Dirty Banana Cocktail Recipe
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
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Ingredients – What’s in it?
- 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
Adjust Servings 1 serving
Instructions – How to make it:
- 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.
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.
Nutrition
Calories: 630kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 477mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 909IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 0.4mg
