Ingredients
Essential Ingredients: To make the perfect Bananas Foster Martini, you will need:
- Vanilla Vodka: 1 1/2 oz
- Banana Liqueur: 1 oz
- Dark Rum: 1/2 oz
- Cream: 1 oz
- Brown Sugar Syrup: 1/2 oz (made by dissolving equal parts brown sugar and water)
- Cinnamon: A pinch (for garnish)
- Caramel Sauce: For drizzling (optional)
- Banana Slice: For garnish
- Ice: For shaking
Optional Ingredients for Variations:
- Half and Half: For a creamier texture
- Nutmeg: As an additional garnish
Instructions
Preparation: Start by preparing your ingredients. Chill your martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes to ensure your drink stays cold longer.
Mixing:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add:
- 1 1/2 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 oz banana liqueur
- 1/2 oz dark rum
- 1 oz cream
- 1/2 oz brown sugar syrup
- Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well-chilled and mixed.
Serving: 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Garnishing: 5. Garnish with a banana slice and a light sprinkle of cinnamon. Drizzle caramel sauce inside the glass before pouring the cocktail for extra decadence.
Enjoying: 6. Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, dessert-like flavors of your Bananas Foster Martini.