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Red tray topped with a Strawberry Rum Rita, bowl of strawberries and limes and cocktail picks with a pitcher of extra margaritas and a red checked cloth to the side.

Delicious Strawberry Rum Rita (Rum Margarita)

I can't think of a better way to usher in summer than with this strawberry rum rita recipe! Frosty, sweet, and perfectly pink, this cocktail is a classic for a reason. It's perfect for poolside sipping or for your next Cinco de Mayo bash.
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American, Caribbean, Mexican
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 4
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Equipment

  • paring knife
  • blender
  • dry measuring cup
  • liquid measuring cup

Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries
  • ½ cup white rum
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • ¼ cup triple sec or other orange liqueur
  • Ice cubes
  • Simple syrup to taste (optional)
  • Fresh strawberries and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  • Remove the stems from the strawberries and cut the strawberries in half.
  • Combine the strawberries, rum, lime juice, and triple sec in a blender. Process until smooth. Add enough ice to reach desired consistency.
  • Sweeten with simple syrup if needed. Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh strawberries and lime wedges.