From strawberry to avocado, daiquiris come in various flavors, but the most basic and original is simply referred to as a classic daiquiri.
The original daiquiri is a three-ingredient drink that is easy to make. It’s also one of the most refreshing cocktails you can make and an essential rum drink for everyone to know and taste.
The classic daiquiri ingredients are composed of high-quality rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, and simple syrup made from scratch. The sweetness and tartness of a well-made daiquiri can be tweaked to suit your preferences.
Similarly to the martini and margarita, the daiquiri recipe has evolved into a subgenre of rum-based cocktails. There are many flavors to choose from, and they’re often mixed with ice.
Origin of the Classic Daiquiri
During British Caribbean voyages in the 1780s, British sailors drank grog, a rum-and-citrus concoction, to avoid contracting scurvy.
Recently, it has been suggested that the daiquiri as we know it today originated in Cuba during the Spanish-American War in the early 1900s, when American engineer Jennings Cox was working at the Daiquiri mine. Cocktail glasses or martini glasses are the most common serving vessels for daiquiris, which were previously served over ice in frosted glasses or shaken and poured into chilled coupe glasses.
Due to the widespread use of rum among sailors, daiquiris were particularly popular in Navy bars and other establishments catering to the military community.
Must-Try Daiquiri Recipes
From classic to frozen, here are the best daiquiri recipes to try! Experiment with all of the fruity variations of this classic cocktail. Specifically, learn how to make a daiquiri from scratch and better understand what a daiquiri is made of.
1. Classic Frozen Daiquiri
If you prefer the flavor of a classic daiquiri but want the chill of crushed ice, try this frozen lime daiquiri recipe.
Ingredients
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3 oz. light rum
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12 oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
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12 oz. simple syrup
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1 pound crushed ice
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garnish with a wedge of lime
Instructions:
1. Combine all of the ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth.
3. Pour the drink into your preferred cocktail glass.
4. Garnish with a wedge of lime.
2. Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
A frozen strawberry daiquiri is a year-round favorite, especially in June when strawberries are in season.
Ingredients
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3 oz. light rum
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12 oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
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12 oz. simple syrup
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12 cup hulled and sliced fresh or frozen strawberries
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1 pound crushed ice
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Garnish with a fresh strawberry
Instructions
1. Combine the rum, lime juice, simple syrup, strawberries, and crushed ice in a blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth.
3. Serve with a fresh strawberry on top.
3. Frozen Peach Daiquiri
On a hot afternoon, nothing beats a frosty peach daiquiri.
Ingredients
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2 oz. of dark rum
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12 oz. orange curaçao
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12 oz. fresh lime juice
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12 oz. simple syrup
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12 cup fresh peaches, pitted and skinned
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1 pound crushed ice
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Garnish with strawberries and mint sprigs
Instructions
1. Combine the rum, curaçao, lime juice, simple syrup, peaches, and ice in a blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth.
3. Garnish with a strawberry and a sprig of mint.
4. Frozen Banana Daiquiri
This is one of the most straightforward banana daiquiri recipes you’ll come across. Dark rum adds a rich, caramelized flavor.
Ingredients
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2 oz. dark rum
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112 oz. fresh lime juice
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12 oz simple syrup
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1 peeled and sliced banana (reserve a couple of slices for garnish)
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1 pound crushed ice
Instructions
1. Mix the rum, syrup, banana, lime juice, and ice in a blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth.
3. Put in a glass with a banana slice.
5. Frozen Pineapple Daiquiri
The pineapple daiquiri truly captures the essence of the tropics. This chilled version will keep you cool.
Ingredients
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2 oz. light rum
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12 cup pineapple chunks
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12 oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
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12 oz simple syrup
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1 cup crushed ice
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For garnish, use a pineapple wedge and a cherry.
Instructions
1. Combine the rum, pineapple, lime juice, simple syrup, and cracked ice in a blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth.
3. Fill a cocktail glass halfway with ice and garnish with a pineapple wedge and a cherry.
6. Icy Papa Doble Daiquiri
This frozen daiquiri, also known as the Hemingway daiquiri and named after Ernest Hemingway, is typically served on the rocks. This variant is a blended frozen daiquiri that produces an icy, sweet treat.
Ingredients
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3.0 oz of dark rum
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1½ ounces grapefruit juice
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¾ ounce cherry liqueur
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1 ounce lime juice
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½ ounce simple syrup
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1 pint of crushed ice
Instructions
1. Blend all ingredients in a blender.
2. Cover and blend until completely smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into a cocktail glass
Daiquiri Recipe Variations
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The most basic daiquiri variation is the frozen lime daiquiri. It simply blends the same three ingredients with ice in a blender. Add whatever fruits you have on hand to give it a twist.
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The most popular frozen version is the strawberry daiquiri. If you don’t want to use the blender, it also makes a great shaken cocktail.
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Another timeless favorite that is a lot of fun at summer parties is the banana daiquiri. It’s also the inspiration for the delectable banana daiquiri jello shot.
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You can create some amazing drinks with a daiquiri base and a few extra ingredients. The rhubarb-rosemary daiquiri, for example, incorporates rosemary syrup and fresh rhubarb juice.
Conclusion
A simple daiquiri is a delight to sip on while relaxing in the sun on a hot summer’s day. There are various ways to enjoy daiquiri, from the classic cocktail glass with a lime wedge to the fruity slushy that you can make at home with the addition of your favorite seasonal fruits.
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The versatility of the daiquiri makes it so appealing because it can be made with various fruit varieties and rums, its sweetness can be adjusted, and it can be served frozen or simply cold. Additionally, anyone can prepare this beverage at home. Just visit any Vail liquor store and choose from their extensive selection of spirits and fruity ingredients to enjoy this classic cocktail alone or with drinking companions for a weekend of fun and relaxation.
