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Calories: 630kcal
The Dirty Banana: A Tropical Milkshake with a Kick 🌴Craving a poolside companion that's a step above the usual Piña Colada or Bushwacker? Enter the Dirty Banana—a delightful blend of aged rum, banana, coffee liqueur, and creamy half-and-half. While its origins are a bit of a mystery, this Caribbean favorite is just as delicious at home as it is at a resort swim-up bar.The key to the Dirty Banana's rich, tropical flavor lies in its quality ingredients. Aged rum adds a caramel depth, while the banana liqueur and Kahlúa bring sweetness and complexity.Crafting Your Perfect Dirty Banana
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aged Rum
- 1 oz Banana Liqueur
- 1 oz Coffee Liqueur (Kahlúa, of course!)
- 2 oz Cream (or 1 ounce heavy cream and 1 ounce whole milk)
- 1 Banana(s) (cut into chunks)
Garnish
- Banana(s) (with peel)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender with a small (6-ounce) scoop of ice.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour into a Collins glass and garnish with a banana chunk.
Notes
Pro Tips and Variations
- Rum Choices: Opt for an aged rum for a richer flavor profile. Feeling adventurous? Try a spiced rum to add an extra layer of complexity.
- Banana Wisdom: Don’t discard those browning bananas on your countertop. Their concentrated sweetness makes them ideal for this cocktail.
- Liqueur Options: While Giffard Banane du Brésil or Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane are top picks, feel free to go for a more budget-friendly option like Bols or 99 Bananas.
Estimated Nutrition:
Calories: 630kcal (32%)Carbohydrates: 53g (18%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 21g (32%)Saturated Fat: 13g (81%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 64mg (21%)Sodium: 19mg (1%)Potassium: 477mg (14%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 40g (44%)Vitamin A: 909IU (18%)Vitamin C: 11mg (13%)Calcium: 43mg (4%)Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
