It all happened while enjoying an especially delicious fruit cup.
No doubt we have all, at one time or another, ordered a side of fruit with some trepidation. Will the assortment be to our liking? Will it be ripe? Will it be fresh?
In the case of one very tasty brunch, my fruit side was not only delicious—it was inspiring.
The banana was my perfect texture—a little crunch before ripening too soft—and the apples were green. I’m of the opinion that green apples do not get enough love, and these slices offered a tartness that contrasted wonderfully with the banana. It made me wonder why banana smoothies don’t offer green apple more…and an obsession was born.
After a bit of play, I have landed on a Sunrise Smoothie when alcohol-free, Sunset Smoothie when enjoying libated. I love the tart flavors mingling with a vitamin boost as I try to stay healthy for all my professional and personal travel plans, and imagine the cross-merchandising possibilities are endless.
Consumers can go without the bourbon kick in the morning for a fruit-powered start to the day, and add it back in when they are ready to relax, preferably poolside.
May we all enjoy this swirl of simple joys together as spring blooms into summer.
1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and chopped (green or tart apple recommended, unless sweeter is desired)
1 banana, frozen, peeled, and chopped
½ cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
¼ cup milk (almond or oat if dairy-free)
2 shots of bourbon (optional)
Prep Time: 10 mins
Servings: 1
1. Combine apple and frozen banana in a blender. Blend until choppy before adding additional liquids.
2. Add orange juice and milk of choice in a blender. Blend until smooth.
3. If desired, pour 2 shots of bourbon of choice (I recommend Buffalo Trace for its smooth mix into the beverage) into the glass before pouring in the blended smoothly. Stir before you enjoy.
