Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe
The daiquiri is a classic cocktail that originated in Cuba in the early 20th century. Named after a beach near Santiago, Cuba, the drink was first crafted by American mining engineer Jennings Cox.
Equipment
- Blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Glasses for serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 cup white rum
- 1/2 cup triple sec (optional)
- 2 cups ice
- Fresh strawberries and lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries:Hull and slice 2 cups of fresh strawberries.Place the strawberries in the blender.strawberries.
- Add Sugar and lime juice.Add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the strawberries in the blender.Pour in 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice.
- Add Alcohol:Pour 1 cup of white rum into the blender.If desired, add 1/2 cup of triple sec for an extra kick.
- Blend the Mixture:Blend the strawberries, sugar, lime juice, rum, and triple sec until smooth.
- Add Ice:Add 2 cups of ice to the blender.Blend again until the mixture is smooth and slushy.
- Taste and Adjust:Taste the daiquiri and adjust the sweetness or lime juice as needed.
- Serve:Pour the strawberry daiquiri into glasses.Garnish with fresh strawberries and lime slices.