Mauritius rum & Spirit Drink
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Lazy Dodo
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Lazy Dodo
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Lazy Dodo by New Grove is a Mauritian rum made from molasses, with a character that leans clearly towards fruit. Distilled in a traditional column style, it presents a clean and approachable side of Mauritius rum without feeling anonymous.
Maturation in bourbon barrels adds a gentle wood note and a touch of spice, while the fruity side remains the main impression. At 40% alcohol, Lazy Dodo stays easy to enjoy, more about aromatic smoothness and charm than weight or force.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum that fits well for customers looking for a friendly introduction to New Grove and to rum from Mauritius. It has enough character to be interesting, while keeping a relaxed and welcoming style.
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New Grove 10y
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New Grove 10y is a molasses rum from Mauritius, made in a traditional column style and matured for at least ten years. It presents a mature side of Mauritian rum, with enough age to bring depth while keeping a sense of finesse.
The maturation in new French casks and cognac casks gives this cuvée much of its identity. There is structure from the wood, a measured spicy side and a clear fruity core. Bottling at 42% helps keep the rum refined rather than heavy.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a rum for customers who want to explore Mauritius through a well-aged, elegant style. It has presence, but it remains rounded and composed, with the cask influence supporting rather than overwhelming the fruit.
The aroma brings together citrus (…)New Grove Beau Plan Incl. Box
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New Grove Beau Plan Incl. Box
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New Grove Beau Plan is a Mauritian rum made from molasses and distilled in a traditional column still. Its style is led by fruit, with lighter layers of wood, spice, sweetness and a gentle floral touch shaping the background.
The maturation in bourbon and Cognac casks gives the rum extra structure without turning it into a heavily wood-driven expression. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a rum for customers who appreciate a clear, approachable style with enough detail to explore at a relaxed pace.
Bottled at 40%, New Grove Beau Plan remains clean and easy to follow. Its appeal lies in the combination of Mauritian origin, molasses-based production and maturation in two complementary cask types.
Fruit is the main impression here, supported (…)Lazy Dodo Pineapple & Vanilla
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Lazy Dodo Pineapple & Vanilla
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Lazy Dodo Pineapple & Vanilla is built on Mauritian rum and given a clear island character through Victoria pineapple and vanilla. It is a soft, fruity and sweet style of rum, with roasted pineapple taking the lead rather than heavy spice or oak.
The vanilla adds roundness and a gentle roasted note, making the rum feel smooth and approachable while keeping the tropical fruit character very easy to recognise.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see Lazy Dodo Pineapple & Vanilla as a flavourful choice for customers who enjoy rum with a pronounced fruit signature and a mellow, sweet finish.
The aroma is delicate, with roasted pineapple and vanilla coming through clearly. On the palate, the same pairing remains central: smooth roasted vanilla (…)Beach House White Spice
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Beach House White Spice
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Beach House White Spice is a rum from Mauritius, bottled at 40% alcohol and presented in a white spiced style.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, it stands out as a rum with a very clear identity. The name points to a lighter white rum expression with a spiced direction, while Mauritius gives the bottle its sense of origin.
No further production details or tasting description are supplied, so the story is best kept precise: Beach House rum from Mauritius, in a White Spice style, with an alcoholic strength of 40%.
No detailed tasting notes are provided for Beach House White Spice. Based on the available information, it can only be described as a white spiced rum from Mauritius, bottled at 40% alcohol; aroma, palate, texture and finish are not further (…)Arcane Extraroma
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Arcane Extraroma
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Arcane Extraroma 12y is a rum from Mauritius, carrying a 12-year age statement and bottled at 40% alcohol. Those are the key points here: a defined origin, a clear brand identity and an age indication that gives the bottle its place within the rum shelf.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would present this as a Mauritian rum for customers who prefer a product with straightforward information rather than an anonymous blend. The name Arcane Extraroma 12y keeps the focus on Arcane and on the twelve-year statement.
No further production details are provided in the available data, so the description remains deliberately precise: a 12-year-old Arcane rum from Mauritius at 40%.
