The Getaway (AKA Cynar Daiquiri)

Pro tips

• Pre-chill the coupe glass in the freezer for at least 15 minutes before serving to maintain the cocktail's temperature and prevent dilution.
• Use fresh-squeezed lemon and lime juice—bottled juice will flatten the drink's bright, citric backbone that balances the amaro's bitterness.
• Shake vigorously with ice for 10–12 seconds to ensure proper dilution and aeration; under-shaking leaves it too strong and silky.
• Fine strain through a Hawthorne and fine mesh strainer to eliminate ice chips that cloud the coupe and mar the presentation.

Substitutions

• Cynar → Fernet-Branca (adds menthol and spice; reduces herbal bite)
• Dark rum → Rhum agricole (lighter, grassy profile; reduces depth)
• Rich syrup (2:1) → Regular syrup (1:1) (reduces body; drink becomes thinner)

Equipment

coupe glass · cocktail shaker · fine mesh strainer · hawthorne strainer · jigger

Can I substitute regular rum for dark rum in this cocktail?

Yes, but dark rum's molasses and oak notes are essential to the recipe's character. Light rum will make it taste thinner; spiced rum may overpower the amaro.

What is Cynar and where do I find it?

Cynar is an Italian artichoke-based amaro liqueur with herbal, slightly bitter flavors. Find it at specialty liquor stores or order online; no common substitutes preserve the original taste.

Why use fine straining instead of regular straining?

Fine straining removes ice shards and small chips, delivering a silky texture and clear appearance—essential for spirit-forward cocktails served up.

Can I batch this cocktail ahead for a party?

Yes: mix all ingredients (minus ice) in a bottle, chill, then shake with fresh ice and fine strain per batch. Do not pre-shake with ice, as dilution will be uneven.

What's the difference between rich and regular sugar syrup?

Rich syrup is 2:1 (sugar to water) and adds body and viscosity; regular is 1:1 and thinner. This recipe uses rich syrup for proper balance and mouthfeel.