Strawberry Daiquiri
The Strawberry Daiquiri is a vibrant, refreshing cocktail that perfectly captures the taste of summer in a glass. Bursting with ripe strawberry flavor, a hint of citrus, and a smooth rum base, it strikes a delightful balance between sweet and tart. Whether enjoyed frozen or shaken, it's a crowd-pleaser that's both playful and sophisticated.
Strawberry Daiquiri
The Strawberry Daiquiri is a vibrant, refreshing cocktail that perfectly captures the taste of summer in a glass. Bursting with ripe strawberry flavor, a hint of citrus, and a smooth rum base, it strikes a delightful balance between sweet and tart. Whether enjoyed frozen or shaken, it's a crowd-pleaser that's both playful and sophisticated.
- White rum60 ml (2 oz)Choose a good-quality light rum for best flavor
- Fresh strawberries4Hulled and halved; plus extra for garnish
- Lime juice30 ml (1 oz)Freshly squeezed
- Simple syrup25 ml (0.75 oz)Adjust to taste depending on sweetness of strawberries
- Ice1 cupCrushed, for frozen; cubes for shaken
- Blender (for frozen) or Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Hawthorne strainer
- Fine mesh strainer (optional)
- Paring knife
Add the rum, strawberries, lime juice, and simple syrup to a blender (for a frozen daiquiri) or a cocktail shaker (for a shaken version).
If making frozen: Add 1 cup of crushed ice to the blender. Blend until smooth and pour into a chilled cocktail glass.
If making classic (shaken): Muddle the strawberries in the shaker, then add ice and shake well. Double strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with a fresh strawberry or a lime wheel on the rim.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors!
- Bursting with fresh, natural strawberry flavor.
- Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart.
- Ideal for hot days and summer parties.
- Customizable: can be made frozen or shaken.
- A visually stunning, crowd-pleasing drink.
The Daiquiri itself hails from Cuba, invented in the late 19th century and beloved by Ernest Hemingway. The Strawberry Daiquiri, though, is a modern twist that emerged in the mid-20th century as bartenders experimented with fruit infusions. Its popularity soared during the 1980s cocktail boom, especially in frozen form at beach resorts and summer parties. Today, it remains a staple for anyone seeking a fruity, refreshing escape.
A fresh strawberry or lime wheel on the rim highlights the drink’s color and adds a touch of aroma and visual appeal.
Approx. 180 kcal per serving; 0.5g fat, 25g carbs, 1g protein, 15g sugar. Alcohol content varies by rum.