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If you’re a fan of the Banana Margarita from the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot, you’re in for a treat. Get ready to indulge in the unofficial, dupe recipes from this festival. Whether you’re looking to recreate the magic at home or simply want to explore the flavors of the International Festival of the Arts 2024, you’re in the right place.

This drink is based on the Banana Margarita from the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot. Find more unofficial, dupe recipes from this festival here at my masterlist.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 oz Ten to One White Rum
• 1/2 oz Ilegal Mezcal Joven
• 1 oz banana purée
• 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
• Ice
• Banana slice or lime wheel for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Banana Purée:
   • Blend ripe bananas until smooth to create banana purée.
2. Build the Cocktail:
   • In a shaker, combine Ten to One White Rum, Ilegal Mezcal Joven, banana purée, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
3. Shake Well:
   • Fill the shaker with ice and shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
4. Strain into Glass:
   • Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice.
5. Garnish:
   • Garnish the Smokey Banana Bliss Margarita with a banana slice or a lime wheel.
6. Enjoy:
   • Sip and enjoy the unique combination of flavors in this tropical and smoky margarita.

Tips:

• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup, depending on your taste preferences.
• If you want a stronger smoky flavor, you can increase the amount of Ilegal Mezcal Joven.

This Smokey Banana Bliss Margarita offers a delightful blend of tropical sweetness from the banana purée, the rich and complex notes of Ten to One White Rum, and a subtle smokiness from the Ilegal Mezcal Joven. It’s a refreshing and innovative twist on the classic margarita. Cheers!