Blues Monkey Recipe

A vibrant and mysterious cocktail, the Blues Monkey is a 5-minute adventure for your taste buds! Inspired by a late-night drive, this recipe blends the sweetness of bananas with the smooth kick of vodka. Perfect for a fun night in or a sophisticated party, the Blues Monkey is sure to become your new favorite.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 109.6 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Blues Monkey

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How to Make Blues Monkey

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add 2 oz vodka, 1/2 banana (mashed), 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz blue curacao.
  3. Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
  4. Double strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
  5. Garnish with a lime wheel and a small piece of banana.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g