The combo of rum and banana is well-established and generally considered to be excellent. Just think of all those fancy puddings that include the both of them in one form or another. Delicious! So, what if one excellent spirit brought them together (the rum and banana, not the various different puddings – though that idea is now probably on a list somewhere? Project #173 Banana Rum is the answer! With a core of good quality rum and oodles of authentic banana notes for company, this expression will be immensely helpful when it comes to cocktails. Plus, you don't have to deal with banana peels, so no chance of any slapstick pratfalls.

Sweet, but not cloying – banana flavour is intense but doesn't overstep the mark – it's still clear that there is good liquid in the mix. Dark caramelised notes lead into the finish.