MSG Free Classic Mango Daiquiri
Bright, tropical, and completely from scratch, this frozen mango daiquiri is the kind of drink that makes any evening feel like a vacation. Frozen mango chunks give it that thick, slushy texture you want in a blended cocktail, while fresh lime juice keeps every sip tart and lively. The homemade simple syrup — just water and sugar stirred together on the stovetop — means you know exactly what's going into your glass, with zero mystery additives or flavor enhancers to worry about. That matters more than people realize with cocktail mixers, since plenty of store-bought syrups and premade mixes sneak in unwanted extras. Here, white rum and real fruit do all the heavy lifting, and you can dial the sweetness up or down by adding simple syrup a teaspoon at a time until the balance feels just right. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve it immediately for the best texture and color. It's an effortless, crowd-pleasing pour that tastes like it came 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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