Avalanche

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Discerning Drinkers (5 ratings)

Serve in a Collins glass

Ingredients:
2 oz Giffard Banane du Brésil liqueur
1 oz Dutch Cacao white crème de cacao
12 oz Disaronno amaretto
1 oz Single cream/half-and-half
1 oz Milk (whole milk/full 3-4% fat)
12 fresh Banana (preferably overripe)
× 1 1 serving
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Garnish: Banana chunk

How to make:

BLEND ingredients with 12oz scoop of crushed ice. Pour into glass and serve with straws.

Allergens:

Recipe contains the following allergens:

  • Single cream/half-and-half, Milk (whole milk/full 3-4% fat) - Dairy

Review:

Creamy, rich and smooth. Fluffy but lovely.

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History:

Created in 1979 at Maudes Bar, New York City, USA.

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G. M. Genovese’s Avatar G. M. Genovese
25th May 2023 at 16:32
Don't waste Giffard Banane du Bresil here. I would instead opt for a more artificial/boozy banana liqueur that could cut through. Used a semi-ripe banana; yes, overripe is preferable. This was a touch too bland and I can't help but think the heavy cream contributed to muted flavors. Lower it to 50 ml and/or use the suggested dairy blend. Between the cream, starchy banana, and sugary liqueur, one would think this would be full-bodied or viscous, but the crushed ice helped keep the textures light.