Honey Free Classic Mango Daiquiri
Frozen mango and fresh lime juice are a match made in cocktail heaven, and this blended daiquiri delivers that bright, tropical punch in every sip. Many store-bought cocktail mixes and flavored syrups sneak in honey or honey-derived sweeteners, which makes mixing your own drinks at home such a smart move. Here, the sweetness comes entirely from a quick homemade simple syrup — just water and granulated sugar stirred together on the stovetop — so you stay in complete control of every ingredient. The frozen mango does double duty, adding both bold fruit flavor and a thick, frosty texture that makes the final drink feel almost like a smoothie in the best possible way. A squeeze of fresh lime juice keeps things lively and tart, balancing the sweetness so the whole glass tastes refreshing rather than cloying. Blend it all up in under a minute, pour into chilled glasses, and you've got a cocktail that looks and tastes like something from a beachside bar.
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2 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the daiquiri
- 2 cups frozen mango chunks
- 3 oz white rum
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp simple syrup, or more to taste
- ½ cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wheels or wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature before using.
- 2
Add the frozen mango chunks, white rum, fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp of the cooled simple syrup, and ice to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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