Banana Daiquiri recipe
A velvety, tropical evolution of the classic sour blending rich banana and bright lime.
Method: Blend ·
Glass: Coupe glass ·
Time: 3 min ·
Difficulty: Intermediate ·
Family: The Daiquiri Family
Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum
- 3/4 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz Crème de Banane
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- 1/2 Fresh Banana (Ripe)
How to make a Banana Daiquiri
- Combine white rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, crème de banane, and half a ripe banana in a blender.
- Add one cup of crushed ice to the blender carafe.
- Blend on high speed for 10 to 15 seconds until smooth and frothy.
- Pour the contents directly into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a dehydrated banana wheel resting on the rim.
Garnish
Dehydrated banana wheel
Pro tip
Use a fully ripe banana with brown spots for maximum natural sweetness and aromatic depth without needing excess simple syrup.
History of the Banana Daiquiri
While lime and rum daiquiris trace back to late 19th-century Cuba, fruit variations gained immense popularity at Havana bar institutions during the mid-20th century, where bartenders famously incorporated fresh tropical fruits into frozen blender drinks. Modern bartenders still keep Banana Daiquiri in circulation because the recipe shows a clear point of view without needless decoration.
Flavour profile
Fruity, Tropical, Citrusy
Variations
- Spiced Banana Daiquiri — Substitute aged rum for white rum to add deeper molasses and vanilla notes.
- Smoked Banana Daiquiri — Char a banana piece before blending to introduce a subtle smoky complexity.
- Black Strap Banana Daiquiri — Use dark pungent black strap rum to contrast the sweet banana and bright lime.
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