No detailed tasting notes are supplied for Arcane Extraroma 12y, so specific (…)Turquoise Bay Amber Rum Incl. Box
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Turquoise Bay Amber Rum Incl. Box
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Turquoise Bay Amber Rum stands out first through its origin: Mauritius. That gives this amber rum a clear sense of place on the shelf, especially for drinkers who enjoy discovering rums beyond the most familiar origins.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would present this bottle as a straightforward way to explore a Mauritian rum without overcomplicating the choice. Bottled at 40%, Turquoise Bay Amber Rum keeps its positioning clear and approachable, with its island origin and amber rum style doing most of the talking.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Turquoise Bay Amber Rum. For that reason, we do not describe aromas, flavours, texture or finish that are not present in the available product information.Beach House Gold Spiced
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Beach House Gold Spiced
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Beach House Gold Spiced is a spiced rum from Mauritius, shaped around a clear combination of spice, fruitiness and sweetness. The name says a lot about its mood: a golden spiced rum with a bright, approachable character rather than a rum driven by heavy oak.
It is made from traditionally column-distilled rum and aged in oak casks, without an age statement. At 40%, it stays firmly within the classic strength for this style, while the flavour direction places the emphasis on warm spice, ripe fruit impressions and a gentle sweet edge.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see Beach House Gold Spiced as a rum for people looking for a Mauritian spiced expression with an easy, expressive personality. It does not need a complicated story to make its point: it is golden, (…)Blue Bay Wit
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Blue Bay Wit
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Blue Bay Wit is a white rum from Mauritius, presented in a clear and straightforward way under the Blue Bay name. With an alcohol strength of 37.5%, the available information keeps the focus on the essentials: a white rum with Mauritian origin.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottles like this are useful when someone is looking for a rum with a specific origin rather than a long technical story. Blue Bay Wit is therefore best understood as a Mauritian white rum with limited availability, as only the last bottles remain.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Blue Bay Wit. The confirmed details are that it is a white rum from Mauritius with an alcohol strength of 37.5%.Blue Bay Wit
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Blue Bay Wit
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Blue Bay Wit is a rum from Mauritius, bottled at 40% alcohol. The name points towards a white rum style, with the focus kept clear and uncomplicated: origin, category and strength are the key elements here.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of bottle that speaks through its straightforward identity rather than through a long technical story. As it is listed among the last bottles, availability within the range is limited.
No specific tasting notes are provided for Blue Bay Wit. For that reason, we do not add aromas, palate details or a finish that are not documented in the available product information.Bristol Black Spiced
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Bristol Black Spiced
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Bristol Black Spiced is a rum from Mauritius built around a clearly spiced identity. The name tells you quite a lot about its positioning: darker in mood, more seasoned in style, and aimed at those moments when a plain rum feels a little too restrained.
At 42% alcohol, it carries a firm bottling strength, though the available product details do not specify individual aromas, maturation or cask information. What stands out here is the combination of Mauritian origin, Bristol branding and the Black Spiced style.
Within the selection at Drankenshop Broekmans, this sits among the more characterful spiced rums. With only the last bottles remaining, it is also a release with limited availability.
No detailed tasting note is provided in the available (…)Bristol Mauritius White
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Bristol Mauritius White
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Bristol Mauritius White is a white rum from Mauritius, bottled at 43% alcohol. It presents itself in a very direct way: the focus is on origin and style, without an age statement or cask details competing for attention.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this bottle sits nicely among rums chosen for drinkers who like to explore provenance. Mauritius is the key element here, expressed in a white rum rather than in a darker or more maturation-driven style.
Only the last bottles remain, so this is not a release with broad ongoing availability. For anyone looking specifically at white rum from Mauritius, it is a concise and clearly positioned Bristol bottling.
No detailed tasting notes are provided for Bristol Mauritius White. The available information (…)Chamarel 2017 Habvel Incl. Box
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Chamarel 2017 Habvel Incl. Box
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Chamarel 2017 Habvel is a Mauritian rum made from sugar cane juice and bottled under the Velier name. It sits firmly in the more expressive side of rum, where the natural, green and aromatic qualities of cane take the lead rather than overt sweetness.
