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Blue Banana
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3.92 / 5
Blue Banana is a vibrant and tropical cocktail that is sure to transport your taste buds to a sunny paradise. This cocktail is a perfect blend of vodka, banana liqueur, and WKD blue, creating a refreshing and fruity flavor profile. With its striking blue color, it is both visually appealing and bursting with a delicious combination of sweet and tangy flavors. The banana liqueur adds a creamy and tropical twist to the classic vodka cocktail, while the WKD blue adds a sparkling and effervescent element. This cocktail is a popular choice for beach vacations and summer parties, as it embodies the laid-back and carefree vibes of a tropical getaway. So sit back, relax, and sip on a cool and tropical Blue Banana cocktail.
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364 calories
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11.65% | 5.94 units *

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Banana liqueur (crème de banane) ingredient icon
Top ten Banana liqueur (crème de banane) cocktails

Highball glass

Ingredients

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Vodka
Banana liqueur (crème de banane) cocktail ingredient icon for the Blue Banana cocktail
Banana liqueur (crème de banane)
WKD blue cocktail ingredient icon for the Blue Banana cocktail
WKD blue
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Cocktail Colin says:

4/5

Blue Banana takes you on a tropical adventure with its vibrant hue and playful fruitiness from banana liqueur and WKD blue. This cocktail’s sweet and tangy profile, supported by a vodka backbone, makes for an irresistible summer quencher.

Method
How to make a Blue Banana

Serves 1 · Takes 3 minutes
Add all the ingredients into a highball glass with ice
Stir and serve
~ Ingredients are enough for two glasses. ~

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FAQ's

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Can I substitute the WKD blue for another blue alcoholic beverage if I can't find it?

Yes, if WKD blue is not available, you can substitute it with any other blue-colored alcoholic beverage that has a similar sweet flavor profile, such as blue Curaçao mixed with a clear soda or tonic water to achieve both the color and the volume required for the cocktail.

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What is the best way to serve a Blue Banana?

The Blue Banana is best served cold in a highball glass. Fill the glass with ice cubes before pouring in the mixed ingredients to ensure the cocktail remains chilled. Garnishing with a slice of banana or a blueberry skewer can enhance its visual appeal.

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Should the ingredients of a Blue Banana be shaken or stirred?

For a Blue Banana, the ingredients should be stirred and not shaken. Combine the vodka, banana liqueur, and WKD blue in the highball glass filled with ice and gently stir to mix the ingredients well without diluting the cocktail too much.

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How does the alcohol content in the Blue Banana compare to other popular cocktails?

With an alcohol content of 11.65%, the Blue Banana falls into the moderate strength category of cocktails. It's stronger than light cocktails like a Mimosa or a Spritz, which usually have an alcohol content around 5-8%, but not as strong as spirit-forward cocktails like a Martini or a Manhattan, which can exceed 20%.

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