Cantaloupe Daiquiris
Cool down with the ultimate summer sip: Cantaloupe Daiquiris! This refreshingly light cocktail combines the natural sweetness of ripe cantaloupe with zesty fresh lime juice, smooth white rum, and a hint of simple syrup for perfectly balanced flavor in every sip. Blended with ice, it creates a lush, slushy texture that’s perfect for warm-weather entertaining or a laid-back evening on the patio. Ready in just 10 minutes, these gorgeous daiquiris are served with a garnish of lime wedges and fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and fragrance. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply treating yourself, this vibrant cantaloupe cocktail is a show-stopping way to celebrate the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cantaloupe (ripe, peeled, and deseeded)
- 4 ounces White rum
- 2 ounces Fresh lime juice
- 1.5 ounces Simple syrup
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 2 pieces Lime wedges (for garnish)
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe into small chunks and measure out 2 cups.
Place the cantaloupe chunks, white rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and ice cubes into a high-powered blender.
Blend on high speed until smooth and slushy in texture. This should take about 60-90 seconds.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding more simple syrup if needed.
Pour the blended daiquiri into glasses, filling each evenly.
Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and a couple of fresh mint leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Cantaloupe Daiquiris!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 77 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1470 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
