This is the Suntory Craft Boss Power in Latte Cafe Latte & Banana. While it did not contain actual fruit juice, it achieved its banana flavour through added flavouring, and claimed to provide the energy equivalent to 1.5 bananas.
The beverage had an opaque, dark tan hue with a vibrant banana aroma, softened by subtler roasted coffee notes—reminiscent of chocolate banana Chupa Chups from childhood. When chilled, the banana flavour was natural and rich, resembling a ripe banana, with a sweetness more restrained than expected from the aroma. Mid-sip, the roasted coffee flavour emerged, blending smoothly with the banana into the finish. The combination brought back memories of chocolate banana treats, with the coffee providing an added aromatic depth and gentle bitterness. The mouthfeel was smooth and rich, with balanced sweetness, where neither banana nor coffee dominated. A hint of coffee and slight astringency lingered in the aftertaste. Overall, this banana-flavoured coffee was well-executed and worth repurchasing.
This Suntory Craft Boss Power in Latte Cafe Latte & Banana contained 280 mL. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Sydney, Australia in 2024.