Smoky Bourbon and Banana Liqueur Tiki Cocktail
A tropical-inspired bourbon cocktail with smoky undertones, balancing the richness of banana liqueur and the brightness of fresh lemon juice. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon, banana liqueur, fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz banana liqueur
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz sherry
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 slice (for garnish) lemon wheel
- 1 sprig (for garnish) fresh mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup ice cubes. Add 2 oz bourbon, 1 oz banana liqueur, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz sherry.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels cold and condensation forms.
- Step 3: Strain the cocktail into a chilled rocks glass filled halfway with fresh ice.
- Step 4: Garnish with 1 slice lemon wheel and 1 fresh mint sprig for an aromatic touch.







