Rum is the perfect partner for Strawberry and works far better than a simple Vodka or Gin Martini with Strawberry. Arguably the best cocktail ever made with Strawberries. A superb classic.
Mix
2 shots of Light Rum
0.5 shots of Lime Juice
0.25 shots of Sugar Syrup
8 Strawberries
Shake
Gently muddle the Strawberries with the Rum in the mixing tin, add the other ingredients and lots of ice, shake and fine strain.
Pour
Serve in a Martini glass and garnish with a strawberry.
Ingredient Profile
A hulled Strawberry on the rim of a Strawberry Daiquiri cocktail.
More on the Strawberry Daiquiri
Research shows that Strawberry Daiquiris may have some health benefits to the imbiber, with the combined force of fresh strawberries and alcohol proving to be effective against free radicals.
Shot by Shot Guide
mix shake and pour's shot by shot guide shows how to mix a Strawberry Daiquiri cocktail. Don't forget to check out our Top Ten Tips For Mixing Cocktails
Fill a Martini glass with ice and water to chill it while mixing the cocktail.
Add 8 Strawberries to the mixing tin.
Gently muddle the contents of the mixing tin
Measure 0.5 shots of Lime Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.25 shots of Sugar Syrup and add to the mixing tin.
Add lots of ice to the mixing tin.
Shake the drink well until condensation forms on the outside of the mixing tin.
Discard the ice and water in the glass.
Fine strain the contents of the mixing tin into the glass.
Taste the cocktail and if necessary adjust the balance with a touch of extra sugar or citrus juice.
Garnish the cocktail with a strawberry.
Buy Ingredients
Buy all the ingredients to make the Strawberry Daiquiri recipe from mix shake and pour's recommended online retailers: TheDrinkShop.com (UK, Europe and Worldwide) and mySupermarket.co.uk (UK only). For further information on key cocktail ingredients see Stocking Your Home Bar.
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