Ernie's Fruity Drink

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Ernie's Fruity Drink
10 min.
4
398kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a delightful, fruity experience that will tickle your taste buds and have you feeling refreshed? Introducing Ernie's Fruity Drink, the perfect beverage for any occasion! Bursting with vibrant flavors and a tropical twist, this drink masterfully combines the sweetness of ripe bananas, the tanginess of pineapples, and the lusciousness of strawberries and blueberries, creating a carnival of flavors in every sip.

This drink is not only a feast for your palate but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences. Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free, you can enjoy this guilt-free treat without compromise. Prepare to impress your friends and family with a drink that's sophisticated enough for a summer party yet simple enough to whip up in just ten minutes!

With an appealing blend of ingredients and a splash of vodka, Ernie's Fruity Drink is a refreshing choice for warm days or lively gatherings. And for those who like to experiment, we've included fun variations like the Peach-Brandy Chiller and the Watermelon Cooler, allowing you to tailor your drink to your liking.

So grab your blender and let your creativity flow! Whether you're lounging by the pool or hosting a casual get-together, Ernie's Fruity Drink is sure to become a favorite in your beverage repertoire. Cheers to flavor and fun!

Ingredients

  • medium banana very ripe
  • cup blueberries frozen
  • 0.3 cup cream of coconut 
  • 0.5 cup pineapple juice 
  • 10 oz strawberries in syrup frozen thawed
  • 0.5 cup vodka 

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Puree strawberries in a blender until smooth. Divide strawberry puree evenly among 4 tall glasses.
  2. Place ice in blender; add blueberries and next 4 ingredients. Process until smooth.
  3. Pour blueberry mixture evenly over strawberry puree in glasses.
  4. "Warm" Ice: Slightly melted ice blends a better drink, Ernie says. He suggests letting the ice sit out at room temperature for about 30 minutes before using. "It should be wet to the touch without sticking to your fingers," he explains.
  5. Peach-Brandy Chiller: Substitute 1 cup fresh or frozen peaches for blueberries and banana and 1/2 cup brandy for vodka; proceed as directed.
  6. Banana-Strawberry Daiquiri: Substitute 1 cup additional frozen strawberries, thawed, for blueberries and 1/2 cup rum for vodka; proceed as directed.
  7. Watermelon Cooler: Substitute 1 cup watermelon cubes for blueberries and banana; proceed as directed.
  8. Mango-Papaya Daiquiri: Substitute 1/2 cup each cubed mango and papaya for blueberries and banana and 1/2 cup coconut rum for vodka; proceed as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories398kcal
Protein2.62%
Fat8.25%
Carbs89.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.94
Glycemic Load
6.77
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.8873912562495%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.13mg
Petunidin
11.67mg
Delphinidin
13.11mg
Malvidin
25.01mg
Peonidin
7.51mg
Catechin
3.76mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
0.24mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.65mg
Myricetin
0.48mg
Quercetin
2.86mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:398.07kcal
19.9%
Fat:3.34g
5.14%
Saturated Fat:2.82g
17.63%
Carbohydrates:81.15g
27.05%
Net Carbohydrates:78.82g
28.66%
Sugar:64.75g
71.94%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:61.13mg
2.66%
Alcohol:10.02g
100%
Alcohol %:5.9%
100%
Protein:2.39g
4.78%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.63%
Vitamin C:9.11mg
11.04%
Fiber:2.33g
9.32%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.85%
Vitamin K:7.38µg
7.03%
Calcium:54.78mg
5.48%
Potassium:172.75mg
4.94%
Magnesium:13.73mg
3.43%
Copper:0.07mg
3.37%
Folate:13.43µg
3.36%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.76%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.65%
Vitamin B3:0.41mg
2.05%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.64%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.61%
Iron:0.27mg
1.53%
Phosphorus:14.79mg
1.48%
Source:My Recipes