Have you ever wondered why some bottles say Rum, others say Ron, and others say Rhum? Do they describe different types of spirit? Different production methods? Or are they simply different names for the same thing? It’s a surprisingly common source of confusion in the rum world. 🥃 RUM Rum is the English-language term and… Continue reading Rum, Ron or Rhum? What’s the Difference?
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5 MORE Rums That Show How Diverse Rum Can Be | World Explorer #2
The world of rum is far bigger and more diverse than many people realise. After exploring five very different expressions in World Explorer #1, we’re continuing the journey with another five fascinating rums from around the world. World Explorer #2 takes us to El Salvador, Jamaica, Grenada, Réunion and Cape Verde — with very different… Continue reading 5 MORE Rums That Show How Diverse Rum Can Be | World Explorer #2
5 Rums That Show How Diverse Rum Can Be | World Explorer #1
Rum is one of the most diverse spirits in the world. Different raw materials, fermentation methods, stills, ageing techniques and regional traditions can produce dramatically different styles of rum. That’s exactly what my new World Explorer series is all about. In World Explorer #1, I’ve selected five very different bottles that demonstrate just how broad… Continue reading 5 Rums That Show How Diverse Rum Can Be | World Explorer #1
5 Budget Rums That Might Surprise You | Great Value Rum Recommendations
Think you know what to expect from a budget rum? You might be surprised. In the latest instalment of my Budget Rum series, I’m looking at five affordable bottles that offer plenty of character without demanding a premium price. This time we’re travelling from England and Madeira to the Canary Islands, Dominican Republic and Jamaica.… Continue reading 5 Budget Rums That Might Surprise You | Great Value Rum Recommendations
🥃 New Video: 5 Budget Rums You Should Try
Looking for great rum without spending a fortune? The latest video is now live on the RumShopBoy YouTube channel! In 5 Budget Rums You Should Try, I recommend five bottles that prove you don’t need a huge budget to enjoy excellent rum. Featured in this video: 🥃 Don Q Añejo 🥃 Wood’s Old Navy Rum… Continue reading 🥃 New Video: 5 Budget Rums You Should Try
🥃 New Video: 5 Rums Beginners Should Try AFTER The Basics
The latest video is now live on the RumShopBoy YouTube channel! If you’ve already explored some beginner-friendly rums and are wondering where to go next, this video is for you. In 5 Rums Beginners Should Try AFTER The Basics, I look at five bottles that can help expand your rum horizons and introduce you to… Continue reading 🥃 New Video: 5 Rums Beginners Should Try AFTER The Basics
🥃 New Video: 5 MORE Rums Every Beginner Should Try Next
The latest video is now live on the RumShopBoy YouTube channel! In this video I take the next step beyond beginner rum recommendations and look at five bottles that can help expand your rum horizons. The featured rums are: 🥃 Santa Teresa 1796🥃 Worthy Park Estate Reserve🥃 Brugal 1888🥃 Pusser’s Gunpowder Proof🥃 Doorly’s 12 Year… Continue reading 🥃 New Video: 5 MORE Rums Every Beginner Should Try Next
🎉 RumShopBoy Is Now Live On YouTube!
After months of planning, filming, editing and talking far too much about rum, I’m delighted to announce that RumShopBoy is now live on YouTube! If you’ve enjoyed reading my rum reviews, hydrometer tests and rum articles here on RumShopBoy.com, you can now join me on YouTube for: 🥃 Rum Reviews 🥃 Rum Analysis 🥃 Rum… Continue reading 🎉 RumShopBoy Is Now Live On YouTube!
