Explore the buzz around banana-infused drinks in Atlanta’s summer menus

Cuddlefish s banana chocolate latte Photo by Chingyao Wang The summer beverage repertoire has gone bananas quite literally The fruit that was once relegated to beachside drinks and smoothies now has a sophisticated twist that brings a subtle sweetness to coffee and cocktails alike Much of banana flavoring s current buzz can be traced to the popularity of Korean company Binggrae s banana milk which is available at retailers including H-Mart and Costco Although it sounds odd banana s mild flavor tames coffee s bitterness and adds depth to spirits and liqueurs Whether you prefer coffee or alcohol these banana beverages around metro Atlanta will add a touch of novelty to your palate Finca to Filter in Old Fourth Ward and Boulevard Heights The Savannah Bananas a cappuccino on Finca to Filter s summer menu gains a mild caramelized flavor through the addition of housemade banana and brown sugar syrup The drink which starts at switching to non-dairy milk adds a -cent surcharge is a not-too-intense foray into the world of banana coffee and will be on the menu until the fall Minhwa Spirits in Doraville Minhwa s Seoultino made with the distillery s Yong abv soju clarified banana a brown rice and molasses syrup and garnished with a banana chip and cinnamon stick is a customer favorite Expect a soft and sweet nose akin to banana bread and a hint of toasted rice and a smooth mouthfeel with a lingering cinnamon warmth The Seoultino will remain on Minhwa s menu through the summer and possibly be modified for fall if the bar scheme changes it at all Matcha Cafe Maiko in Doraville and Duluth Matcha Cafe Maiko s banana pudding matcha latte generally resurfaces in the spring and sticks around past the end of March thanks to overwhelming customer demand The creamy banana pudding makes an ideal topper for earthy iced matcha but the combo is also available in soft-serve form if you re looking for something slightly more solid or kid-friendly View this post on Instagram A post shared by Matcha Cafe Maiko Atlanta matchacafemaikoatl Argosy in East Atlanta Village Try Argosy s Maneki Neko for an unexpected take on banana beverages Los Vecinos del Campo mezcal meets Clement banana and Apologue saffron liqueurs lime juice agave and calabrese oil in a summertime cocktail that s refreshing and spicy all at once Expect to see it on Argosy s dinner menu all summer long https www instagram com p DK JIoiu AY Cuddlefish in Dunwoody Cuddlefish s in-house bakery and coffee bar has also jumped on the banana bandwagon with their banana chocolate latte which is made with in-house banana caramel and shaved dark chocolate Pair it with one of Chingyao Wang s pastries perhaps a croissant for a dose of sweetness Mambo Zombi in Edgewood Mambo Zombi s Golden Kamuy nails two trends in one the tiny cocktail packs plenty of punch with its combination of Ypioca Cachaca Giffard banana liqueur sweet Dolin Blanc vermouth bittersweet Amaro Lucano and a lemon rind garnish Expect a blend of fruity earthy flavors with a touch of citrus in the sipping cocktail and grab it before the menu changes in September View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mambo Zombi mambozombi Wich Tea Banh Mi Cafe in Duluth Wich Tea Banh Mi Cafe s banana coffee complete with Vietnamese iced coffee condensed milk and smashed banana chunks combines a series caffeine jolt with an irresistibly cloud-like smoothness Top it with a choice of brown sugar boba crystal pearl boba salted cheese foam custard pudding or grass jelly to amply the textural adventure The post Explore the buzz around banana-infused drinks in Atlanta s summer menus appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta