An oasis in the heart of Rome, Hotel de Russie’s spa offers an atmosphere of serenity unmatched anywhere else in the capital. In between gentle laps of our pool or after an exquisite Rocco Forte Ritual, complement your wellness experience with a nourishing smoothie, or mix it up yourself at home using the following vegan-friendly recipe.
Ingredients (serves one):
60g blueberries
1 banana
5g almond butter
240ml of oat milk
½ teaspoon of vegan proteins
Fresh mint leaves
Method:
Slice the banana finely, and place it in a blender. Add the other ingredients, leaving a couple of blueberries, and mix until the consistency is smooth but pourable.
Serve in a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with fresh mint leaves and blueberries.
To enjoy a Blueberry Ecstasy smoothie served in our spa or Stravinsky Bar, book your stay at Hotel de Russie by emailing reservations.derussie@roccofortehotels.com or calling +39 06 32 888 830.
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