Nitrate & Nitrite Free Classic Mango Daiquiri

Total time15 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.8

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Nitrate & Nitrite Free Classic Mango Daiquiri

Frozen mango, fresh lime juice, white rum, and a quick homemade simple syrup — that's genuinely all it takes to land a blender full of something that tastes like a tropical vacation. Processed cocktail mixes and pre-made syrups are notorious for sneaking in preservatives, so making everything from scratch here is a real win for anyone keeping a close eye on additives. The simple syrup comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop, and because you control every ingredient that goes into the blender, there's nothing hidden in the glass. Frozen mango does a lot of the heavy lifting, giving the drink a thick, frosty texture without needing a ton of extra ice. A squeeze of fresh lime keeps things bright and tangy, and you can nudge the sweetness up or down one teaspoon at a time until it's exactly right for your palate. Pour it into chilled glasses with a lime wheel on the rim and it looks every bit as good as something you'd order at a beach bar.

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Ingredients

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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