STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRIS

FROZEN STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRIS

FROZEN STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRIS

🍹 Overview

The Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri is the ultimate symbol of summer — a frosty, ruby-red cocktail that blends sweet strawberries, tangy lime, and smooth white rum into a luscious, refreshing drink. Originally inspired by the classic Cuban daiquiri, this frozen version became a tropical favorite in the Caribbean and New Orleans, where icy cocktails are essential under the sun.

It’s a drink that’s vibrant, romantic, and easy to make, perfect for brunches, beach days, or evening celebrations. Every sip balances sweetness and citrus brightness, with a gentle warmth of rum underneath — a taste of paradise in every glass.

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🧂 Ingredients (Makes 2–3 Servings)

Main Ingredients:

• 2 cups frozen strawberries (unsweetened)

• ½ cup white rum (such as Bacardi, Don Q, or Havana Club)

• ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)

• 3 tablespoons simple syrup (or 2 tablespoons sugar, to taste)

• 1 cup ice cubes (optional if strawberries are very frozen)

• Optional: 1 tablespoon Triple Sec, Cointreau, or strawberry liqueur for extra depth

Garnish:

• Fresh strawberries

• Lime wheel or wedge

• Optional: Mint sprig or sugar rim for a festive touch

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🧊 Directions

Step 1 — Blend

In a powerful blender, combine:

• Frozen strawberries

• Rum

• Lime juice

• Simple syrup

• Ice (if desired)

Blend until completely smooth and thick — like a soft, icy slush. If it’s too thick, add a splash of cold water or a bit more lime juice to loosen the texture.

Taste and adjust:

• Add more syrup for sweetness.

• Add more lime for brightness.

• Add a touch more rum for warmth.

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Step 2 — Serve

Pour immediately into chilled cocktail glasses or hurricane glasses.
Garnish with a fresh strawberry and a lime slice on the rim.
Serve cold and frosty, ideally with a straw or cocktail spoon.

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🍸 Simple Syrup (Quick Recipe)

If you don’t have simple syrup, make it easily:

• Combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water in a small saucepan.

• Warm over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.

• Let cool before using.
  It keeps for 2 weeks in the refrigerator — perfect for future cocktails.

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🌴 Variations

• Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri:
  Replace the rum with ½ cup sparkling water or lemon-lime soda for a refreshing non-alcoholic version.

• Strawberry-Banana Daiquiri:
  Add ½ ripe banana before blending for a creamy, tropical twist.

• Coconut Strawberry Daiquiri:
  Replace half the rum with coconut rum or add a tablespoon of cream of coconut.

• Frozen Berry Medley:
  Use a mix of strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries for a rich berry flavor.

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💡 Tips for Perfection

• Use frozen strawberries instead of fresh and ice — this keeps the flavor rich without watering it down.

• Always use fresh lime juice, never bottled — it’s what gives the drink its clean, crisp acidity.

• To rim the glass, rub a lime wedge around the edge and dip it into sugar for a sweet sparkle.

• For extra chill, freeze your glasses before serving.

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