Distilled in 2017 on a pot still and bottled in 2026 at 9 years old, this is a single cask release with a Cognac finish. At 63%, it has the directness and concentration one would expect from a cask-strength bottling drawn from one individual cask.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum we place in front of customers who enjoy distinctive cask selections and want something with a clear identity. With the last bottles now available, it also carries the appeal of a limited release that captures one (…)Emperor Celebration Incl. Box
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Emperor Celebration Incl. Box
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Emperor Celebration is a rum from Mauritius with a name that immediately gives the bottle a festive tone. At Drankenshop Broekmans, its appeal lies in that clear identity: an Emperor rum from Mauritius, made using traditional column distillation.
Bottled at 42% alcohol, it sits a little above the most common entry-level strengths, although the available information does not provide specific flavour descriptors. The last-bottles indication also makes this a rum to consider while this particular Emperor Celebration is still on the shelf.
Its story is concise but distinctive: Mauritius, Emperor, a celebratory name and a classic production approach brought together in one bottle.
No detailed tasting notes have been supplied for Emperor Celebration, (…)Emperor Jubilee Cognac Incl. Box
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Emperor Jubilee Cognac Incl. Box
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Emperor Jubilee Cognac is a Mauritian rum with a name that immediately invites a closer look. Emperor brings together pot still and column distillation here, giving this release a clear identity within the rum category without needing an overly technical explanation.
The reference to French oak adds an important part of the story. It points to a rum where the cask choice matters, while the 40% strength keeps it in a familiar and approachable range. Its Mauritian origin also sets it apart from more everyday rum selections.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottles like this are interesting because they connect origin, distillation style and cask indication in a straightforward but meaningful way. With the last bottles now available, Emperor Jubilee Cognac also has the (…)Emperor Lily White Incl. Box
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Emperor Lily White Incl. Box
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Emperor Lily White is a rum from Mauritius, giving it a point of origin that immediately sets it apart from the more familiar rum regions many customers first think of. The Emperor name gives the bottle its brand identity, while Lily White keeps the presentation clear and distinctive.
At 42% alcohol, it sits just above the standard 40% strength often seen in rum, giving the bottling a little extra presence on paper without making unsupported claims about its flavour. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a focused choice for customers looking specifically at Mauritian rum from Emperor.
With only the last bottles remaining, this is a rum to consider while it is still part of the selection.
No specific tasting notes have been supplied for (…)Emperor London Bridge Incl. Box
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Emperor London Bridge Incl. Box
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Emperor London Bridge is a rum from Mauritius with a style built around more than one distillation approach. The name has a classic ring to it, yet the product itself is rooted in Mauritian rum and brings together pot still and column distillation.
That combination is the key point here. Rather than being defined by a single production style, this Emperor bottling is presented through the meeting of two distilling methods, with French Oak also forming part of its cask identity.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of rum that adds a different accent to a selection focused on character and origin. With the last bottles now indicated, it is also a release that is becoming more limited within our range.
No specific tasting notes were (…)Emperor Sherry Cask Incl. Box
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Emperor Sherry Cask Incl. Box
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Emperor Sherry Cask is a molasses-based rum from Mauritius, shaped by maturation in sherry casks. That cask influence gives the rum a warm aromatic direction, centred on candied fruit and spice, while the 40% strength keeps the style smooth and approachable.
Its multicolumn distillation points towards a clean, polished character, allowing the sherry-matured side to come through clearly. The most expressive elements here are fruit and spice, with gentle wood and a touch of sweetness supporting the whole rather than dominating it.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this Emperor release is the kind of rum we place in front of customers looking for something rounded, fragrant and distinctly Mauritian in origin. With only the last bottles remaining, it is also a rum that (…)Green Island Superior Light
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Green Island Superior Light
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Green Island Superior Light is a rum from Mauritius with a clear focus on a lighter style. Its name says a great deal already: this is Green Island presented in a straightforward, more delicate expression, with the Mauritian origin remaining part of its identity.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would place this bottle in front of someone looking for a rum that is easy to understand in style, without losing its sense of origin. Bottled at 40% alcohol, Green Island Superior Light sits firmly within the classic rum category while expressing the brand through a lighter interpretation.
