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1 cup ice cubes

1/2 banana, peeled

1/2 cup orange juice (it shouldn’t be too sweet)

1/4 cup white rum

2 teaspoons sugar

A few slices of orange, for garnish

Combine everything in a blender jar, cover and blend until smooth. Pour into glasses (stemmed glasses are beautiful). Garnish with slices of orange if you wish and enjoy without hesitation.