Frozen Daiquiri Recipes for Chilling Out Sultry Summers

In the July/August issue, contributing editor Wayne Curtis delved into the origin story of the frozen Daiquiri and how it’s since become “the Eiffel Tower of New Orleans.” While most of the frozen cocktails served in southern Louisiana don’t follow the formula of the Daiquiri’s rum, lime, and sugar build, here are a few of our favorite frozen Daiquiri recipes that do it better, adding seasonal ingredients for the ultimate summer refreshment.

Carrot Daiquiri

An unexpected star ingredient makes this frozen Daiquiri perfect for warm-weather sipping. 

Daiquiri Menta

Made in the style of traditional Cuban cantineros, the Daiquiri Menta at New Orleans’ Manolito is a cooling mix of rum, lime, créme de menthe, and mint.

Frozen Banana Daiquiri

Yacht Club’s frozen banana Daiquiri is a simple but texturally satisfying take on the beloved tropical cocktail.

Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri

Attention, strawberry lovers: This frozen strawberry Daiquiri from Denver’s Yacht Club layers on loads of fresh berry flavor.

Palomar’s Frozen Banana Daiquiri

Portland bar Palomar serves a frozen banana Daiquiri recipe made with a carefully calibrated combination of banana liqueur and fresh bananas.