How I Prepare for a Rum Tasting

How I Prepare for a Rum Tasting

Key takeaways: Start rum tasting by analyzing appearance, aroma, and flavor to appreciate the craftsmanship behind each spirit. Select a diverse lineup of rums from different regions and age profiles…
How I Embraced Rum Education Workshops

How I Embraced Rum Education Workshops

Key takeaways: Workshops provide hands-on learning experiences that enhance knowledge through tasting and collaboration. Different types of rum workshops cater to various interests, including tasting, mixology, distillation, food pairing, and…
How I Engaged with Distillers at Events

How I Engaged with Distillers at Events

Key takeaways: Effective event preparation includes researching distilleries, prioritizing schedules, and allowing time to enjoy the overall experience. Building connections with distillers involves observing the environment, starting conversations with genuine…
How I Enjoyed Rum in a Unique Venue

How I Enjoyed Rum in a Unique Venue

Key takeaways: Unique venues, such as speakeasies and distilleries, significantly enhance the rum-drinking experience through atmosphere and immersion in the drink's history. Choosing the right rum style—light, dark, or spiced—can…
How I Curated a Perfect Rum Flight

How I Curated a Perfect Rum Flight

Key takeaways: Understanding rum varieties is crucial, with distinctions such as light, dark, spiced, and aged rums contributing to different tasting experiences. Creating a curated rum flight involves selecting rums…
How I Discovered Rum Flavor Profiles

How I Discovered Rum Flavor Profiles

Key takeaways: Rum flavors are influenced by factors such as terroir, production methods, fermentation techniques, and aging processes. Different types of rum, including white, gold, dark, spiced, and aged, offer…
How I Choose My Favorite Rums

How I Choose My Favorite Rums

Key takeaways: The balance of sweetness and complexity in rums is essential, with unique production methods enhancing their character. Different types of rum—white, spiced, gold, dark, and aged—offer distinct flavor…
How I Discovered Rare Rums

How I Discovered Rare Rums

Key takeaways: The journey into discovering rums began with an unexpected sip that evoked strong memories and curiosity. Understanding different rum varieties enhanced appreciation for craftsmanship and storytelling behind each…