Both rum and bananas are naturally associated with the tropics, but wine does not spring so readily to mind when the Caribbean is mentioned. However, remember that France shares a long history with many of the Caribbean Islands, such as Martinique and Guadeloupe.
INGREDIENT:
½ measure white rum
½ measure crème de banane
Champagne, chilled
Slice of banana, to decorate
METHOD:
1. Pour the rum and crème de banane into a chilled flute.
2. Top up with champagne.
3. Stir gently to mix, and dress with a slice of banana.