Banana Liqueur Cocktails

The banana liqueurs of the 1980s bare no resemblance to some of the offerings created these days by producers with an eye toward natural flavor and balance. As these quality bottlings have hit the market, bartenders have increasingly embraced the liqueur, pairing it with everything from whiskey and rum to tequila and cachaça. Start your own mixing adventures via these creative banana liqueur cocktails.

Banana AlexanderA little banana liqueur makes for a creamy take on the classic.

Banana DaiquiriBanana liqueur lends a subtle sweetness to the classic daiquiri.

Chow Chicka Bow WowA tropical blend of rum, banana liqueur and citrus.

Cardamom Banana Vieux CarreA spritz of lemon oil helps balance the sweetness of banana liqueur and the spice of cardamom.

The Heaviest WeightCreamy banana liqueur elevates this tropical delight from Pinewood Social in Nashville.

I Love LampRum and tequila mixes seamlessly with banana liqueur in this tropical treat.

The Last ResortAn ode to tiki and to the classic Last Word.

Mezcali mi BananaBanana, prickly pear and grapefruit make for an irresistible flavor combo.

ParasolPineapple brightens this simple Daiquiri variation.

Ramble OnBananas and blackberries blend beautifully with vodka, lime and ginger.

Rye CocktailPerfect for late-summer sipping.

Victim of CircumstanceBonded bourbon gives this rich cocktail a little extra oomph.