Afghan Monkey

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 5

Tropical Afghan Monkey Cocktail recipe

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

N/A

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

370

Sugar

34g

Fat

The Afghan Monkey is a tropical and fruity cocktail, inspired by the vivid and colorful cuisine of Afghanistan. A mix of coconut rum, melon liqueur, banana liqueur, blue curacao, pineapple juice, and cream, the Afghan Monkey is a sweet and tangy drink that is perfect for sipping under the sun. Its bright blue-green color, owing to the blue curacao, makes it an Instagram-worthy cocktail.

Instructions

1.	Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
2.	Add all the ingredients- coconut rum, melon liqueur, banana liqueur, blue curacao, pineapple juice, and cream- to the cocktail shaker, and shake thoroughly.
3.	Strain the mixture into a large glass, filled halfway with ice cubes.

PROS

The Afghan Monkey is a fruity and tropical cocktail, perfect for a summer evening with friends.

It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by anyone who loves tropical flavors.

CONS

This cocktail is high in alcohol content, and should be consumed in moderation.

It is also high in sugar, owing to all the liqueurs and pineapple juice, so individuals with blood sugar issues should be cautious.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Afghan Monkey contains pineapple juice, which is a great source of Vitamin C and can aid in digestion.
However, the cocktail contains a lot of sugar and alcohol, so its health benefits may not be significant.

	1 ounce coconut rum , like Malibu
	1 ounce melon liqueur , like Midori
	3/4 ounce banana liqueur
	3/4 ounce blue curacao
	4 ounces pineapple juice
	1 ounce cream