This cocktail has many varieties as well as methods of preparation. Typically you will find this drink containing crème de bananes,crème de cacao, coffee liqueur, dark rum and vanilla ice cream.
We are going to do our version here today just slightly differently. Just a bit less sweet with fresh ripe bananas and fresh brewed coffee. 
Our version will be blended and served in a chilled pitcher, but you can divide the ingredients and make per cocktail utilizing a shaker if you prefer.
A Dirty Banana Shake
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
A fun and refreshing cocktail…The Dirty Banana
Ingredients
- 1 large banana
- 4 oz ( 120 ml) strong brewed coffee, chilled
- 4 oz ( 120 ml) chocolate liqueur
- 4 oz (120 ml) dark rum
- 2 oz (60 ml) cream
- 8 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) ice, crushed
Instructions
- Add ice to blender and pulse until crushed.
- Add remaining ingredients except ice cream, blend well.
- Add ice cream blending until fully incorporated.
- Place in chilled pitcher or cocktail glasses.
Notes
- This cocktail will also make a light after dinner dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does this version differ from a classic Dirty Banana?
The article explains that a traditional Dirty Banana typically contains crème de bananes, crème de cacao, coffee liqueur, dark rum, and vanilla ice cream. This version substitutes fresh ripe banana and freshly brewed chilled coffee for the crème de bananes and crème de cacao, making it “just a bit less sweet” while keeping the 4 oz (120 ml) each of chocolate liqueur and dark rum.
Can I make individual cocktails instead of a pitcher?
Yes — the article notes you can divide the ingredients and make per-cocktail using a shaker if you prefer, rather than blending the full batch in a pitcher. The full recipe yields approximately 4 servings.
why dont you just use a shot of espresso instead of brewed coffee?
Alisha I love this shake! Bananas and coffee taste great then you go an top it off with the rum. Now that is just heavenly!
Ooh, that sounds absolutely amazing. I’m a huge sucker for bananas.
The only thing that could possibly make this shake any better would be to add some chocolate to it!
Hi Jean, thank you…and I agree chocolate would perfect this :)
This does sound good and I love the name of your cocktail, beautiful pictures too!
Thanks Patty…it is pretty tasty :)
great! I love love this crazy pitcher! :)
Thanks Tamara…it is a wild one :)