July 19th marks National Daiquiri Day, and what better excuse to kick-back and enjoy this super-easy-to-make-at-home drink? It’s the perfect time in the middle of summer to sit back and enjoy some refreshing Daiquiri. To prepare this popular rum-based cocktail, all you need is sugar, lime, a little bit of white rum, and lots of ice.
This staple summer cocktail is best enjoyed with your loved ones at brunch, or as a sundowner when you’re gathered around your friends at a pool party. Just sip some Daiquiri and experience the refreshing taste of this cool beverage wherever you are! Let’s go on a beachy experience with this boozy cocktail to beat the heat. Usually, Daiquiri is a simple and sublime drink but, here are two unique ways to enjoy the cocktail even more :
Classic Daiquiri | Serves 1
Ingredients:
50 ML WHITE RUM
25 ML LIME JUICE
2 TSP EXTRA FINE SUGAR
Step I: STIR! Place sugar and freshly pressed lime juice in a cocktail shaker and stir until the sugar has dissolved
Step II: POUR! in the WHITE RUM and fill the shaker with half-cubed ice, followed by some half-crushed ice
Step III: SHAKE! Place the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled
Step IV: STRAIN! through a fine tea strainer into a chilled coupette. Garnish with a mint leaf (if you like)
Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri | Serves 1
Ingredients:
50 ML WHITE RUM
25 ML LIME JUICE
25 ML SIMPLE SYRUP
4 SLICED STRAWBERRIES
1 CUP CRUSHED ICE
Step I: COMBINE! All the ingredients together
Step II: BLEND! Add a cup of crushed ice & blend a slushy consistency forms
Step III: SERVE! In individual highball glasses
Step IV: GARNISH! With a strawberry slice
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