Juicy Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe
A Strawberry Daiquiri is a classic cocktail featuring a blend of rum, fresh strawberries, lime juice, and a hint of sweetness. Served chilled and garnished with a strawberry or lime wedge, it's a refreshing and fruity drink perfect for any occasion.
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Calories: 250kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- 1 Blender - A blender is essential for blending the ingredients together into a smooth and creamy consistency. A standard countertop blender works well for this purpose.
- 1 Knife and Cutting Board - These are used for hulling and slicing the fresh strawberries, as well as cutting the lime for juicing.
- 1 Citrus Juicer - If you prefer to use fresh lime juice, a citrus juicer can make the juicing process quicker and more efficient.
- 1 Jigger or measuring cups - These are used to accurately measure the quantities of rum, lime juice, and simple syrup for the recipe.
- 1 Glasses - You'll need glasses to serve the Strawberry Daiquiris in. Choose glasses that are suitable for serving blended cocktails, such as tall glasses or cocktail glasses.
- 1 Ice cube tray - If you're using ice cubes in your Strawberry Daiquiris, you'll need an ice cube tray to freeze the ice cubes beforehand.
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries: Around 4-5 strawberries per serving hulled and sliced.
- White rum: 2 ounces 60 ml per serving.
- Fresh lime juice: 1 ounce 30 ml per serving.
- Simple syrup: 3/4 ounce 22.5 ml per serving. Simple syrup is made by dissolving equal parts sugar and water together.
- Ice cubes: A handful of ice cubes per serving used for blending.
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Hull and slice the fresh strawberries, measure out the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup, and gather your ice cubes.
- Add the ingredients to the blender: Place the sliced strawberries, rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup into the blender.
- Add ice: Add a handful of ice cubes to the blender. The amount of ice can vary depending on your preference for the thickness of the daiquiri.
- Blend until smooth: Secure the blender lid and blend the ingredients on high speed until everything is smooth and well combined. This usually takes about 30 seconds to 1 minute, depending on the power of your blender.
- Check consistency: Once blended, check the consistency of the daiquiri. If it's too thick, you can add a splash of rum or lime juice to thin it out. If it's too thin, you can add more ice cubes and blend again.
- Serve: Pour the Strawberry Daiquiri into glasses and garnish with a strawberry or lime wedge if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Strawberry Daiquiri!
Notes
- Choose Ripe Strawberries: Select strawberries that are ripe and sweet. If fresh ones aren't available, frozen strawberries work just as well.
- Opt for Light Rum: Light or white rum is ideal for maintaining the fruity flavors without overpowering them.
- Fresh Lime Juice: Squeeze fresh lime juice for a zesty kick. Bottled juice can alter the taste.
- Adjust Sweetness: Tailor the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less simple syrup.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency. If it's too thick, add a bit more liquid.
- Get Creative: Experiment with different fruits or herbs to add your unique twist to the classic recipe.
- Prepare Ahead: Make the strawberry puree in advance and store it in the fridge until you're ready to use it.
- Serve Chilled: Serve your daiquiri immediately after blending to enjoy it at its freshest and most flavorful.
Nutrition
Serving: 8Ounces | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Monounsaturated Fat: -1g | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: -1mg