A Top Shelf Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri elevates the classic cocktail with premium rum, real fruit, and a perfectly balanced sweet-tart profile. This version is smooth, vibrant, and bar-quality—ideal for upscale entertaining or high-value blog content.
What Makes It “Top Shelf”
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Premium white rum for a clean, refined finish
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100% real strawberries—no artificial mixers
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Fresh-squeezed lime juice for bright acidity
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Carefully balanced sweetness for a velvety frozen texture
Ingredients (1–2 Servings)
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2 cups frozen ripe strawberries
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2½ oz (75 ml) top-shelf white rum
(Flor de Caña 4, Plantation 3 Stars, Havana Club 3, or Don Q Cristal) -
1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
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½ oz (15 ml) rich simple syrup (2:1) or agave nectar
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½ cup crushed ice (optional, adjust for thickness)
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Lime wheel or strawberry, for garnish
Instructions
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Add frozen strawberries, rum, lime juice, and syrup to a high-speed blender.
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Blend on high until thick, smooth, and slushy.
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Taste and fine-tune sweetness or acidity if needed.
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Pour into a chilled coupe or hurricane glass.
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Garnish and serve immediately.
Pro-Level Bartender Tips
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Use frozen strawberries only—fresh berries add excess water
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Chill glasses for at least 10 minutes for optimal texture
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For extra silkiness, add ½ oz filtered water instead of more ice
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Strain lime juice to remove pulp for a refined mouthfeel
Optional Top-Shelf Enhancements
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Grand Strawberry: Add ¼ oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
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Luxury Finish: Float ¼ oz aged rum on top before serving
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Coconut Estate Style: Replace syrup with coconut syrup or cream of coconut
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Herbal Accent: Blend with 1 basil leaf or a hint of mint
Flavor Profile
Bright strawberry • Clean rum • Crisp lime • Silky frozen texture
Balanced, elegant, and never cloying—this is how a frozen daiquiri should taste.
Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
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Calories: ~210
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Alcohol: ~15% ABV (varies by pour)
Final Note
This Top Shelf Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri delivers refined flavor, premium ingredients, and flawless texture—perfect for cocktail menus, luxury blogs, or summer hosting at its best.
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