Think great value rum only comes from the Caribbean?
Think again.
In my latest YouTube video, I’m taking a look at five excellent budget rums from countries that don’t always spring to mind when people think about rum. From Scotland to the Philippines, these bottles prove that you don’t need to stick to the traditional rum-producing nations to find something well worth drinking.
Whether you’re just starting your rum journey or looking to try something a little different, there’s something here for everyone.
Featured Rums
🥃 Tanduay Double Rum – Philippines
🥃 Ninefold Pure Single Rum – Scotland
🥃 Damoiseau Blanc 50 – Guadeloupe
🥃 Rivière du Mât Ambré – Réunion
🥃 Ruta Maya Blanco – Belize
Each of these bottles offers something different, showing that great value rum isn’t limited to the countries you’d normally expect. If you’re looking to broaden your horizons without spending a fortune, this selection is a great place to start.
Watch the full video below to discover which one might deserve a place on your shelf.
RumShopBoy | Honest Rum Reviews, Recommendations & Rum Knowledge
I'm Simon, the person behind RumShopBoy — exploring the incredible world of Rum, Ron, Rhum and Cachaça.
I've been writing about, tasting and collecting rum for many years, with a particular interest in the diversity of production styles, traditions and flavours found around the world.
RumShopBoy is all about honest opinions, independent reviews and helping people discover better rum. Whether you're completely new to rum or already have a well-stocked collection, I want to make the category easier to understand, explore and enjoy.
My content covers individual rum reviews, affordable and beginner-friendly recommendations, Rum Knowledge videos and explorations of rum-producing countries and styles from around the world.
Appleton was where my own rum journey really began, and Jamaican and Barbadian rum remain important reference points for me. Foursquare is another particular favourite, and I'm an advocate of Luca Gargano's proposed reclassification of rum as a useful way of understanding how rum is actually produced.
I hold WSET Level 1 and Level 2 Awards in Spirits, achieving Distinction at Level 2. I also hold WSET Level 1 and Level 2 Awards in Wine, again achieving Distinction at Level 2.
Away from rum, I'm a Liverpool supporter and season ticket holder, and a long-time Pet Shop Boys fan — which provided some of the inspiration for the RumShopBoy name.
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