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Top Daiquiris In Philadelphia

Philadelphia is loaded with bars and restaurants that specialize in frozen cocktails. And when it comes to one fruity drink in particular, several Philly mixologists have come up with the perfect recipes. We're talking daiquiris, and in the City of Brotherly Love there's several key places to get this fruity rum drink. Read on for five of our favorite spots to get your daiquiri drink on.

Alma de Cuba
1623 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 988-1799
www.almadecubarestaurant.com

Literary genius Ernest Hemingway was known to dabble in daiquiris, so it's no wonder that he had a drink named after him while he lived in Cuba. In Philadelphia, Alma de Cuba's take on the rum-based cocktail helps keep the bar crowded. The Cuban restaurant's Hemingway daiquiri is a refreshing blend of Don Q Crystal, Luxardo, lime juice and fresh grapefruit juice. Guest can enjoy this classic drink amid while taking in the eatery's authentic Cuban décor.

Reef Restaurant & Lounge
605 S. 3rd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 629-0102
www.phillyreef.com

This Philly hotspot is located in the heart of the South Street historical district, giving patrons a tropical escape from the city with its Caribbean-inspired vibe. The colorful drink menu includes various frozen concoctions, including Pina Coladas and an ice cream based Brandy Alexander. But it's The Reef's perfectly made daiquiris that really shine. The frozen tropical drink comes in four fruity flavors: Mango, peach, pineapple and strawberry. All are so good, it's hard to make a choice.

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The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co.
112 South 18th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 467-3277
www.thefranklinbar.com

Back in the Prohibition era, the Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company was one of the most successful alcohol rings. Today, craft bartenders whip up classic cocktails with top-of-the-line ingredients at this upscale speakeasy named after the famous prohibition ring. Stop in for a classic lime daiquiri made with Solera rum from Puerto Rico and Martinican sugar cane, and make a toast to a bygone era. Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company has received awards from Bon Appétit, GQ and Philadelphia magazine.

Copabanana
344 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 923-6180
www.copabanana.com

Copabanana is more than just a play on the 1978 Barry Manilow song. For 37 years, the original South Street staple has served up gourmet food with a Mexican flair, accompanied by a drink menu that includes mojitos, margaritas, martinis and more. At the University City location (4000 Spruce Street), Copa's popular strawberry daiquiri is a hands-down favorite. The drink is served frozen in a 16 ounce Poco glass topped with whipped cream. Banana and key lime daiquiris also spin from this West Philly college hangout's slushie machine, and all three flavors can be layered to create a combo called the Spotlight.

Related: Top Bars With Tropical Drinks in Philadelphia

The Yachtsman
1444 Frankford Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(267) 909-8740
www.yachtsmanbar.com

After a 2014 Kickstarter program to help get its doors open, this Fishtown establishment is the area's premier tiki bar. Patrons can sip on a Tree Frog daiquiri - made with fresh banana and a syrup of allspice and galangal - while enjoying the joint's Polynesian décor. This place is all about the drink, as there's no food menu. But food can be ordered elsewhere and delivered, and a fleet of food trucks are parked nearby.

Victoria Miller is a freelance entertainment writer who also covers recreation and leisure activities in the Philadelphia area. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.

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