I’m boozey. I don’t think that is any big secret. But, I am sort of snob when it comes to my booze. I’m a Guinness and Jameson’s girl and I make no apologies for that. But, I looooooooooove trying new boozes, especially here in the great state of Michigan. (hey Portland, we’re closing in on you for craft beer per capita 😉 ) Seems like every time I turn around another local craft beer, whiskey or wine is being bottled. There are days I roam down the isles … and I will be honest, I often pick items solely for their packaging. That’s the artsy fartsy in me. I’ve found over the years other creatives do the same thing. Good. We need to start a darn club “Pick by the Label Anonymous.” Maybe I need to work in a liquor store or as a bartender just to recruit members. 😉 Gaahhhh could you possibly imagine??
When I received the chance to try out Sugarland’s Shine Hazelnut Rum I didn’t bat an eyelash. Sssssuuuuuuuuurrrrrreeeeeeeee I’ll test out your booze. Gimmmmmeeeeee 😉
I counted down the days until its arrival. I died when I opened the box.
Do you guys see how amazingly cute their packaging is?????  Sqqqquueeeeeeeeeeeeee  I’m a sucker for a good mason jar package, too !
As soon as I popped it open I had to have a tiny sip. First though? Ohhhh yeahhh. Second? That would be good in coffee. I guess I know where my head is. Â Of course, I immediately thought about making a rum cake with this, but that almost seemed to easy. Â Then I thought about a banana cake and replacing the brandy, only, I didn’t want a whole cake sitting here screaming my name.
Okay. Well, then. Banana bread??? Sure. I can do that.
I’m digging around on my site looking for the time(s) kiddo and I made banana bread….. still looking.. and looking some more. Check my hard drive for pics. Yep, they are there. Â Back on website.
Guys, how is it that I NEVER posted any of those?????? *mad face* I was going to do that blogger thing where we share old, similar recipes with the new. Yah. Go, me.
All right. So for the sake of simplicity… Bourbon Banana Walnut Bread from Life Currents is the recipe I followed for the use of Sugarland’s Shine Hazelnut Rum (I replaced the bourbon) and let me tell you, the hazelnut rum mixed with walnuts – yeah, its like that. A little happy dance in your mouth.
Bottoms up.
Let’s talk about your favorite cooking booze and recipes. I want to hear all about them. Spill the beans in the comments.
Disclosure: I was given the product for free in order to facilitate my review and create my recipe. I am not being compensated for this post. Regardless, I only share products with my readers which I think you will enjoy and/or benefit from.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
February 6, 2017 at 2:28 pmThis bread sounds so amazing! I love the combination of flavors here. Thank you so much for sharing this.
Pam Wattenbarger says
February 6, 2017 at 8:39 pmThis sounds so good! My son loves baking, and I know he would really enjoy making this recipe.
Meagan says
February 7, 2017 at 12:27 amThis sounds delicious. I have a few friends who would enjoy it.
Marcie W. says
February 7, 2017 at 12:41 amI am so intrigued by hazelnut rum. The bread sounds amazing, but I want to try a shot of that straight up too.
Dawn McAlexander says
February 7, 2017 at 2:11 amGoodness gracious, this looks so good. Just reading the ingredients is making me salivate. I love me some banana bread. I want this, now!
Liz Mays says
February 7, 2017 at 2:52 amNow this sounds flavorful. I’m definitely into the hazelnut/ banana flavor! What an awesome use of that rum!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
February 7, 2017 at 4:09 amThis sounds like an awesome banana bread recipe! I have not tried hazelnut rum but I think it would add that unique flavor to this bread. I will try this recipe and enjoy it with a cup of tea!
Rosey says
February 7, 2017 at 11:08 amI’m with you on that ‘that would be good with coffee’ thing. 🙂 I love to try new bread recipes and this one sounds delish!
Joyce Brewer says
February 7, 2017 at 12:58 pmWould love to make this with all the leftover bananas I have each week. The rum wouldn’t hurt either.
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
February 7, 2017 at 1:37 pmThis looks So delicious! I love banana bread and walnut is my favorite too!
Robin Rue says
February 7, 2017 at 2:06 pmThis looks extremely good! I love banana bread and this takes it to the next level.
melissa says
February 7, 2017 at 5:50 pmthis recipe is right up my alley- carbs nuts and rum are three of my most favorite ingredients! Can’t wait to whip this up for the weekend!
Agness of Run Agness Run says
February 7, 2017 at 6:03 pmI am definitely trying this! This hazelnut rum is intriguing me a lot!
Seattle Travel Blogger says
February 7, 2017 at 8:07 pmI like your post; the bread looks like fun.
I enjoy hazelnut flavor.
Reesa Lewandowski says
February 7, 2017 at 9:03 pmOOOh I want to try this rum!!!! I want some in my coffee LOL!!! This sounds like an amazing banana bread recipe!
Karrie Truman says
February 8, 2017 at 12:58 amThis reminds me of when I was little. My grandmothers recipe was so close to this one. It is delicious.
Kita Bryant says
February 8, 2017 at 12:58 amThis is pretty similar to my recipe. I sometimes put too many nuts in it though, lol!
Crystal says
February 8, 2017 at 1:14 amWhat a great idea. I remember my mom making beer bread, but never thought of adding anything else.
Our Family World says
February 8, 2017 at 10:10 amI always bake banana bread but I don’t personally eat them, I give them out. i will try this real soon.
Amy Desrosiers says
February 9, 2017 at 12:51 amYou sold me on the rum! I would love to try this unique recipe!
Stephanie says
May 24, 2017 at 1:49 pmThis recipe is so unique. Walnut banana bread, the name itself sounds so tempting. I have marked all of your suggestions, and I’m gonna try this out very soon 🙂
Elina @UseHealthTips says
October 8, 2018 at 3:57 pmWow!! that sounds like a great idea. I am definitely going to give that a go the next time I make this recipe. I love that the flavor would be infused throughout the bread.
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March 20, 2019 at 7:56 pmReally this recipe is so unique and amazing