‘Scuse the bad pun, but we’re going bananas for Howler Head Banana Infused Kentucky Straight Bourbon! It might sound odd to begin with, but the more you contemplate it - banana whiskey starts to sound pretty damn good! Just picture the chewy, caramelised top of a well baked banana bread and tell us that’s not a flavour that can be paired with whiskey.
How is Banana Flavoured Whiskey Made?
Howler Head create a natural banana flavouring from real bananas and blend it with various high-quality Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskeys to make their delicious, banana infused spirit. It may challenge convention, but what great innovation hasn’t?
The slightly sweet aroma of banana and brown sugar already sets you up for a whiskey experience like no other, and the taste does not disappoint. The banana continues on the palate with the same brown sugar notes, but the bourbon at the base of it brings in a nice edge of oakiness on the finish.
What Cocktails Can You Make with Banana Flavoured Whiskey?
While the taste is brilliant on its own, it’d be a loss not to experiment on some classic cocktails with Howler Head. Why not try a Banana Old Fashioned, a Bourbon Banana Colada or a Banana Manhattan? If you want Howler Head’s advice, however, they recommend a mix of their whiskey with Skrewball peanut butter whiskey!
You may be asking yourself, is it just bourbon that tastes good with banana? According to Irish whiskey giant Jameson, not so! They’ve offered up an official recipe for Banana Infused Jameson, which involves leaving your Jameson in a container with bananas for 3-4 days. If it’s good enough for Jameson, it’s good enough for us!
Where Can you Find Banana Flavoured Whiskey?
Banana infused/flavoured whiskey seems to be on the rise, and it’s really worth checking out - even if you’re not sure about it! You can find Howler Head’s version here: ABV: 40% // Size: 750ml // Find here: $27.99
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