Summer isn’t just outside — it’s also in this refreshing Easy Strawberry Daiquiri.
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A daiquiri is like the queen of cocktails. It’s a yummy mix of rum, zesty citrus, a splash of sweetness, plus a bunch of fresh fruit for when you’re vibing with summer. For this version, we’re going with strawberries because, honestly, strawberries just level-up everything, don’t they?
This sweet lil’ number hangs in the same crowd as other fruity beverages like the Watermelon Margarita, the Classic Painkiller and the Miami Vice. They’ve all got that summer sass. Yet, the main diva here, our Strawberry Daiquiri, isn’t shy about letting those sun-kissed strawberries shine, making it a top pick for your holiday soirees or a quiet chill session at home.
INGREDIENTS
Ready to make a daiquiri cocktail? Here’s what you’ll need. Oh, and ‘hulled’ means to remove the green stem and the surrounding white part.
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 oz. light rum
- 1 oz. fresh lime juice
- 1 oz. simple syrup
- 1 cup ice
Equipment needed
- Blender
- Lime squeezer or juicer
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Cocktail glass
- Straw – optional
INSTRUCTIONS
Prep
Wash, hull, and halve the strawberries. Squeeze fresh lime juice and make (or obtain) simple syrup.
Blend
Place strawberries, rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice in a blender. Pulse a few times to chop the strawberries and start combining the ingredients. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and the ice is fully incorporated. Taste and adjust with extra syrup or lime juice.
Serve
Pour the strawberry daiquiri into chilled glasses and garnish with a strawberry or a lime wheel, if desired.
How to Make a Healthy / Low-Calorie Strawberry Daiquiri
- Dump the simple syrup and bring in some natural sweeteners, like honey or agave nectar. Stevia is also an option — it’s a plant-based sweetener with zero calories.
- Lighter rums are both lighter in color and in calories. Opt for one if your waist line is a pressing concern. The effect it will have on the taste is negligible.
- More than just yummy flavor, strawberries are also full of fiber and vitamins, and they don’t overload you with extra calories, so you can add a few more!
- For a mocktail version, omit the rum and add a splash of sparkling water, lemon-lime soda, coconut water, or white grape juice (or a combination of them) for a fruity, refreshing non-alcoholic beverage that everyone can enjoy.
FAQs
Not quite, though you will be looking at about 200 calories a glass whenever you down a daiquiri. Blame the syrup and the rum. Wanna cut back? Try swapping out the syrup for something a little earthier like honey or agave nectar. Or take a look at the above section on how to make a low-cal version.
Pour it into a frosty glass, add a bit of glam (and taste) with a fresh strawberry or lime wheel, and you’ll have an Insta-worthy cocktail. It’s up to you whether you want to use a straw. Just remember to sip and savor that cocktail goodness.
Totally. If fresh strawberries aren’t available, frozen ones make good substitutes. They’ll make your cocktail a little more slushy, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.
This recipe calls for light rum for a smooth finish but you can play around. Different rums = different vibes. Just remember, switching up your rum game means switching up the taste of your daiquiri.
A variation where ice plays a leading role, making the drink creamier and slushier, is not a bad thing on particularly hot summer days. Just add more ice to the blender, give it a pulse or two to break up the chunks, then smooth it to the desired consistency. It’s like a dessert and cocktail in one!
Add fresh basil leaves. The aromatic basil adds a new depth of flavor, which pairs surprisingly well with the sweet-tart profile of the classic daiquiri.
how to prep and store a strawberry daiquiri
Want to make daiquiris for a party? Blend the strawberries, lime juice, and simple syrup ahead of time, then pop it in the fridge. When your guests arrive, add the rum and ice. Blend it again, and the fleet of daiquiris are at your disposal.
Leftover mixture can be safely stashed (minus the ice) in the fridge for a few days. Just don’t forget to give it a good stir before handing it out again. You could even freeze the mixture in ice cube trays; now you’ve got individual daiquiris for when the craving strikes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and halved
- 2 oz. light rum
- 1 oz. fresh lime juice
- 1 oz. simple syrup
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and halve the strawberries. Squeeze fresh lime juice and make (or obtain) simple syrup.
- Place strawberries, rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice in a blender. Pulse a few times to chop the strawberries and start combining the ingredients. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and the ice is fully incorporated. Taste and adjust with extra syrup or lime juice.
- Pour the strawberry daiquiri into chilled glasses and garnish with a strawberry or a lime wheel, if desired.
Nutrition Info:
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