Daiquiri

In this cooling blender drink, rum meets fresh pineapple, tart lime, and fragrant mint.

At the restaurant this is called the Periodista ("journalist") because drinking it loosens the lips.

Nectarine peel adds tangy flavor that balances the sweetness of the plum wine.

The classic drink from old Cuba is said to have been concocted by expatriate American miners with time on their hands. These tart, lime-loaded daiquiris were created by recipe developer Jeanne Thiel Kelley's father, when he had time on his hands.

This is a refreshing and fast adults-only dessert for any summer meal. Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 15 min