Yum to the rum. Just got back from Negril, and when you’re in Jamaica that’s what you drink. My favorite rum cocktail was the Dirty Banana – super refreshing and you’ll never feel guilty if you have it very early in the morning because it’s basically a nutritious shake!

So here’s the recipe for 2 cocktails:

• 2 ounces coffee liqueur
• 2 ounces rum cream (or just dark rum)
• 4 ounces milk
• 1 ounce simple syrup (boil 1/2 water and 1/2 sugar)
• 1 banana
• 2 cups ice

Blend all together and pour into a tall frosty glass. Enjoy next to some turquoise water, even if only in your mind.

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