After Sex
A playful and sweet highball cocktail that combines the neutrality of vodka with the tropical sweetness of banana liqueur, finished with a refreshing top of orange juice and a sugary grenadine rim.
What it tastes like
The drink leads with an aroma of fresh orange and synthetic banana candy. It tastes primarily of sweet citrus with a distinct tropical fruit undertone from the banana liqueur. The sugar rim provides a granular texture that contrasts with the smooth, juice-heavy mouthfeel, ending in a short, sugary finish.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Vodka2 cl
- Crème de Banane1 cl
- Orange Juice12 cl
- Grenadine1 splash
- Sugar1 tbsp
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the glass by dipping the rim into a shallow plate of grenadine, then into a plate of sugar to create a coated red rim.
- 2
Fill the prepared highball glass with fresh ice cubes.
- 3
Pour the vodka and Crème de Banane over the ice.
- 4
Top up the glass with fresh orange juice.
- 5
Stir gently to combine ingredients without disturbing the rim.
Substitutions
- VodkaWhite Rum — This adds a light molasses and grassy character that complements the fruit profile.
- Orange JuicePineapple Juice — It creates a thicker mouthfeel and increases the tropical acidity of the cocktail.
- Crème de BananePeach Schnapps — This replaces the tropical banana flavor with a bright stone fruit profile.
- SugarDesiccated Coconut — This provides a nutty aroma and a chewy texture to the rim of the glass.
Variations
Spiced Banana
Replace the vodka with spiced rum to introduce notes of vanilla and cinnamon to the drink.
Sparkling Sunrise
Substitute half of the orange juice with dry sparkling wine and sink the grenadine to the bottom for a layered appearance.