Strawberry daiquiri

Strawberry Daiquiri

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A vibrant frozen cocktail blending fresh strawberries, quality white rum, and fresh lime juice for the perfect balance of fruity sweetness and tangy refreshment.

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Recipe

1 cocktail (320ml)
  • Strawberry 
    60 g
  • Frozen Strawberries 
    250 g
  • White Rum 
    120 ml
  • Lime Juice 
    60 ml
  • Simple syrup (1:1) 
    45 ml
  • Strawberry 
    1 piece
  • Lime 
    1 wheel
Recipe credit: Classic Caribbean cocktail, modern frozen adaptation

Instructions

Step

Hull and halve the fresh strawberries. Chill your serving glasses in the freezer.

Step

Add frozen strawberries, fresh strawberries, white rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to a high-powered blender.

Step

Blend on low speed for 10 seconds until ingredients are mostly combined.

Step

Increase to medium-high speed and blend until smooth and slushy, about 30-45 seconds.

Step

Taste and adjust sweetness with additional simple syrup or tartness with more lime juice as needed.

Step

Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with fresh strawberry and lime wheel. Serve immediately.

Equipment

Blender
Measuring cup
Knife

Description

The Strawberry Daiquiri transforms the classic Cuban daiquiri into a luscious frozen treat that captures the essence of ripe strawberries. This modern interpretation balances the rum’s warmth with bright citrus acidity and natural fruit sweetness, creating a sophisticated alternative to artificial cocktail mixes. The key lies in using quality ingredients and achieving the perfect slushy consistency that’s refreshing without being overly sweet.

Nutritional information

1 cocktail (320ml)
Calories
185
ABV
18.8 %
Alcohol
18.2 g
Carbs
22 g
Carbs from Sugar
18 g
Fat
0.2 g
Protein
0.8 g
Sodium
2 mg
Nutritional information is approximate and includes estimated 30% dilution from ice. Values may vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.

Tips & Notes

  • Use a combination of frozen and fresh strawberries for optimal texture - the frozen berries create the slushy consistency while fresh berries add bright flavor.

  • Start with less simple syrup and add more to taste, as strawberry sweetness varies by season and variety.

  • Choose a quality white rum with a clean profile - avoid spiced or dark rums that will compete with the fruit flavors.

  • Pre-chill your glasses in the freezer to keep the drink cold longer and maintain the perfect slushy texture.

  • Add ice gradually if needed for texture, but avoid over-blending which can make the drink watery.

Yes, but you’ll need to add 240-480g of crushed ice to achieve the proper slushy texture. The drink may be slightly more watery and less intensely flavored.

Best served immediately, but you can blend the base and freeze it. Let it thaw slightly and stir before serving. Don’t store for more than 2-3 hours as the texture deteriorates.

Use a high-quality white rum like Bacardi Superior, Havana Club 3-Year, or Flor de Caña 4-Year. These provide clean rum flavor without overwhelming the strawberries.

Absolutely! Replace the rum with tonic water, lemon-lime soda, or coconut water. You may want to reduce the lime juice slightly to maintain balance.

This usually happens from over-blending or using too much ice. Use mostly frozen fruit for texture, and blend just until smooth. Also ensure your strawberries aren’t overly thawed before blending.

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Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Strawberry
    60 g
  • Frozen Strawberries
    250 g
  • White Rum
    120 ml
  • Lime Juice
    60 ml
  • Simple syrup (1:1)
    45 ml
  • Strawberry
    1 piece
  • Lime
    1 wheel

Method

  1. Hull and halve the fresh strawberries. Chill your serving glasses in the freezer.
  2. Add frozen strawberries, fresh strawberries, white rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to a high-powered blender.
  3. Blend on low speed for 10 seconds until ingredients are mostly combined.
  4. Increase to medium-high speed and blend until smooth and slushy, about 30-45 seconds.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness with additional simple syrup or tartness with more lime juice as needed.
  6. Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with fresh strawberry and lime wheel. Serve immediately.