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Gather all ingredients.
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Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, and add vodka, banana liqueur, espresso, banana simple syrup, and bitters.
Photographer: Victor Protasio / Food Styling:Ā Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling: Abby Armstrong
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Shake until very cold and frothy, about 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini glass.Ā
Photographer: Victor Protasio / Food Styling:Ā Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling: Abby Armstrong
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Grate nutmeg over martini and garnish with espresso beans, banana chips, or skewered banana bread cubes. Serve immediately.
Photographer: Victor Protasio / Food Styling:Ā Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling: Abby Armstrong
Make Ahead
Banana Simple Syrup: Peel and cut 2 bananas into 1-inch pieces. Combine 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup tap water, 1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and bananas in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.Ā
Reduce to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Strain into a heatproof glass or bowl. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Recipe developed by Marianne Williams
