Blackberry Jam Daiquiri Recipe: Sweet Fruity Cocktail

Blackberry Jam Daiquiri

If you don’t have fresh blackberries on hand, a couple of tablespoons of seedless blackberry jam deliver excellent flavor and body. This blender-style frozen daiquiri combines pantry-friendly ingredients: light rum for a clean base, fresh lime juice for brightness, jam for concentrated berry flavor, and ice for a slushy texture.

This recipe is highly adaptable. Add a bit more jam for sweetness, increase lime juice for extra tang, or swap lemon-lime soda for sparkling water to cut sweetness and lighten the drink. Raspberry or strawberry jam also work well if you prefer a different berry profile.

Tip: let the ice sit at room temperature for 3–4 minutes before blending so your blender doesn’t strain and the drink blends more smoothly.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick blender cocktail — Ready in about five minutes.
• No fresh berries needed — Jam adds big berry flavor year-round.
• Frozen and refreshing — A slushy texture ideal for warm weather.
• Easily customizable — Adjust sweetness, acidity, or strength to taste.
• Scales for a crowd — Double or triple the quantities for more servings.

Recipe Shopping List

Here’s what you need to make this daiquiri. For exact amounts, see the recipe card below.

• Ice — Controls thickness: more ice = thicker slush.
• Light rum — A clean, neutral rum lets the berry flavor shine; white rum is ideal.
• Lime juice — Fresh lime juice balances the jam’s sweetness best; bottled will work in a pinch.
• Lemon-lime soda — Adds sweetness and helps the blender; substitute sparkling water to reduce sugar.
• Seedless blackberry jam — Concentrated berry flavor and body; raspberry or strawberry jam are fine substitutes.

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How To Make This Recipe

Quick overview of the process so you know what to expect. Follow the full recipe card below for exact measurements.

1. Load the blender: Add ice, rum, lime juice, lemon-lime soda (or sparkling water), and seedless jam.
2. Blend until smooth: Pulse and then blend until the mixture is thick and slushy with no large ice chunks.
3. Tweak the texture: Add more ice for a thicker drink or a splash more soda for a looser pour.
4. Adjust the flavor: More jam for sweetness, more lime for acidity, or a touch more rum to increase strength.
5. Serve immediately: Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with a lime wheel or fresh blackberry if desired.

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Recipe FAQ

What is a daiquiri?

A classic daiquiri traditionally combines rum, fresh lime juice, a bit of sugar, and ice. It’s a simple, balanced cocktail that originated in Cuba. Over time, variations have introduced fruit purees, frozen blends, and different sweeteners, but the core remains rum and citrus.

What sour mix is best for cocktails?

If you prefer a store-bought mix, choose one made with real juice and natural sweeteners. Avoid mixes with artificial colors or high-fructose corn syrup if possible. For the best flavor, make a small batch of homemade sour mix using fresh lemon and lime juices with a simple syrup.

Should you use seedless jam?

Seedless jam yields a smoother daiquiri. Seedy jam will still taste fine but can leave small seeds in the drink, which some people find less pleasant in a blended cocktail.

What kind of rum should I use?

Both white (light) and aged (amber/dark) rums work in daiquiris. White rum is clean and light, letting the fruit shine. Darker rums add molasses and caramel notes that can complement blackberry jam nicely if you prefer a richer flavor.

More Drink Recipes

Rum is one of the most versatile spirits for mixed and tropical-style cocktails. If you enjoy berry-forward frozen drinks, consider trying other recipes that use simple fruit syrups or jams.

For more berry ideas: a raspberry margarita is vibrant and tart, while homemade cherry or blueberry syrups can function like simple syrup to flavor many cocktails. A frozen mojito is another refreshing rum-based choice, especially when paired with a homemade sour mix.

Always enjoy cocktails responsibly and adjust recipes to your taste.