Bacardi Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe
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This Bacardi Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe is my favorite way to turn an ordinary afternoon into something way more fun. Frozen strawberries and smooth white rum blend into a thick, frosty drink that feels straight from a beachside bar. Sweet and refreshing, it’s perfect for backyard hangs, girls’ night, or just cooling off on a hot, sunny day!
Originally published April 2022 – Updated February 2026
Remember those slushies we all loved as kids? Well, this this delicious strawberry daiquiri cocktail is basically an adult slushy, and I’m here for it.
This is one frozen drink that I’ve always got on my summer drink roster. It’s easy and delicious with a lovely vibrant red color, and there’s not a can of premade daquiri mix in sight!
I use frozen strawberries and simple syrup give it a fresh strawberry flavor, while fresh lime juice gives the perfect hint of tart citrus. Blend it all together with ice and Bacardi Rum (or your favorite light rum), until you have the perfect smooth consistency. Sure, you could buy a frozen daiquiri mix, but why bother when this cocktail recipe is just as easy and tastes a whole lot better.
Looking for some great recipes to serve with this? Try my Strawberry Salsa, Strawberry Poke Cake or this totally droolworthy Strawberry Cheesecake Lush!
Why We Love This Recipe
- No bottled mix required -I used real strawberries and fresh lime juice to give it a bold, natural flavor without anything artificial.
- Perfect for summer hosting – It’s a frozen drink that quick and easy to make, looks gorgeous in a glass, and always feels a little festive.
- Pool party ready – It’s icy, refreshing, and easy to blend in big batches for a relaxed afternoon in the sun.
Ingredients
- Frozen strawberries
- Simple syrup
- Lime juice
- White rum (we used Bacardi rum)
- Ice
- Fresh fruit (strawberries and limes) for garnish
How to Make A Bacardi Strawberry Daiquiri
Step 1: Combine the frozen strawberries and lime juice in a blender.
Step 2: Next, add the simple syrup.
Step 3: Finally, add the white rum.
Step 4: Blend the mixture until the ingredients are well combined. Then, add ice cubes and continue to blend until the mixture is smooth with a slushy consistency. Be sure it’s blended enough that there are no chunks of ice or strawberries remaining.
Step 5: Pour your daiquiris into two cocktail glasses and garnish with a slice of lime, fresh strawberries or a sprig of mint. Enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
- When I want to get extra fancy, I rim my glasses with red cocktail sugar. Just run a lime wedge around the edge of your glasses, then dip the rims of the glasses into the sugar, making sure the outside edge is well covered.
- I recommend using a good quality light rum, like Bacardi. It works great because it tastes good and is reasonably priced. There aren’t many ingredients in this drink, so the flavor of the rum really stands out and you don’t want to go super cheap. Dark rums also don’t work as well, since the flavor isn’t as sweet as subtle as light rum.
- Out of rum? I’ve made this with vodka in a pinch. Technically, it’s no longer a strawberry daiquiri, but it’s still delicious and refreshing, and that’s what counts!
- Go with fresh lime juice rather than the bottled stuff. Fresh juice has a much better flavor and it’s well worth the extra effort of squeezing a few limes.
Your kids might get jealous if the adults get to have all the slushy fun, but don’t worry – you can easily make an alcohol-free version of this traditional daiquiri. Just omit the rum and substitute an equal amount of juice or fruit punch.
What Kind of Glasses Should I Use to Serve These?
You can use a cocktail glass, martini glass, a coupe, or even a margarita glass. Just about any frosty cold glass will work.
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Bacardi Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 2 ounces lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 4 ounces Bacardi Superior or light rum of choice
- 1 cup ice
- Fresh strawberries and lime slices for garnish
- Red sugar for garnish optional
Instructions
- Combine the frozen strawberries and lime juice in a blender.1 cup frozen strawberries, 2 ounces lime juice
- Add the simple syrup and white rum.1 ounce simple syrup, 4 ounces Bacardi Superior
- Blend the mixture until the ingredients are well combined.
- Add the ice and continue to blend until the mixture is smooth and there are no chunks of ice or strawberries remaining.
- Pour daiquiris into two cocktail glasses and garnish with fresh strawberries or a slice of lime. Enjoy!
Notes
- For more delicious daiquiri ideas, try using frozen bananas, peaches, or mango.
- For a non-alcoholic version for the kids, omit the rum and substitute fruit punch or juice instead.
- If fresh berries are out of season, you can make this recipe using Bacardi Strawberry Daiquiri mix instead.
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About Lisa O’Driscoll
Lisa O’Driscoll is a lifestyle and parenting expert, cookbook author, and the creative force behind Fun Money Mom, a popular blog she’s run since 2014. She’s the author of the children’s cookbook Roll It, Slice It, Mash It, Dice It, designed to get kids excited about cooking. With multiple TV appearances under her belt, she loves sharing her expertise on family-friendly recipes, creative DIYs, and party planning and is always on a mission to inspire and entertain!
