Peach and blackberry, strawberry and basil, mango and mint — are you drooling yet? Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or someone who just loves a tropical drink, anyone wondering what to sip on during the hot summer months will find his or her answer in a daiquiri. Perfect for the heat, beach bumming and patio sipping, these cocktails can blended with summer’s fresh fruits and herbs for endless flavor possibilities. Relax, take a sip and make the most of the remaining summer nights with one of these 18 refreshing beverages in your hand.
1. Frozen Apricot: Here’s a drink you don’t see every day. Blend apricots with rum, lime juice and simple syrup, and top with a pinch of salt and a sprig of mint for a delicious, drinkable puree. (via A Cocktail Life)
2. Peach Blackberry Basil: Muddled blackberries mixed with peach puree? You can find us by the pool with a pitcher of this yummy stuff. (via The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen)
3. Frozen Blueberry Mint: Blending frozen blueberries couldn’t be easier. Just add mint and rum and you’ll be a cocktail pro in no time. (via Boulder Locavore)
4. Mango Pineapple Mint: This drink takes ten minutes to make. In just ten minutes your mind could be on its way to the tropics. (via Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch)
5. Holiday Daiquiri Punch: Okay, so this one is meant for the holidays, but we don’t see anything wrong with spreading a little holiday cheer in the midst of a heated summer. (via Betty Crocker)
6. Strawberry With Nectarine Basil Ice Cubes: These fancy nectarine basil ice cubes add FLAVA to a simple strawberry daiquiri mix. First, impress your friends super easily with this drink option, and then try these ice cubes in lemonade or iced tea. (via Running to the Kitchen)
7. Watermelon Lime: It’s just like your most classic frozen strawberry daiquiri, with a unique, fruity twist. (via Sprinkled with Jules)
8. Coffee Infused Raspberry: Coffee and raspberry? We’re not finished yet. This baby also has some chocolate hiding in there. Blend the ingredients with ice and top ’em with whipped cream for a liquid dessert. (via Recipe Fiction)
9. Roasted Strawberry Basil: Roasted in basil and lemon, then all blended together — that’s how we like our strawberries. (via The Boho Birdy)
10. White Rye: This daiquiri changes the pace a little by using white whiskey instead of white rum. Along with Cointreau, lime juice, simple syrup and an egg white, this baby will really test (and reward) your mixology skills. (via Crustcrumbs)
11. Roasted Pineapple + Strawberry: Part homemade roasted pineapple, part store-bought strawberry daiquiri mix, this little zinger makes no compromises. (via Nutmeg Nanny)
12. Classic Rum: Rum, lime juice and simple syrup are what makes up this delicious daiquiri. (via The Weary Chef)
13. Rosemary Rhubarb: If you’ve never blended rhubarb stalks into your drink before, here’s the chance you’ve been waiting for. (via Pinch + Swirl)
14. Lemongrass Strawberry: The addition of lemongrass brings originality to another classic. (via Dine and Dish)
15. Blended Hemingway Daiquiri: Believe it or not, Hemingway was among the first to fall in love with daiquiris during his time spent in Havana. But his looked like this: more rum and less pink. (via Aida Mollenkamp)
16. Coconut Orange: In this easy-to-make blend you’ll find a serving of calcium and a satisfying buzz. (via The Blond Cook)
17. Spiced Strawberry Daiquiri Pops: No kiddies allowed with these pops. They’re just for adults soaking up the warm vacation rays. (via Red Shallot Kitchen)
18. Passionfruit Guava: With inspiration taken straight from the Hawaiian Islands, these goodies mark the fruitiest end of the daiquiri scale. (via Little Ferraro Kitchen)
Did we miss any delectable daiquiris that you love to sip on in the summertime? Pour us a glass in the comments below!