Strawberry Daiquiri Float (Printable)

Sweet strawberries, lime, and ice cream combined with sparkling water for a refreshing float.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Strawberry Daiquiri Base

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 fluid ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
04 - 2 fluid ounces white rum, optional

→ Float

05 - 2 scoops vanilla ice cream or dairy-free alternative
06 - 1 cup chilled sparkling water

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh mint leaves
08 - Sliced strawberries
09 - Lime wedges

# How-To:

01 - Combine strawberries, sugar, lime juice, and rum if using in blender. Blend until smooth consistency is achieved.
02 - Divide strawberry mixture evenly between two tall glasses.
03 - Place one scoop of vanilla ice cream into each glass.
04 - Slowly pour chilled sparkling water over ice cream and strawberry mixture until glasses are filled, allowing gentle foam formation.
05 - Top each glass with fresh mint leaves, a strawberry slice, and a lime wedge.
06 - Serve immediately with straw and spoon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal effort—perfect for spontaneous gatherings
  • Combines the best of both worlds: a cocktail and a dessert in one glass
  • Easily customizable for non-alcoholic versions and dietary preferences
  • Beautiful presentation that impresses guests without complicated techniques
  • Uses fresh, simple ingredients you can find year-round
02 -
  • Freeze your serving glasses beforehand for an extra-cold presentation that keeps the float chilled longer
  • Use a high-quality vanilla ice cream—the better the ice cream, the creamier and more luxurious your float will be
  • Blend the strawberry mixture until completely smooth to avoid any chunks that might clog your straw
  • Pour the sparkling water slowly to control the foam and create that signature float effect
  • Serve immediately—the ice cream will begin to melt and blend with the other ingredients, so enjoy it right away for the best texture contrast
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