Can I use a different type of rum in this cocktail?

Yes. Malibu rum gives the cocktail a coconut twist, but any type of tropical flavored rum, or even plain white rum works just as well.

Can I make the banana syrup in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the banana syrup ahead of time. Store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks, and it will be ready to use whenever you're ready to whip up a banana rum cocktail.

What can I use leftover banana syrup for?

Use leftover banana syrup to make any type of banana flavored drinks. Experiment making other cocktails, such as this banana margarita , or use it to make a creamy banana latte.

Banana Rum Cocktail - The Littlest Crumb

Description

This banana rum cocktail is an easy, tropical cocktail that will transport you to a sun-soaked paradise! Made with homemade banana syrup for an authentic, refreshing banana flavor.

Ingredients

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Banana Syrup:
- 1 large banana
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup water
Banana Rum Cocktail:
- 1 ½ oz Malibu rum
- 1 oz banana syrup
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz orange juice

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Instructions

Make the banana syrup: Heat the banana, sugar and water on a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
As the banana heats up, use a fork to mash the banana into smaller pieces. Continue to heat for 5 to 10 minutes until the sugar has completely dissolved. Don’t let the syrup boil.
Remove the syrup from the stove and using a fine mesh strainer, strain out the mashed banana. Let the syrup cool to room temperature.
Make the banana rum cocktail: Add the Malibu rum, banana syrup, pineapple juice and orange juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well for 20 seconds until the outside is frosted. Strain and serve into a chilled cocktail glass. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftover banana syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 to 2 weeks. Use leftovers to make a banana margarita or a banana latte.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Cocktails
Method: Shaken
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Cocktail
Calories: 247
Sugar: 33.4g
Sodium: 2mg
Fat: 0.2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37.9g
Fiber: 0.8g
Protein: 0.6g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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