What exactly is Navy Rum? Is it a particular style? Does it have to be strong? Does it have to come from certain countries? And does it actually have anything to do with the Royal Navy? Well… yes. But probably not in quite the way you think. Navy Rum has a fascinating history stretching back… Continue reading What Is Navy Rum? The History Behind the Name
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Pot Still vs Column Still: What’s The Difference?
Pot still rum is better than column still rum. Right? Well… not necessarily. It’s one of the biggest misconceptions in rum: that simply knowing which type of still was used tells you whether a rum is going to be good. It doesn’t. Pot stills and column stills can certainly produce very different styles of spirit.… Continue reading Pot Still vs Column Still: What’s The Difference?
Why Older Rum Isn’t Always Better | Rum Knowledge #7
Surely an older rum must be a better rum? If one bottle has been aged for 20 years and another for 10, it seems perfectly reasonable to assume that the older rum should be better. It has spent twice as long maturing in a barrel. It will probably cost considerably more. And that impressive age… Continue reading Why Older Rum Isn’t Always Better | Rum Knowledge #7
If Spiced Rum Is So Bad, Why Is It So Popular? | Rum Knowledge #6
Spiced rum is incredibly popular. Walk into almost any supermarket, pub or bar and you’ll probably find several bottles of it.Captain Morgan. Dead Man’s Fingers. Kraken. Sailor Jerry. For many people, these aren’t just familiar names — they’re their introduction to the entire world of rum. There’s just one problem. I don’t like spiced rum.… Continue reading If Spiced Rum Is So Bad, Why Is It So Popular? | Rum Knowledge #6
Why Some Rums Have Added Sugar | Rum Knowledge #5
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
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 EVEN MORE Rums That Show How Diverse Rum Can Be | World Explorer #3
Just when you think you’ve discovered how diverse rum can be, there’s always somewhere else to explore. Across the first two World Explorer videos, we’ve already travelled through a remarkable range of countries, production methods and rum traditions. For World Explorer #3, we’re going even further. This time we’re travelling to Guyana, Jamaica, Haiti, South… Continue reading 5 EVEN MORE Rums That Show How Diverse Rum Can Be | World Explorer #3
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!)
