Top Banana

June 15, 2017

Photo by Laura Murray

Giffard’s crème de banane is worth seeking out for its genuine ripe banana flavor.

Ingredients

Makes 1 cocktail

3/4 ounce fresh lime juice

3/4 ounce crème de banana (preferably Giffard)

8 ounces chilled lager

Lime wedge (for serving)

Fill a pint glass partway with ice. Add lime juice, crème de banana, and beer. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with a lime wedge.

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