More information about the brand can be found at https://www.greenislandrum.com/
No detailed tasting notes have been provided for Green Island Superior Light. Based on (…)Lazy Dodo Grapefruit & Litchi
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Lazy Dodo Grapefruit & Litchi
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Lazy Dodo Grapefruit & Litchi takes Mauritian rum in a bright, fruit-led direction. It is made with premium rum from Mauritius, carefully blended with grapefruit, local lychee and pepper. Rather than leaning on heavy spice or oak, its character is built around fresh fruit, gentle sweetness and a small touch of warming spice.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a spiced rum with a sunny, aromatic personality. Grapefruit brings freshness and lift, lychee adds a delicate sweetness, and pepper gives the flavour just enough warmth to keep it lively.
At 35% alcohol, Lazy Dodo Grapefruit & Litchi remains smooth and approachable while keeping a clear Mauritian rum base. It is a good bottle to explore when you want rum with a pronounced fruit accent and a (…)Lazy Dodo Passionfruit & Mango
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Lazy Dodo Passionfruit & Mango
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Lazy Dodo Passionfruit & Mango takes Mauritian rum in a distinctly tropical direction. It is made from premium rum from Mauritius, carefully blended with mango and passion fruit, so the fruit character sits right at the heart of the drink.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a spiced rum for anyone looking for something generous, exotic and fruit-driven. Mango brings ripe tropical sweetness, passion fruit adds a fragrant lift, and the sweet spice notes give it a rounded, gourmand edge.
At 35% ABV, Lazy Dodo Passionfruit & Mango remains approachable in style, with a long, pleasant finish that keeps the fruit character lingering.
The aroma is immediately tropical, with intense mango and passion fruit at the front. On the palate, the (…)Lazy Dodo VSOP Tube Incl.
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Lazy Dodo VSOP Tube Incl.
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Lazy Dodo VSOP is a molasses rum from Mauritius with a story that feels closely tied to place and people. It is presented as a tribute to Alain Vallet, an important figure at the Grays distillery, and is distilled in traditional columns in the village of Beau Plan.
The rum brings together the natural aromas of sugar cane and exotic fruit with 6 to 8 years of maturation. French oak, American oak and former peated whisky casks all play a role, giving the spirit warmth, roundness and a subtle smoky dimension alongside its fruit-driven core.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum we like to introduce when someone is looking for something with a clear identity: Mauritian sweetness and tropical fruit, shaped by oak and lifted by a gentle peated accent (…)Lazy Dodo XO Chronicles Incl. Box
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Lazy Dodo XO Chronicles Incl. Box
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Lazy Dodo XO Chronicles is a molasses-based rum from Mauritius, made in a traditional column-distilled style. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see it as a rum for those who enjoy a clear island origin with a profile that is more shaped by wood, spice and fruit than by heavy sweetness.
The bourbon barrel influence gives the rum its firm backbone, while the fruity and spiced sides bring warmth and movement. A light floral touch and gentle sweetness sit further in the background, keeping the overall impression composed rather than excessive.
Bottled at 40%, Lazy Dodo XO Chronicles remains approachable in strength while still offering enough structure for a relaxed tasting moment. More information about the brand can be found at https://www.newgrove.mu/
Mauricia Creation
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Mauricia Creation
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Mauricia Creation is a rum from Mauritius made in the sugar cane juice style. Its appeal lies in a more aromatic direction rather than a heavily woody or overtly sweet one, with floral and fruity elements at the centre of its profile.
At 48% ABV, it has enough strength to show its personality clearly. The traditional column distillation supports a clean, defined style where the sugar cane origin remains an important part of the story.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a Mauritian rum for drinkers who want to explore a brighter side of rum: expressive, lightly spiced and touched by a subtle vegetal note.
The flavour profile is led by floral and fruity impressions, with a light touch of spice in support. A subtle vegetal note adds (…)
Frequently asked questions
Answers to most frequently asked questions about rum
What is rum?
