Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) cold filtered water
  • 3 cups (400g) ice cubes
  • 1/2 cup (75g) frozen strawberries

Instructions:

  1. Hulled and halved: Prepare the 2 cups (300g) of fresh strawberries. Note: Removing the green tops ensures no bitter, grassy notes ruin the sugary berry scent.
  2. Base build: Combine fresh berries, 1/4 cup (50g) sugar, 1 tbsp (15ml) lime juice, and 1/2 cup (120ml) cold water in the blender.
  3. Initial liquefy: Pulse 5-10 times until the berries are a smooth, ruby red liquid. You should smell the sweet, jammy aroma immediately.
  4. Frozen addition: Add the 1/2 cup (75g) frozen strawberries. Note: These act as a bridge between the liquid and the hard ice.
  5. Ice load: Dump in the 3 cups (400g) of ice cubes on top of the liquid base.
  6. Slow start: Start the blender on the lowest speed to catch the ice.
  7. Variable ramp: Increase to high speed for 30 seconds until you hear the motor pitch stabilize.
  8. Vortex check: Look for a four lobed vortex forming at the top, which indicates total circulation.
  9. Scent check: The air should smell like a fresh strawberry patch with a hint of lime zest.
  10. Final pour: Divide into two glasses and serve immediately while the texture is still shimmering and stiff.