Banana Whiskey Shake-up

This cocktail, inspired by the Toots and Maytals song "Monkey Man," is a delightful blend of whiskey, aged rum, banana liqueur, vanilla syrup, cinnamon syrup, pineapple juice, and lime juice. Created by New York bartender Jim Kearns, this banana Daiquiri remix offers a smooth and tropical twist to the classic cocktail, perfect for those craving a unique and flavorful libation.

Banana Whiskey Shake-up

A whiskey-based banana Daiquiri inspired by a reggae classic, with hints of vanilla and pineapple.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces whiskey
  • 1/2 ounce aged rum
  • 1/2 ounce banana liqueur
  • 1/4 ounce vanilla syrup
  • 1/2 ounce cinnamon syrup
  • 1 ounce pineapple juice
  • 1/2 ounce lime juice

Instructions

  1. Combine all the ingredients in a mixing tin.
  2. Shake the mixture with ice.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a banana chip.