By Rob Corliss
January 14, 2022

Beverages are a ripe format for banana-infused inspirations, like these five ideas:

1. 1Cold Brew with PB-Banana Dalgona Whip: Roasted banana purée is whipped with hot water, coffee grounds and peanut butter; use it as a luscious topping for iced cold-brew coffee.
2. 2Power Smoothie: Purée frozen banana slices, cashew milk, Greek yogurt, cacao nibs, dark cocoa powder and cardamom.
3. 3Going Bananas: Blend RumChata, fresh banana, ginger syrup, coconut milk and ice.
4. 4Banana Rx Tea: Boil a whole banana, combining the strained, banana-flavored water with apple juice, honey and a pinch of cayenne.
5. 5Banana Split Cocktail: Combine banana liqueur, Kahlúa, milk and pineapple juice, adding a Luxardo cherry garnish.