Coconut Free Classic Banana Daiquiri
Tropical cocktails can be a minefield when you're avoiding coconut, since so many blended drinks lean on coconut cream or coconut rum as their go-to base. This one keeps things refreshingly simple ā ripe banana, white rum, fresh lime juice, and a touch of simple syrup are all you need to land somewhere creamy, bright, and genuinely satisfying. The banana does all the heavy lifting here, lending a natural sweetness and silky texture that makes the finished drink feel indulgent without a drop of coconut in sight. A quick blitz on high speed brings everything together into a smooth, frosty pour that looks stunning with a lime wheel perched on the rim. It's the kind of cocktail that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did, and it's easy to scale up for a crowd.
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2 servings
- 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and sliced
- 3 oz white rum
- 1 Ā½ oz fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1 Ā½ cups ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wheels, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the banana slices, white rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice in a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed until completely smooth and no ice chunks remain, about 30ā45 seconds.
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