Banana Di Amore

Name: Banana Di Amore Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 oz Amaretto; 1 oz Crème de banana; 2 oz Orange Juice; 1 oz Sour Mix

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Banana Di Amore is a smooth, fruity cocktail that combines amaretto and crème de banana with fresh orange juice and sour mix. It's a dessert-style drink with balanced sweetness and citrus brightness.

🏷️Equipment: red-wine glass

Total

5 min

Servings

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's and Party Guide

Ingredients

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1 oz Amaretto
1 oz Crème de banana
2 oz Orange Juice
1 oz Sour Mix

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Instructions

1
Blend with 1 cup crushed ice until frozen.
2
Serve in red-wine glass, garnished with orange and banana slices.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill your glass before pouring to keep the cocktail cold longer without excessive ice dilution.
Use fresh orange juice if possible; bottled juice may taste flat compared to freshly squeezed.
Pour ingredients in order (amaretto, crème de banana, orange juice, sour mix) over ice for better flavor layering.
Stir gently rather than shaking to preserve the delicate balance of the citrus and banana flavors.

Substitutions

Crème de banana → banana schnapps (similar sweetness, slightly lighter body)
Sour mix → fresh lemon juice + simple syrup (1:1 ratio for brighter, fresher taste)
Orange juice → tangerine or clementine juice (more aromatic citrus note)

Common Questions

Can I make Banana Di Amore without sour mix?

Yes. Replace sour mix with equal parts fresh lemon juice and simple syrup for better flavor and control over sweetness.

Is Banana Di Amore served hot or cold?

Banana Di Amore is served cold, typically over ice in a cocktail glass.

What type of glass should I use for Banana Di Amore?

Serve in a rocks glass or cocktail glass (coupe) over ice, depending on your preference for a stronger or lighter presentation.

Can I batch Banana Di Amore for a party?

Yes. Multiply the ingredients by the number of servings and mix in a pitcher. Add ice just before serving to avoid dilution.

What does Banana Di Amore taste like?

It tastes like a sweet, creamy banana-forward drink with almond notes from amaretto and bright citrus from orange juice.

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