Rum is a liquor made from sugar cane. It can be made via molasses (the syrupy by-product of sugar production) or via fresh sugarcane juice. After fermentation and distillation, you have the base, which is then often aged in wooden barrels. As simple as it sounds, the result is versatile: from light and fresh to deep and complex.
Europe has imposed rules and distinguishes between "rum" and "spirit drink". A drink can only be called rum if it:
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is made from sugar cane products
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is fermented and distilled
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has a maximum alcohol content of 96% at distillation
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contains at least 37.5% alcohol at bottling
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contains no flavourings or large quantities of sugar
If producers do use extra flavourings, lots of sugar or other additives, it legally becomes "spirit drink" or "spirituose" instead of rum.
What is the difference between rum and spirit drink?
In Europe, this difference has come about mainly because of stricter and clearer rules around protected drink categories. "Rum" is not a non-committal marketing term in the EU, but a legally defined category. If a product does not exactly meet that definition, it can no longer officially be called rum and must be sold as a "spirit drink", for example.
The main rules are in the European geographical indications and spirit legislation, now under Regulation (EU) 2019/787.
The heart of the problem usually lies in one of these points:
- Added flavourings
Real rum may not simply be flavoured with, say, vanilla, chocolate or other distinct flavourings if it is still to be called "rum". Once the additives fall outside the permissible limits, it legally becomes a "spirit drink". - Added sugar or sweeteners
There are limits on how much sugar or sweetening can be added without losing the "rum" category. Some producers used to add relatively large amounts of sugar to make the drink softer or fuller. Stricter controls required those products to be relabelled. - Alcohol from other raw materials
Rum must come from sugar cane products such as molasses or sugar cane juice. If neutral alcohol of other origin is added (e.g. grain alcohol), the product falls outside the definition. - Production method or strength
Minimum alcohol percentages and production methods are also set by law.
Especially in recent years, enforcement has become stricter. As a result, you see that some brands that were sold as rum for years suddenly got "spirit drink", "spiced spirit drink" or "rum-based spirit drink" on the label.
A well-known example are certain "spiced rums". Many consumers still call them rum, but legally some of them cannot be called rum in Europe because they are too strongly flavoured or sweetened.
That does not necessarily mean the quality is worse - just that the product no longer fits within the strict EU definition of rum. Some enthusiasts actually find these stricter rules positive, as it makes it clearer what is pure rum and what is a flavoured variety.
Which rum is tasty?
The question "which rum is good?" seems simple, but the answer depends entirely on personal taste. Instead of immediately reaching for specific bottles, it makes more sense to first consider what you would like to drink. Do you like soft, sweet flavours like vanilla, caramel and honey, or do you rather prefer fresh and light notes like citrus and coconut? Maybe you just go for something more powerful with wood, spices and cocoa, or even a more pronounced, funky style with ripe fruit and an almost wild intensity. After all, rum is one of the most diverse spirits, and "tasty" means something different to everyone.
In addition, the moment also plays a role. A light, fresh rum comes into its own in cocktails and on hot days, while a richer, fuller rum is better suited to drinking on its own or as a digestif. There are also styles that sit somewhere in between: accessible enough for mixed drinks, but with enough character to appreciate solo as well.
By approaching the question in this way, you will not only discover what you yourself find a tasty rum, but you will also eventually begin to better understand why that rum suits you.
What types of rum are there?
The best-known subdivisions are white, gold and dark. White rum is bright, fresh and perfect for cocktails like mojito or daiquiri. Golden rum has a bit more body thanks to a short maturation. Dark rum matures longer and develops rich, spicy notes that you can safely drink pure. And then there is spiced rum, where spices like vanilla or cinnamon give it an extra sweet twist.
Broadly speaking, you can distinguish the following styles:
- White rum: clear and light in flavour
- Gold rum: golden, richer flavour than white rum with notes of caramel and vanilla
- Dark rum: dark, deep in colour, with rich and complex flavours such as molasses, chocolate and spices
- Spiced rum: flavoured with spices such as cinnamon, cloves and vanilla
- Overproof rum: high alcohol content, often above 50%
- Flavored rum: Added flavours such as coconut, pineapple or mango
What is English-style rum?
This rum is known for its full, rich and complex flavours. The English-style rum often has notes of molasses, caramel, fruit and spices.
This style rum is made from molasses and is often distilled in pot stills, resulting in a robust flavour profile. According to American Chemical Society, rums from pot stills contain more esters and higher alcohols, which contribute to the complex flavour.
Countries where the specific style of rum is traditionally produced include Jamaica, Barbados, Guyana and Trinidad. Well-known brands of English-style rums include Appleton Estate, Mount Gay and El Dorado.
What is Spanish-style rum?
Spanish-style rum ("Ron") is lighter and sweeter, with a smooth and refined taste. These rums often have notes of vanilla, caramel and tropical fruit.
It is made from molasses and often distilled in column stills, resulting in a lighter, purer rum. Column stills allow for more efficient distillation, giving the rum a more consistent character. Furthermore, these rums are often aged in a so-called Solera system.
Countries where the specific style of rum is traditionally produced: Cuba, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic and Venezuela, brands like Bacardi, Ron Zacapa and Havana Club probably sound familiar.
What is Rhum Agricole (French style)?
French-style rum has an earthy, grassy and sometimes floral flavour. It is often complex and can range from light and fresh to rich and spicy. It is a real "love it or hate it" type of rum: some swear by it and others revile it.
This rum is made from freshly squeezed sugarcane juice and usually distilled in pot stills. Production often follows strict standards, such as the AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) in Martinique, ensuring consistent and high-quality production.
Countries where this particular style of rum is traditionally produced: Martinique, Guadeloupe and Haiti. Well-known brands include Rhum Clément, Rhum JM and Barbancourt.
What do VS, VSOP and XO mean?
Unlike with cognac, these designations are not regulated within rum. These designations in rums therefore often say more about quality or style, but do not necessarily refer to an explicit (minimum) age of the spirit in the bottle.
How strong is rum?
Most rums are around 37.5% to 40% alcohol. But beware: there are also so-called overproof rums that easily exceed 60%. These will immediately spice up your cocktail - or provide a solid punch when drunk straight.
What is the difference between rum, cachaça and rhum agricole?
It's all in the base. Rum is usually made from molasses, while cachaça (from Brazil) and rhum agricole (from the French Caribbean) always come from fresh sugarcane juice. The result? Agricole and cachaça often have a somewhat grassy, spicy touch, while rum tends to be rounder and softer.
What rum do you use for cocktails?
For fresh mixed drinks such as a mojito or daiquiri, it is best to choose a light white rum. Tiki cocktails or a Dark 'n Stormy, on the other hand, get more depth from a dark or spicy rum. In short: your choice of rum makes all the difference in your glass.
Which rums can you drink pure?
Aged rums from Barbados, Jamaica or the Dominican Republic, for example, are often smooth, complex and ideal to enjoy pure. They can easily compete with a good whisky or cognac in terms of depth.
How does rum taste compared to whisky or brandy?
Rum tends to be sweeter and rounder thanks to the sugar cane. Whisky can be malty, spicy or smoky, while brandy is more likely to have fruity, wine-like notes. A matter of taste, but rum often has a more tropical character.
What is the maturation process for rum?
Rum usually matures in ex-bourbon barrels. Due to the warm climate in the Caribbean, this is faster than for whisky in Scotland. As a result, an 8-year-old rum can already taste surprisingly intense.
What is the difference between pot still rum and column still rum?
- Pot still-rum is rich, powerful and complex because it is distilled in smaller batches.
- Column still-rum is lighter and cleaner, ideal for blending.
Many brands combine both styles to get a balanced profile.
What does "solera" or "solera system rum" mean on a rum bottle?
Solera System rum refers to a maturation method where young and old rums flow together. In a Solera System, barrels of different ages are stacked on top of each other, with the oldest rum sitting at the bottom. Bottles are filled from these lower barrels, and then the barrel is replenished with rum from the row above, and so on. The result is a blend of quite a few different ages that results in a flavourful, complex final product that is still consistent in quality, style and recognisability. Because the oldest barrels at the bottom are always diluted with younger rums, the final product in a properly functioning Solera system, after decades of production, basically still contains traces of the very first, oldest rum the process ever started with.
The year number on the bottle then often refers to the oldest rum in the blend, not the average age.
Is rum always made from sugar cane?
Yes, that is a must. Whether it is molasses or sugarcane juice, rum must always come from sugarcane. Other sugars (beet, palm, etc.) are officially outside the definition.
The base for a rum can usually be reduced to one of the following groups:
- Molasses (molasses, syrup): Molasses is fermented and distilled, after which the rum can be aged in barrels. Molasses is a by-product of sugar production and contains many sugars that are converted into alcohol and complex flavourings during fermentation.
- Suger Cane Juice : This rum is known for its natural, unadulterated taste of sugar cane. In this rum, the juice is directly fermented and then distilled.
- Spiced rum: Base rum to which spices and sometimes additional flavours are added during or after the distillation process.
- Sugar Cane Syrup: Sugar cane syrup is fermented and distilled. The use of sugar cane syrup gives the rum a more concentrated and pure sugar cane flavour.
- Sugar Cane Honey: This substance, also known as "miel de caña" in Spanish, is a thick, syrupy liquid obtained by boiling the juice of sugar cane until it thickens, but before it crystallises into sugar. This method is less common and results in a rum with a unique, rich flavour.
- Arranged rum: Base rum is mixed with various flavourings and left to macerate for some time. This gives the rum a distinct and often sweet profile.
What is molasses?
Molasses is a syrupy by-product of sugar refining. It is created when sugar cane or sugar beet is processed to produce sugar.
What is the difference between white and dark rum?
The difference between white and dark rums is mainly in the production methods and ageing times, resulting in different flavours, colours and uses. White rum is clear and translucent, has a mild and light flavour with subtle notes, and is often aged for a shorter time than dark rum, usually in stainless steel tanks or neutral barrels to preserve its colour. This rum type is popular in cocktails such as mojitos and daiquiris, where a subtle rum flavour is desired without affecting the colour of the drink.
Dark rum, on the other hand, is dark brown to almost black in colour, with a rich and full-bodied flavour that contains complex notes of caramel, vanilla and sometimes spices. This rum is aged longer in oak barrels, which contributes to its dark colour and rich flavour. Sometimes caramel is also added for extra colour and flavour. Dark rum is often used in cocktails where a stronger rum flavour is desired, such as in a rum old fashioned, or drunk pure as a sipping rum.
What is the history of rum?
Rum was first produced in the Caribbean in the 17th century, with the first documented production in Barbados around 1650. Production quickly spread to North America, especially to the colonies in New England, where rum became an important trade product.
Rum played a crucial role in the transatlantic slave trade, also known as the Triangular Trade. Slaves from Africa were brought to the Caribbean to work on sugar cane plantations, while sugar and rum were shipped to Europe and North America. Locals and workers often had access to the rum produced locally, making it a popular drink among the lower social classes. This gave rum a negative connotation and it was seen as the drink for the poor. Today, this image has completely changed is rum is a versatile and popular drink.
Why is rum so strongly associated with pirates?
In the 17th and 18th centuries, rum was the means of payment and exchange in the Caribbean. Sailors often received a ration of rum as part of their wages. No wonder pirates and rum have been inextricably linked ever since.
Where can I buy rum?
Basic rums like a brown Havana Club can be found in any shop or supermarket these days, but there is so much more! With over 1,000 rums in our range, Drankenshop Broekmans is the right place for all your rum needs, no matter what colour, flavour, profile, brand, country or price range you are looking for.
Mauritius rum & Spirit Drink at Drankenshop Broekmans
At Drankenshop Broekmans, you will find a large and diverse selection of rum & spirit drink. Drankenshop Broekmans offers 47 different bottles of Mauritius rum & Spirit Drink in its assortment. