Frozen Miami Vice Recipe
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This Frozen Miami Vice recipe combines the best of two iconic rum cocktails—Strawberry Daiquiri and Piña Colada—in one frosty, tropical glass!
Whether you’re hosting a summer party or just want to feel like you’re lounging at a beach bar, this fruity frozen cocktail is easy to make and full of island flavor. If you love Summer Rum Cocktails, you have to try the Miami Vice drink!
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Frozen Miami Vice Recipe
With its layered fusion of two beloved tropical cocktails, this fruity drink is a showstopper at any gathering.
Picture yourself sipping this vibrant cocktail at a pool party or serving it as the signature drink at a tropical-themed dinner. Its eye-catching appearance and luscious taste will leave your guests begging for the recipe.
What Is A Miami Vice?
A Miami Vice cocktail combines two separate drinks—the Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri and the Frozen Piña Colada—into one colorful, beachy masterpiece. Bursting with juicy strawberries, pineapple juice, coconut cream, lime, and rum, it’s a tropical drink that delivers pure paradise in every sip.
Can’t choose between the two? With this classic cocktail mashup, you don’t have to!
Why is it called a Miami Vice cocktail?
Despite what you might think, this drink wasn’t named after the iconic 80s TV show, although it certainly evokes the same flashy, tropical vibes. The name most likely originates from Miami, Florida, where it was invented and quickly became a staple in beach bars and nightclubs worldwide.
How Do I Make a Frozen Miami Vice Cocktail?
Check out the easy cocktail recipe below—you can print or save it for later—and don’t forget to leave a star rating!
Then continue scrolling for more about this iconic tropical cocktail, plus delicious variations to try.
This cocktail recipe is intended for adults of the legal drinking age in your country of residence.
Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and drive.
Frozen Miami Vice Cocktail
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Daiquiri
- 2 oz Simple Syrup to taste
- 2½ cups fresh strawberries hulled
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 4 oz light rum
- 6-8 large ice cubes
For the Piña Colada
- 2 oz Simple Syrup to taste
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks*
- 8 oz pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup coconut cream
- 4 oz light rum
- 6-8 ice cubes
Optional Garnish
- Whole strawberries
- Pineapple wedges
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
Instructions
- To make the Strawberry Daiquiri, place the strawberries, lime juice, rum, and simple syrup into a blender and blend until smooth.
- While the blender is still running, add the ice a little at a time until thoroughly combined. Turn the blender off and remove the lid. Taste and add additional simple syrup, if desired, and blend for another 30 seconds to combine.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container, and place in the freezer while you make the Piña Colada.
- Rinse the blender thoroughly.
- To make the Piña Colada, place the frozen pineapple, pineapple juice, coconut cream, rum, and simple syrup into a blender and blend until smooth.
- While the blender is still running, add the ice a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached. Turn the blender off and remove the lid. Taste and add additional simple syrup, if desired, and blend for another 30 seconds to combine.
- Fill each hurricane glass approximately ¼ full with the Strawberry Daiquiri mixture and top it off with a layer of the Piña Colada mixture until the glass is half full. Layering Tip: After adding the first layer, slowly pour each subsequent layer over the back of a large spoon. This will help create distinct layers while the bright red from the strawberries slowly wicks into the lighter pina colada to create beautiful patterns.
- Repeat this process again and garnish with fresh strawberries and/or a wedge of fresh pineapple before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
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Ingredients Used In This Cocktail
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- Frozen Pineapple Chunks—Use fresh, frozen, or canned pineapple for this recipe. For best results, freeze chunks of fresh pineapple before blending.
- Fresh Strawberries—You can use frozen berries, but they contain more water. Start with less than the recipe calls for and adjust as needed.
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Pineapple Juice
- Coconut Cream—Not to be confused with cream of coconut, which is sweeter and syrupy. Coconut cream is thick and unsweetened, perfect for the frozen piña colada layer.
- Rum—you can use white/light rum, aged/dark rum, or spiced rum to suit your taste in this tropical cocktail.
- Simple Syrup—Store-bought is fine, or make your own:
- Combine equal parts sugar and water in a pan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Cool, then use as needed in cocktails. Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to one week.
- Garnish—Add a whole strawberry or a pineapple wedge to the rim of the cocktail glass.
Cocktail Equipment
- High-Speed Blender—We love the Ninja Blender for this cocktail. It easily crushes ice to create smooth, frozen layers.
- Glasses—A hurricane glass is the classic choice for this delicious cocktail (named for its lamp-like shape), but any tall or highball glass will also work. Just make sure it’s big enough to show off the layered strawberry daiquiri mix and piña colada mix in all their tropical glory.
More Frozen Cocktails To Make
Craving more cool and fruity drinks like the Frozen Miami Vice? Chill out with these refreshing frozen cocktails and mocktails—perfect for hot summer days!
- Frozen Strawberry Margaritas—Bursting with fresh berry flavor, these are a must-try for summer sipping.
- Frozen Watermelon Slush Mocktail (or Spike It!)—Light, juicy, and oh-so-refreshing—great for kids or grown-ups!
- Frozen Mango Margaritas—Sweet and tangy tropical flavor, with both cocktail and mocktail options.
Frozen Miami Vice Variations
Switch things up with one of these fun twists:
- Sunset Miami Vice—Add a splash of grenadine to the bottom of the glass for a “sunrise” look.
- Pineapple Miami Vice—Add pineapple rum to the piña colada for a boost of tropical flavor.
- Mango Miami Vice—Use fresh or frozen mango instead of strawberries in the daiquiri layer.
- Blue Miami Vice—Add a splash of Blue Curaçao to the piña colada mix for a striking ocean-blue hue.
- Coconut Berry—Swap white rum for coconut rum and blend strawberries with blueberries for a deeper color and richer taste.
- Peachy Vice—Replace strawberries with juicy peaches in the daiquiri for a sweeter, summery twist.
- Chocolate Vice—Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the glass before layering—surprisingly delicious!
- Vice Sunrise—Use blood orange juice instead of strawberries in the daiquiri and finish with grenadine for a layered sunrise effect.
- Raspberry Passion Vice—Swap strawberries for a raspberry and passion fruit blend for an exotic, tangy vibe.
- Tropical Breeze—Replace the strawberries with a kiwi-pineapple blend and add fresh mint for an extra refreshing twist.
Virgin Miami Vice Mocktail
Make it kid-friendly or perfect for non-drinkers:
- Piña Colada Mocktail—Replace rum with 1 oz coconut cream and 3 oz pineapple juice.
- Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktail—Use ¼ cup water instead of rum and sweeten to taste.
Non-Alcoholic Spirit Options:
- Use Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit and Lyre’s White Cane Spirit for an adult mocktail vibe.
- Brands like Strykk and Ritual also offer alcohol-free rum alternatives.
Big Batch Miami Vice Recipe
Throwing a party? Just multiply the recipe card amounts to match your guest list.
- The recipe yields 4 drinks; multiply as needed.
- Prepare the batches of piña coladas and strawberry daiquiris in advance.
- Freeze until ready to serve. Remove 10 minutes before pouring to achieve the perfect slushy texture.
Set Up a Mini Cocktail Bar
Make your drink station shine with:
- Ice Bucket with scoop or tongs
- Cocktail Glasses like hurricane or highball
- Cocktail Napkins
- Cocktail Stirrers/Swizzle Sticks
- Cocktail Sticks/Picks with fruit for garnishing
- Cocktail Decorations – umbrellas, straws, etc.
Pair It with a Meal!
Turn your Miami Vice cocktail into a full summer feast! These dishes complement the tropical flavors perfectly—ideal for a dinner party or relaxed al fresco meal.
- Appetizer: Black Bean Salsa Cups—Easy, zesty bites that pair beautifully with fruity cocktails.
- Soup: Southwestern Chicken Soup with Black Beans—Hearty and spiced just right.
- Salad: Mexican Chopped Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing—Cool, crunchy, and satisfying.
- Main Dish: Instant Pot Pork Carnitas Bowls—Juicy, tender, and full of flavor.
- Side Dish: Fully Loaded Mexican Street Corn—A creamy, cheesy summer side classic.
- Dessert: Creamy Banana Frozen Yogurt—A light, chilled treat to end the night.
What’s the difference between a Miami Vice and a Lava Flow?
While they look similar, a Miami Vice is made by layering two cocktails—Strawberry Daiquiri and Piña Colada—keeping them mostly separate in the glass. A Lava Flow, on the other hand, swirls a strawberry or raspberry purée directly into the Piña Colada mix, creating a marbled, lava-like appearance.
Sip, Savor & Share!
This Frozen Miami Vice Cocktail is the ultimate tropical mashup—fruity, frosty, and full of beachy vibes. Whether you’re serving it at a pool party, a summer cookout, or just kicking back with your feet up, it’s guaranteed to impress!
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Hanane
July 30, 2024 @ 11:50 pm
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