Yield: 3 drinks<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n Head straight to the tropics with this refreshing banana daiquiri recipe, frozen of course. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7006,"featured_media":1042152,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false,"footnotes":""},"tags":[305513,305522,305487,303887,303883],"categories-v2":[310840,310849,310796,308478,308476],"coauthors":[145797],"acf":{"long_pin_file":false,"ncv_override_generic_settings_option":false,"ncv_autoplay_option":"","ncv_stickyplay_option":"","ncv_ads_option":"","ncv_mute_option":"","ncv_comscore_option":"","ncv_moat_option":"","ncv_autoplay_mobile_option":"","ncv_viewable_threshold_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_option":"","ncv_autopause_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_mobile_option":"","ncv_autopause_mobile_option":"","ncv_sticky_mobile_option":"","ncv_remove_player_option":false},"yoast_head":"\n Susan is a food and wine writer and editor based in northern Wisconsin. In 2010, she created the food blog A Less Processed Life<\/em>, which features made-from-scratch recipes that highlight locally grown ingredients. As a contributor for Taste Recipes<\/em>, Susan has written about twists on classic cocktails like apple cider sangria and maple old-fashioneds. She also shares tried-and-true cooking techniques and re-creates and reviews recipes from notable chefs, including Julia Child and Ina Garten. She lives on a small family farm with her husband and son, and loves tasting all that the Upper Midwest\u2019s culinary landscape has to offer.<\/p>","twitter":"","instagram":"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/susanbronson\/?hl=en","facebook":"","public_email":"","linkedin":"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/susanbergbronson\/","tiktok":"","youtube":"","location":"Rhinelander, WI","school_and_year":"Indiana University","education":" With 25 years of food and science writing under her belt, Susan is able to test pretty much any recipe for Taste Recipes<\/em>. She works from her small family farm in northern Wisconsin, where she also runs a food blog that features scratch-made meals. When Susan is not working on recipes or working as a science writer and editor, she's spending time with her family, exploring farmers markets or eating chocolate.<\/p>","user_nicename":"susan-bronson","type":"guest-author","nickname":""}},"extracted_shortcodes":{"[collection id=\"659373\" title=\"Next, Try Making These Other Frozen Drinks\"]":{"ID":659373,"post_author":"7054","post_date":"2018-05-12 04:03:25","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-12 04:03:25","post_content":"Ingredients<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n
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Step 1: Blend 'er Up<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nPlace the ice, bananas, coconut milk, rum, lime juice and sugar in a blender. (Here's our essential blender buying guide<\/a>). Cover and process for 30 seconds or until smooth.\r\n
Step 2: Pour Into Glasses<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nPour the drink mixture into chilled glasses.\r\n\r\nWe love these vintage-style glassware sets.<\/a>\r\n
Step 3: ...and Garnish!<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nGarnish with a maraschino cherry or lime wedge. (A cocktail umbrella<\/a> would be a perfect addition, too.) Serve immediately.\r\n
Bonus: Mix-ins and modifications<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nYou can easily modify this recipe to work with the ingredients you have on hand. For example, you could replace the banana with strawberries, mango or another favorite fruit. You could also switch out the rum for peach schnapps or a tropical liqueur. This daiquiri is perfectly tasty without any alcohol, too.\r\n\r\nNext up:<\/em> Find out how to make frozen drinks<\/a> and you'll be creating your own recipes in no time!\r\n\r\n\t\t\t
<\/a><\/div>Red, White and Blue Frozen Lemonade<\/a>This patriotic drink is as pretty as it is delicious. With cherries, blueberries and lemon juice, we created a striped lemonade that is perfect for a Fourth of July celebration. \u2014Shawn Carleton, San Diego, California
<\/a><\/div>Iced Melon Moroccan Mint Tea<\/a>I grow mint on my balcony, and this refreshing beverage is a wonderful way to use it. It combines two of my favorite drinks\u2014Moroccan Mint Tea and Honeydew Agua Fresca. For extra flair, add some ginger ale. \u2014Sarah Batt Throne, El Cerrito, California
<\/a><\/div>Coconut Lover's Frappe<\/a>I love frozen beverages, so I wanted to create one similar to those in coffee shops but without coffee as an ingredient. When I drink this frosty treat it's as good as any specialty shop drink but without the hassle or the cost. \u2014Emily Semmelrock, Jewett City, Connecticut
<\/a><\/div>Strawberry Watermelon Slush<\/a>We like to relax on the back porch with glasses of my slush after a long, hot day. Strawberries and watermelon blend up with lemon juice and sugar for an instant refresher. \u2014Patty Howse, Great Falls, Montana
<\/a><\/div>Pina Colada<\/a>Velvety-smooth texture and a taste of the tropics are what this tropical drink delivers. The easy-to-make pina colada recipe can be mixed and chilled ahead of time. When ready to serve, just blend for a creamy and delicious beverage. \u2014Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin
<\/a><\/div>Cherry Fruit Smoothies<\/a>You need just four ingredients to blend together these super-fast smoothies for breakfast. Try whipping them up on a hot summer day for a cool and refreshing treat. \u2014Macy Plummer, Avon, Indiana
<\/a><\/div>Banana Brunch Punch<\/a>A cold glass of refreshing punch really brightens a brunch. It's nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that's more spectacular than plain juice. With bananas, orange juice and lemonade, it can add tropical flair to a winter day. \u2014Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas
<\/a><\/div>Sensational Slush<\/a>Colorful and refreshing, this sweet-tart slush has become a family favorite. I freeze the mix in 2- and 4-cup containers so it can be served in small portions for individuals or the whole family. I also freeze crushed strawberries to make preparation simpler. \u2014Connie Friesen, Altona, Manitoba
