High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Classic Banana Daiquiri
Blending up a creamy, tropical cocktail at home is one of those small pleasures that feels way more indulgent than the effort involved. The natural sweetness of a ripe banana does most of the heavy lifting here, meaning you're not relying on any processed syrups or mystery sweeteners to get that lush, smooth texture. A splash of fresh lime juice keeps things bright and balanced, cutting through the richness with just the right amount of citrus zing. The simple syrup in this recipe is exactly what it sounds like ā just sugar and water ā so you stay completely clear of the corn-derived sweeteners that sneak into so many store-bought cocktail mixes and pre-made daiquiri bases. White rum ties it all together with a clean, light finish that lets the fruit flavors shine. A quick 30-second blitz and you've got two gorgeous, frosty glasses ready to go ā garnished with a lime wheel if you're feeling fancy.
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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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