Added sugar in rum. It’s one of those subjects that can very quickly divide rum drinkers. For some people, any added sugar is unacceptable. For others, it simply doesn’t matter as long as they enjoy what’s in the glass. But the reality is a little more complicated. In Rum Knowledge #5, I’m looking at why… Continue reading Why Some Rums Have Added Sugar | Rum Knowledge #5
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Rum, Ron or Rhum? What’s the Difference?
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?
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
Why This Rum Article Made Me Angry (Stop Calling This Rum!)
I don’t usually make videos in response to online articles… …but this one really got under my skin. A popular “Best Caribbean Rums” article mixes genuine rum with flavoured products, repeats some questionable claims and leaves readers with a very misleading picture of what rum actually is. In this video I break down exactly what… Continue reading Why This Rum Article Made Me Angry (Stop Calling This Rum!)
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