<\/a><\/div>Cucumber-Melon Smoothies<\/a>My cool honeydew and cucumber smoothie has only five ingredients. I sometimes add a small avocado to make it extra creamy.\u2014Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota
<\/a><\/div>Blueberry Lime Slush<\/a>My husband's family makes a cranberry beverage for the holidays. I changed it up and serve it this way in winter and summer, when blueberries are in season. \u2014Rebecca Bratsman, Tacoma, Washington
<\/a><\/div>Mudslide<\/a>A chilled hurricane glass is the perfect vessel for this mudslide \"milkshake\"\u2014a blended dessert drink that marries vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream and chocolate. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
<\/a><\/div>Hop, Skip and Go<\/a>Here's a different drink for a beer-drinking crowd. It gets a touch of sweetness from lemonade. Make it in a blender for a frothy, fun look or mix in a pitcher for less foam.\u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
<\/a><\/div>Yogurt Breakfast Drink<\/a>Sleepyheads will savor this dreamy smoothie. Simply blend yogurt, milk and orange juice concentrate for a fresh start to your day. \u2014Renee Gastineau, Seattle, Washington
<\/a><\/div>Frozen Lemon-Berry Margaritas<\/a>I like to cool down with this absolutely fantastic frozen margarita recipe. It's slightly icy, thick and perfect for when you need a break. \u2014Julie Hieggelke, Grayslake, Illinois
<\/a><\/div>Hazelnut Mocha Smoothies<\/a>This smooth blend of coffee, cocoa and nutty flavors is better than any coffeehouse version we've tried. Try it, and we're sure you will agree. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
<\/a><\/div>Red and Blue Berry Lemonade Slush<\/a>This delightfully sweet-tart beverage showcases fresh raspberries and blueberries. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
<\/a><\/div>Chocolate Chai Frappes<\/a>Mix chocolate milk with chai tea and get a glass of pure comfort. There\u2019s no more delicious way to cool off on a hot afternoon\u2026or anytime. \u2014Heidi Blanken, Sedro-Woolley, Washington
<\/a><\/div>Watermelon Margarita<\/a>Upgrade a classic lime margarita with this watermelon margarita recipe. The pretty, pink drink uses a sugared rim and blended watermelon to give the drink a sweet twist.
<\/a><\/div>Peachy Keen Daiquiris<\/a>You won\u2019t mind breaking out the blender for these frosty fruit drinks\u2014they\u2019re a breeze to whip up. If you don't have fresh, use frozen peaches. A dash of grenadine gives the golden daiquire a blush of red.\u2014Joan Antonen, Arlington, South Dakota\r\n
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Red, White and Blue Frozen Lemonade<\/a><\/h2>This patriotic drink is as pretty as it is delicious. With cherries, blueberries and lemon juice, we created a striped lemonade that is perfect for a Fourth of July celebration. \u2014Shawn Carleton, San Diego, California
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Iced Melon Moroccan Mint Tea<\/a><\/h2>I grow mint on my balcony, and this refreshing beverage is a wonderful way to use it. It combines two of my favorite drinks\u2014Moroccan Mint Tea and Honeydew Agua Fresca. For extra flair, add some ginger ale. \u2014Sarah Batt Throne, El Cerrito, California
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Coconut Lover's Frappe<\/a><\/h2>I love frozen beverages, so I wanted to create one similar to those in coffee shops but without coffee as an ingredient. When I drink this frosty treat it's as good as any specialty shop drink but without the hassle or the cost. \u2014Emily Semmelrock, Jewett City, Connecticut
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Strawberry Watermelon Slush<\/a><\/h2>We like to relax on the back porch with glasses of my slush after a long, hot day. Strawberries and watermelon blend up with lemon juice and sugar for an instant refresher. \u2014Patty Howse, Great Falls, Montana
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Pina Colada<\/a><\/h2>Velvety-smooth texture and a taste of the tropics are what this tropical drink delivers. The easy-to-make pina colada recipe can be mixed and chilled ahead of time. When ready to serve, just blend for a creamy and delicious beverage. \u2014Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin
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Cherry Fruit Smoothies<\/a><\/h2>You need just four ingredients to blend together these super-fast smoothies for breakfast. Try whipping them up on a hot summer day for a cool and refreshing treat. \u2014Macy Plummer, Avon, Indiana
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Banana Brunch Punch<\/a><\/h2>A cold glass of refreshing punch really brightens a brunch. It's nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that's more spectacular than plain juice. With bananas, orange juice and lemonade, it can add tropical flair to a winter day. \u2014Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas
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Sensational Slush<\/a><\/h2>Colorful and refreshing, this sweet-tart slush has become a family favorite. I freeze the mix in 2- and 4-cup containers so it can be served in small portions for individuals or the whole family. I also freeze crushed strawberries to make preparation simpler. \u2014Connie Friesen, Altona, Manitoba
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Cucumber-Melon Smoothies<\/a><\/h2>My cool honeydew and cucumber smoothie has only five ingredients. I sometimes add a small avocado to make it extra creamy.\u2014Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota
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Blueberry Lime Slush<\/a><\/h2>My husband's family makes a cranberry beverage for the holidays. I changed it up and serve it this way in winter and summer, when blueberries are in season. \u2014Rebecca Bratsman, Tacoma, Washington
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Mudslide<\/a><\/h2>A chilled hurricane glass is the perfect vessel for this mudslide \"milkshake\"\u2014a blended dessert drink that marries vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream and chocolate. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen