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The Hotel Nacional is a Cuban rum cocktail associated with the Hotel Nacional de Cuba in Havana and with the cocktail culture of the 1930s. It is generally made by shaking rum, apricot liqueur or brandy, pineapple juice, lime juice, and sugar syrup, then straining the mixture into a chilled glass. The drink combines tropical fruit with tart citrus and stone-fruit flavors and is intended for drinkers exploring historic Cuban cocktails beyond the daiquiri and mojito.
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Hotel Nacional ranks #71 of 399 in the Cocktail ranking, behind Fourth Regiment, ahead of Earl Grey MarTEAni.
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How good is Hotel Nacional?
Hotel Nacional scores 8.10/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Cocktail category. Cuban classic with hotel pedigree, apricot-rum balance, and strong revival-era acclaim; not as universal as Daiquiri.
What are the best alternatives to Hotel Nacional?
See our alternatives page for Hotel Nacional for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Trader Vic's Mai Tai, Hemingway Daiquiri, Clarified Milk Punch.
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