King Cake Daiquiri co*cktail Recipe | Cake 'n Knife (2024)

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A King Cake Daiquiri is the twist on a classic recipe you need to make Mardi Gras COUNT. With a homemade king cake simple syrup, this refreshing co*cktail is light, crisp, and has just the right touch of sweetness. It’s a co*cktail that screams “laissez le bon temps rouler!”

about this king cake daiquiri

Do you hear that music off in the background…?

It’s the beginnings of FAT TUESDAY my friends!

I don’t care if you have never celebrated Mardi Gras before, or if you go balls to the wall every single year for the carnival celebrations. This co*cktail absolutely MUST be added to your libations menu for this evening.

If I could choose a classic co*cktail to sip on every spring, it would forever and always be the daiquiri. The base recipe is light and crisp. With just a hint of tang, it’ll make your taste buds say “giddy up!”

It also just so happens to be an easy co*cktail to modify and make your own. Just in time for Mardi Gras!

Everyone I know is OBSESSING over king cake right now. Heck, just being in Vegas last week, everything seemed to be king cake themed. From doughnuts to desserts, and so much more, the flavors of cinnamon tastiness are pure heaven to indulge in this time of year.

That’s why I couldn’t leave you without one more recipe to make the most of the Fat Tuesday flavors. They will quickly be a distant memory until next year, after all!

This daiquiri is so stinking easy to make. You are going to fall head-over-heels in love with the king cake simple syrup that is the main focus of this co*cktail.

The simple syrup provides the sweet element to the drink. However, it has the additional flavors of cinnamon and lemon, it elevates the co*cktail to a new level.

You won’t want to stop drinking these, but be sure to dip slowly. They are pretty easy to get tipsy off of if you aren’t careful!

ingredients

sugar. In this recipe, you will make a custom mardi gras simple syrup! Therefore you will need granulated sugar and water to start the base of the syrup.

cinnamon sticks. Whole cinnamon sticks are best to make the simple syrup. Do not use ground cinnamon as this will make the syrup grainy.

pecans. The nuttiness of the pecans gives such great flavor! Use chopped, halved, or whole.

lemon juice. Fresh lemon juice is always best!

lime juice. Again, use fresh lime juice if you can. It just tastes better.

rum. Use white rum for this co*cktail. Spiced rum is not the appropriate spirit for a daiquiri and will throw off the balance of the co*cktail.

this recipe’s must haves

I personally love using a Boston co*cktail shaker. It’s a classic shape and I use it for so many different co*cktails!

For a fancy coupe glass that is durable and elegant, these coupe glasses are my faves! They are the ones you see me use in the photos.

All you need to round out this recipe is a co*cktail strainer!

here’s how to make a king cake daiquiri

make simple syrup

Add water, sugar, cinnamon sticks, pecans, and lemon juice to a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar dissolves.

Remove from heat, cover and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain and cool to room temperature before using.

rim co*cktail glass

I love to get festive with the rim of this co*cktail! To recreate the look you see here, you will need green, yellow, and purple sanding sugars.

Rub the edge of your co*cktail glass(es) with a wedge of lime. Roll the coupe glass in the three different sugars for a mardi gras look!

make co*cktail

In a shaker, add lime juice, flavored simple syrup, rum, and water for the daiquiri. Fill with ice and shake well.

Strain into the prepared co*cktail glass and serve.

tips for success

let the simple syrup cool. Let the homemade simple syrup cool completely before using it in the co*cktail! This will help you avoid the ice melting down when it is shaken, as this will water down the drink.

use fresh citrus juices. Use fresh lemon and lime juice for the syrup and the co*cktail! Fresh just tastes better.

More tasty king cake inspired recipes: King Cake Cookies | King Cake Donut Holes | King Cake Crack Candy

what is a daiquiri?

The original daiquiri is not the frozen daiquiri you might think of. When it was first invented (we are told that was probably in Cuba in the 1800s), the classic daiquiri was made with white rum, citrus juice, and a sweetener. Simple, classic, and refreshing (like this grapefruit daiquiri or joey’s daiquiri – my play on a Hemingway daiquiri).

Frozen daiquiris, on the other hand, are mixed co*cktails that are blended with ice. This strawberry basil frozen daiquiri is a winner if you are looking for a frozen option!

what is king cake?

King cake, a blend of coffee cake and a cinnamon roll, is also known as a three kings cake. Traditionally there is a small bean or plastic baby hidden inside (whoever finds it wins a prize). The flavors you tend to find in king cake are pecan, cinnamon, and a touch of lemon (which is exactly what the simple syrup is made with!).

Need more inspiration for co*cktail hour? Check out my co*cktail recipes page!

what to serve with king cake daiquiri

When I whip out this king cake daiquiri, that usually means I am celebrating for Mardi Gras. So, I bring out the Fat Tuesday recipes to enjoy! Here are some of my favorite savory bites to enjoy:

Hatch Green Chile Gumbo

Grilled Cajun Wings

Cajun Poutine

Instant Pot Creole Chicken Sausage Soup

And for something sweet, check out these recipes:

King Cake Cookies

King Cake Donut Holes

King Cake Crack Candy

Finally, if you make this king cake daiquiri, please be sure to give this recipe a rating or leave a comment! I love to hear when you all make recipes, and I do take the time to respond to every single comment. Feel free to drop questions below too, if you have them!

Oh and be sure to tag me onInstagramif you make the recipe! I love being able to see these recipes come to life in your homes – it’s my favorite thing to look through those photos. It really means the world to me!