary classic.

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