Food and Beverage Holidays

July 19th - National Daiquiri Day

Hey friend,

July is really giving us all the reasons to pour something cold, fruity, and refreshing. 🍹

First up: July 19th is National Daiquiri Day, and you know I love a good cocktail moment. Whether you prefer the bright, citrusy classic, a frozen fruity version, or something with a little twist, there is a daiquiri out there with your name on it.

And since July is also National Watermelon Month, I tucked in two extra watermelon cocktails at the end, because honestly, what says summer more than rum, lime, watermelon, and lots of ice?

Let me get you started with a few favorites.

🍋 For the Daiquiri Lovers

Classic Daiquiri

A simple, beautiful blend of rum, fresh lime juice, and just the right touch of sweetness. This one is bright, crisp, and timeless. The kind of cocktail that instantly feels like sunshine in a glass.

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Hemingway Daiquiri

A tart, rum-soaked favorite inspired by Ernest Hemingway himself. This version skips the usual sugar and brings in maraschino liqueur and grapefruit juice for a drier, more grown-up flavor. I like to think of it as the daiquiri’s brooding literary cousin.

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Daiquiri Recipe Roundup

Can’t decide which daiquiri mood you are in? This roundup gathers 20 refreshing daiquiri recipes, from the classic lime version to fruity summer twists. Perfect for finding your new favorite before National Daiquiri Day.

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And if you’re in the mood for something extra summery...

• 🍓 Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri --> sweet, slushy, and very refreshing
• 💜 Lavender for Cocktails --> yes, you can daiquiri with lavender!
• ❤️ Raspberry Daiquiri --> juicy, slightly tart, and gorgeously pink

🍉 And Since July Is National Watermelon Month...

🍉 Watermelon Moscow Mule

Ginger beer meets juicy watermelon in this summery spin on a classic mule. It is spicy, sweet, and so refreshing over ice, especially if you serve it in a copper mug for that extra chill factor.

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🍉 Watermelon Gin and Tonic

Your favorite G&T just got a summer glow-up. The subtle sweetness of watermelon syrup blends beautifully with botanical gin and bubbly tonic. Simple, light, and endlessly sippable.

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