Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri

Easy Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri Jug Recipe

When the heat hits, nothing cuts through the warmth quite like an ice-cold Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri. Forget the sickly sweet mixes, this easy recipe guarantees a fresh, tangy, and naturally delicious slushy cocktail that’s perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 1/2 cups white rum
• 1/2 to 3/4 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice, from about 6 juicy limes
• 1/4 to 1/3 cup simple syrup, depending on your preferred sweetness
• 1 16-ounce package frozen strawberries
• 4 cups ice cubes
• Strawberries, lime wheels, or little umbrellas for garnish, optional

The Easy Blender Method

1. Pour Ingredients into a Blender: Combine the rum, lime juice, simple syrup, strawberries, and ice cubes.
2. Blend & Pulse: Pulse until completely blended with a smooth, slushy consistency. Scrape down the sides if necessary.
3. Taste and Adjust: Check the flavour and consistency. For more tartness, add extra lime juice. For more sweetness, add more simple syrup. To make it slushier, add more ice! (A daiquiri is not an exact science, so adjust to your perfect taste!)
4. Pour and Serve: Divide the daiquiris among chilled glasses, garnish with a fresh strawberry or lime wedge, and serve immediately.

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time To Serve

5 mins

Servings

6 to 8 servings

🍸 Expert Tips for the Best Frozen Daiquiri

What’s the Best Rum for a Daiquiri? For this recipe, always choose a white rum over a darker, aged rum or a spiced rum. White rum has a clean, light flavour profile that works with, instead of against, the fresh flavour of the strawberries, allowing the fruit to shine. A widely available and affordable brand like Mount Gay works exceptionally well in this cocktail. (That said, if dark rum is all you have, don’t let it stop your slushy plans, use what you’ve got!)

🍓 Fresh or Frozen Strawberries?

You have a choice here! Most recipes call for fresh strawberries, but I suggest using frozen berries instead. Why? Frozen strawberries help make the drink thicker, almost like a smoothie and they guarantee your cocktail stays super cold and slushy. If you really prefer fresh strawberries, feel free to use them!

🍯 Simple Syrup: The Sweet Secret to the Perfect Daiquiri

Simple syrup is a bartender’s best friend and essential for a smooth, well-balanced cocktail. It’s incredibly easy to make at home, and having it on hand means you can mix up a perfect daiquiri (or any other cocktail!) in minutes.

If you dont have simple syrup or want to minimuse spending, making your own sugar syrup is quick and easy. Follow these steps to find out how.

Simple Syrup Method

1. Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, combine equal parts white granulated sugar and water (a standard ratio is 1 cup of sugar to 1 cup of water).
2. Heat Gently: Place the saucepan over medium heat.
3. Stir Until Clear: Stir the mixture constantly until all the sugar has completely dissolved and the liquid turns clear. Do not boil the syrup, as this will change the consistency.
4. Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool completely to room temperature before using it in your daiquiri.
5. Storage Tip: Store leftover simple syrup in an airtight container (like a sealed bottle or jar) in the refrigerator. It will keep well for about one month.