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Banana Daiquiri

This creamy banana daiquiri is a bright, breezy blender cocktail made with ripe banana, white rum, lime juice, and a little simple syrup. It is sweet, tart, and ready in about 10 minutes.

Total time
10 min
Yield
2 cocktails
Difficulty
Easy

Prep 10mCook 0mCaribbeanDrinks

A banana daiquiri is a blended twist on the classic daiquiri, which is usually made with rum, lime, and sugar. The banana adds body and mellow sweetness, so the drink feels creamy without any dairy.

Use a ripe banana with plenty of yellow color and a few brown spots. It will blend smoothly and taste sweeter, which helps balance the fresh lime juice.

This is a simple blender cocktail for warm afternoons, cookouts, or a casual dessert drink. Serve it right away while it is frosty and smooth.

01What you'll need

Ingredients

7 items · 2 cocktails

  • 1 large ripe banana, peeled and sliced, about 136 grams
  • 4 ounces white rum
  • 2 ounces fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce simple syrup, about 2 tablespoons
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 small pinch fine sea salt, about 1/16 teaspoon
  • Lime wheels or thin banana slices, for garnish, optional

02How to make it

Step-by-step

  1. 1. Chill the glasses

    Place two coupe, martini, or small cocktail glasses in the freezer while you make the drink. Cold glasses help the daiquiri stay frosty longer.

  2. 2. Slice the banana

    Peel the banana and cut it into thick slices. This makes it easier for the blender to break down. If your banana is very soft, that is fine; ripe fruit gives the smoothest flavor.

  3. 3. Add the liquids

    Pour the white rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup into the blender first. Adding liquid before the ice helps the blades move more easily.

  4. 4. Add banana, ice, and salt

    Add the sliced banana, ice cubes, and a small pinch of fine sea salt. The salt will not make the drink taste salty; it helps the banana and lime taste more vivid.

  5. 5. Blend until smooth

    Blend on high speed until the mixture is creamy and no large ice pieces remain, about 20 to 40 seconds. If the blender stalls, stop it, stir with a spoon, and blend again.

  6. 6. Check the balance

    Taste a small spoonful. If it is too tart, add another teaspoon of simple syrup. If it is too sweet, add a squeeze of lime juice and blend for a few seconds.

  7. 7. Pour and garnish

    Pour the banana daiquiri into the chilled glasses. Garnish with a lime wheel or a thin banana slice if you like. Serve right away, before the ice melts.

03From our kitchen

Cook's tips

  • For a thicker drink, freeze the sliced banana for at least 2 hours before blending. You may need to add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or extra lime juice if your blender needs help moving.
  • To make simple syrup, stir equal parts granulated sugar and hot water until the sugar dissolves. Cool before using. Store extra syrup in a covered jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Make-ahead tip: Measure the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup into a jar and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Add the banana and ice only when you are ready to blend.
  • Storage is limited because this is a frozen cocktail. If you have leftovers, freeze them in a covered container for up to 1 day, then reblend until slushy. The texture will be a little icier.
  • For a less sweet daiquiri, start with 1/2 ounce simple syrup and add more to taste. Very ripe bananas can be sweet enough to need less syrup.
  • No white rum? Light aged rum works too, though it will add a warmer, slightly caramel-like flavor. Avoid strongly spiced rum unless you want that flavor to lead.

Cook's note

Fresh lime juice makes a noticeable difference here. Bottled lime juice can taste flat or sharp, and this drink has only a few ingredients, so each one stands out.

04Frequently asked

Questions & answers

Can I make a banana daiquiri without a blender?

Not really in the same style. A banana needs to be blended to become smooth. You can mash the banana very well and shake it with the other ingredients, but the drink will be thicker and less silky.

Should the banana be fresh or frozen?

Either works. Fresh banana gives a smooth, easy-to-blend drink. Frozen banana makes the daiquiri thicker and creamier, closer to a frozen dessert cocktail.

Can I make this drink nonalcoholic?

Yes. Replace the rum with cold coconut water, pineapple juice, or a nonalcoholic white rum alternative. Start with the same 4-ounce amount, then adjust lime and syrup to taste.

Why did my banana daiquiri turn brown?

Banana darkens when it sits, especially after blending. Lime juice slows this down, but the drink is still best served right away. If making components ahead, keep the banana whole or frozen until blending.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, if your blender is large enough. Double all ingredients and blend until smooth. Work in batches if the blender jar is more than about two-thirds full.

05Per serving

Nutrition facts

Nutrition Facts

2 cocktails

Amount per serving

Calories231

% Daily Value*

Total Fat0 g
0%
Saturated Fat0 g
0%
Cholesterol0 mg
0%
Sodium74 mg
3%
Total Carbohydrate26 g
9%
Dietary Fiber2 g
7%
Total Sugars17 g
Protein1 g
2%
Vitamin D0 mcg
0%
Calcium8 mg
1%
Iron0.2 mg
1%
Potassium279 mg
6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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