An easy four-ingredient frozen strawberry daiquiri, made with high-quality ingredients. This strawberry cocktail strikes a lovely balance — not overly sweet, made with organic frozen strawberries and lightly sweetened. It’s a perfect summer cocktail to cool off with.
If you want a refreshing drink to beat the heat, try this frozen strawberry daiquiri. It combines bright strawberries, light rum, and fresh lime for a fruity, tart, and satisfying cocktail that’s simple to prepare at home.
This guide covers everything you need to make the frozen strawberry daiquiri: the ingredients, step-by-step instructions, tips for substitutions, how to freeze strawberries for later, and storage suggestions.
There’s something irresistible about a cold, fruity cocktail on a hot day, and the strawberry daiquiri is one of the best. The drink is bright and fruity thanks to strawberries and lime, while the rum adds depth and warmth. It’s a great choice whether you’re entertaining or simply treating yourself.
Making this cocktail is quick: blend the ingredients until smooth, pour into chilled glasses, garnish, and enjoy. It’s equally lovely served in tall glasses for a relaxed afternoon or in coupe glasses for a more elegant presentation.
How to Make a Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
Ingredients
Frozen Strawberries – Use frozen strawberries for a thick, slushy texture. Organic frozen berries are ideal for the best flavor.
Light Rum – A good-quality white or light rum works best for a clean, classic daiquiri flavor.
Lime Juice – Freshly squeezed lime juice adds bright acidity and balances the sweetness of the strawberries.
Granulated Sugar – Granulated sugar dissolves easily when blended. You can also use simple syrup, honey, or one of the sweetener alternatives listed below.
White Rum or Light Rum
White or light rum is typically clear and has a mild, slightly sweet flavor that works beautifully in cocktails. It is often unaged or lightly aged, which keeps the rum bright and lets the fruit flavors shine through in a frozen strawberry daiquiri.
Tips for Making a Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
- Use either fresh or frozen strawberries; frozen will give a thicker, slushier texture.
- If you don’t have white rum, golden rum or a mildly spiced rum can be used for a different flavor profile.
- Substitute lemon juice for lime in a pinch, though lime is the classic choice.
- Choose a good-quality rum for the best overall taste.
- Start with less sugar and add more to taste so the drink isn’t overly sweet.
- Add more rum if you prefer a stronger cocktail.
- You can prepare a batch and store it in the freezer for an easy make-ahead option on very hot days.
Sweetener Alternatives
If you’d like to use alternatives to granulated sugar, these work well:
Stevia – A calorie-free plant-based sweetener. Use sparingly, as it’s much sweeter than sugar.
Honey – A natural sweetener that can add a floral note. Dissolve it into a little warm water first if needed.
Agave – A plant-based syrup that blends easily into cold drinks.
Monk Fruit Sweetener – A natural, low-calorie option with a neutral flavor.
Erythritol – A sugar alcohol often used as a low-calorie sugar substitute; dissolves well when blended.
Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri
For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum and blend the strawberries, lime, and sweetener together. For a richer, rum-like flavor without alcohol, use a zero-proof rum alternative to add the caramel and spice notes without the alcohol content.
When to Serve a Strawberry Daiquiri
A frozen strawberry daiquiri is versatile and fits many occasions. Serve it at summer brunches, pool parties, beach bonfires, birthdays, garden gatherings, or any casual get-together where a bright, fruity cocktail is welcome. It’s especially well-suited to warm-weather celebrations where a chilled, fruity drink feels refreshing.
- Summer brunch
- Pool party
- Beach bonfire
- Birthday party
- Garden or tropical-themed party
How to Freeze Strawberries
If you have fresh strawberries from picking or a farmer’s market, freezing them is an excellent way to preserve their flavor for cocktails and smoothies. Rinse the berries, remove the stems, pat them dry, spread them on a tray to freeze individually, then transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag. Freeze for at least 6 hours or until solid. Flash-freezing on a tray prevents the berries from clumping together and makes them easier to measure and blend later.
More Frozen Cocktails
If you enjoy frozen cocktails, consider trying other frozen drinks that pair well with warm weather: frozen mojitos brightened with mint and lime, frozen gin and tonic variations, frozen palomas made with grapefruit and tequila, frosé (frozen rosé) featuring strawberries, or frozen mango margaritas for a tropical twist. These all offer cold, refreshing options that are easy to make at home.
More Daiquiri Recipes
- Classic three-ingredient daiquiri
- Hemingway daiquiri
- Mango daiquiri
- Banana daiquiri
This frozen strawberry daiquiri is naturally gluten-free, vegan if you choose a plant-based sweetener, and dairy-free. Use honey or agave if you prefer a naturally sweetened version.
Below is the recipe card with ingredient amounts, simple instructions, and a few notes to help you customize the drink to your taste.
Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen strawberries
- 5 ounces light rum (white or light rum)
- 3 ounces fresh lime juice
- 4 tbsp sugar, more or less to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and slushy.
- Divide between two glasses and garnish with a lime slice and a strawberry.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetener to your preference: sugar, agave, honey, stevia, or simple syrup all work.
- This cocktail can be made alcohol-free by omitting the rum or using a zero-proof rum alternative.
- You can prepare a batch and store it frozen in an airtight container for later; thaw slightly and stir before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories: 274 kcal, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 1 g, Fiber: 6 g, Sugar: 15 g, Vitamin C: 191 mg. Nutrition values are approximate and provided as a guideline.
