El Floridita is a legendary historic bar in Old Havana, known as the birthplace of the daiquiri cocktail. Opened in 1817, it became the favorite haunt of writer Ernest Hemingway, who visited daily during his years in Cuba. The bar features a life-size bronze statue of Hemingway at his usual spot at the end of the bar counter. The venue is distinguished by its luxurious red decor and live music featuring Cuban son bands. The frozen daiquiri here is prepared according to the original recipe that Hemingway loved. Visiting this bar is an essential cultural experience for understanding Havana's social history and its connection to American literary figures.