Winter Sunshine Banana Rum Smoothie
A bright frozen cocktail blending rum, vodka, orange juice, and banana for a creamy, citrusy escape from the cold.
A frozen tropical cocktail that mixes the warmth of rum and the freshness of orange juice with smooth banana texture.
Background
Created as a cold-weather twist on tiki drinks, the Winter Sunshine balances the cozy richness of banana with the sunny tang of orange juice. It’s proof that tropical flavors work all year.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients: Rum – tropical depth; Vodka – neutral base for balance; Orange Juice – citrus brightness; Banana – creamy texture and sweetness; Simple Syrup – optional sweetener. Equipment: Blender, chilled pitcher or hurricane glass.
Bittersweet Brilliance
Refreshing yet substantial. The mix of rum and banana creates a rounded sweetness while orange juice keeps it vivid. The result: a smoothie-style cocktail with surprising sophistication.
Substitutions & Variations
- Swap rum for coconut rum for a beachy profile.
- Add cream of coconut for extra richness.
- Try pineapple juice instead of orange for a tiki variation.
Helpful Tips
Use ripe bananas for the best texture. Freeze the fruit beforehand for extra chill and skip some ice. Garnish with orange wheel or banana slice.
Winter Sunshine Recipe
Type of Glass
Pitcher
Ingredients
- 2
- 1 cup
- 2 oz.
- 2 oz.
Directions
- Add rum, vodka, orange juice, and peeled bananas to a blender.
- Add 1½–2 cups of ice.
- Blend until smooth.
- Taste and sweeten with up to ½ oz simple syrup if desired.
- Pour into a chilled pitcher or hurricane glass and serve immediately, garnished with an orange wheel or banana slice.
A smooth frozen blend that turns any gray day into tropical sunshine.
