Strawberry Daiquiri
This blended strawberry daiquiri is bright, icy, and simple to make with frozen strawberries, fresh lime, white rum, and a little simple syrup. It is a relaxed warm-weather cocktail with a good sweet-tart balance.
Total
10 min
Servings
2 drinks
Level
Easy
A daiquiri is a classic rum cocktail made with lime and sugar. This strawberry version takes that sharp, refreshing idea and turns it into a frozen drink with plenty of berry flavor.
Frozen strawberries make the texture thick without watering the drink down too much. Fresh lime juice matters here because it keeps the cocktail lively instead of tasting flat.
This recipe is for adults of legal drinking age. If you want a no-alcohol version, there is an easy swap in the tips and FAQ.
01What you'll need
Ingredients
7 items · 2 drinks
- 8 ounces frozen strawberries, about 1 1/2 cups
- 4 ounces white rum
- 2 ounces fresh lime juice, from about 2 limes
- 1 1/2 ounces simple syrup, plus more to taste
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Small pinch of fine salt, optional
- Fresh strawberry slices or lime wheels, for garnish
02How to make it
Step-by-step
1. Chill the glasses
Place two coupe, margarita, or small cocktail glasses in the freezer while you make the drinks. A cold glass helps the daiquiri stay slushy a little longer.
2. Measure the ingredients
Add the frozen strawberries, white rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, ice, and optional pinch of salt to a blender. The salt will not make the drink salty; it just helps the strawberry flavor taste fuller.
3. Blend until smooth
Start the blender on low, then increase to high. Blend until the mixture is thick, icy, and smooth, about 30 to 60 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides if the berries get stuck.
4. Check the texture
If the daiquiri is too thick to pour, blend in 1 tablespoon of cold water or extra lime juice. If it is too thin, add a few more frozen strawberries or a small handful of ice and blend again.
5. Taste and adjust
Taste a small spoonful. Add more simple syrup if the berries are very tart, or add a little more lime juice if the drink tastes too sweet. Blend briefly after each adjustment.
6. Pour and garnish
Pour the daiquiri into the chilled glasses. Garnish with strawberry slices or lime wheels, if you like. Serve right away while the drink is cold and slushy.
03From our kitchen
Cook's tips
- Make-ahead: You can measure the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup into a jar and refrigerate it up to 1 day ahead. Blend with the frozen strawberries and ice just before serving.
- Storage: A blended daiquiri is best right away. Leftovers can be frozen in an airtight container, then re-blended with a splash of water or lime juice. The texture will be softer because alcohol does not freeze solid.
- Fresh strawberry swap: Use 8 ounces hulled fresh strawberries and increase the ice to about 1 1/2 to 2 cups. The flavor will depend on how ripe the berries are.
- Sweetness swap: Simple syrup blends more easily than granulated sugar. To make it, stir equal parts sugar and hot water until dissolved, then cool before using.
- Rum swap: White rum keeps the flavor clean. A lightly aged rum also works, but dark rum will add molasses notes and change the taste.
- No-alcohol version: Replace the rum with cold coconut water, pineapple juice, or a zero-proof rum alternative. Start with less simple syrup if your substitute is sweet.
Cook's note
For a balanced daiquiri, taste before serving. Strawberries vary a lot in sweetness, so the final spoonful of simple syrup or squeeze of lime is often what makes the drink feel right.
04Frequently asked
Questions & answers
Can I make a strawberry daiquiri without a blender?
Yes, but it will not be frozen and slushy. Muddle fresh strawberries in a cocktail shaker, then add rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice. Shake hard, strain into a glass, and serve over crushed ice.
Should I use frozen or fresh strawberries?
Frozen strawberries are easier for a thick blended daiquiri. Fresh strawberries work too, but you will need more ice, which can make the drink a little lighter in flavor.
What kind of rum is best for a strawberry daiquiri?
Use white rum for a clean, bright drink. It lets the strawberry and lime stand out. Avoid very strong or heavily spiced rums unless you want those flavors to lead.
Why is my daiquiri watery?
It may have too much ice that melted during blending, or the strawberries may not have been frozen. Add more frozen strawberries and blend briefly. Serve in chilled glasses to slow melting.
Can I make this less sweet?
Yes. Start with 1 ounce of simple syrup instead of 1 1/2 ounces, then taste and add more only if needed. Extra lime juice can also make the drink feel sharper and less sweet.
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