Perfect for the patio. That is all.

• 1.5 cups white rum

• 0.75 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 juicy limes)

• 0.25 cup simple syrup (more if you like your Daiquiri on the sweet side)

• 1 (600 g) package frozen strawberries

• 4 cups ice cubes

• Garnish: strawberries or lime wheels (optional)

Place the rum, lime juice, simple syrup, strawberries and ice cubes into a blender and pulse until completely blended with a slushy consistency. Check sweetness and add more simple syrup if needed.

Pour into rocks glasses, plastic cups or your choice of decorative glassware. Garnish and serve. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

—by Joanne Sasvari