Strawberry Daiquiri
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
249 kcal
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Course
Drinks
Strawberry Daiquiri
Description
The Strawberry Daiquiri combines roughly sliced strawberries, rum, triple sec, sugar, and lime juice blended with ice to produce a creamy, icy beverage. Using ripe or frozen strawberries affects the texture slightly, with frozen berries providing a slushier consistency. The lime juice adds brightness, while the optional triple sec enhances the citrus notes without overpowering the natural fruit flavors. Blending until smooth ensures a consistent texture, and serving in chilled glasses keeps the drink enjoyable as it softly melts.
The cocktail serves well as a fruity refreshment during warm weather or as a light pre-dinner drink. Garnishing with a strawberry or lime wedge complements the flavor and appearance without complexity. Adjusting the sugar or citrus allows customization to taste preferences.
Using a high-powered blender is recommended to crush ice finely, preventing chunks and ensuring a smooth consistency. Frozen strawberries can replace fresh ones for a colder, thicker daiquiri. Confirm gluten-free status of alcohol if dietary restrictions apply.
Ingredients
- 550 g strawberries 4 cups, roughly sliced, can use frozen
- 200 g ice 1 cup
- 100 ml rum if following a gluten-free diet, confirm that brand is gluten-free, 4 oz, coconut rum or normal rum
- 25 ml triple sec if following a gluten-free diet, confirm that brand is gluten-free, 1 oz, or other orange liqueur, optional
- 0.5 tsp sugar
- lime juice of half a lime
Instructions
- Add the strawberries, ice, rum, triple sec, sugar and lime juice into a high-powered blender.
- Blend everything until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the Strawberry Daiquiri into 2 glasses, garnish and serve.
Notes
- Frozen strawberries can be used instead of fresh to achieve a thicker, frozen texture.
- Use a high-powered blender for the best texture when crushing ice.
- Check that the rum and triple sec are gluten-free if needed for dietary restrictions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 249kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 420mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 35IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 166.2mg | 185% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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