I have never understood why people liked Bloody Mary’s. It’s not the most attractive name. And I find the drink’s flavor to be harsh. I wanted to find a tomato-flavored drink that was fresh, not over the top. And subtly beautiful, not necessarily fire engine red.
If you look at the picture above, you’ll see I succeeded. This beverage is lively and fresh to the palette. Rum, instead of vodka, supplies the alcoholic fire, with the overtones that are inherent to rum versus the “purity” of vodka. And this is an example of using Biters to a good cause. That simple dash, when combine with the tomatoes and rum and sugar, makes for a perky, complex beverage.
I did use the obligatory celery stick, but this drink goes far beyond a simple Mary.
Cherry Tomato Daiquiri
Yield: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- 3 fresh cherry tomatoes
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 dash of Angostura Biters
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 2 ounces aged rum
Preparation:
In a mixing glass, muddle the tomatoes. Add the rest of the ingredients, top with ice cubes, cover and shake thoroughly. Strain into a chilled daiquiri glass.
Source: Mr. Boston Summer Cocktails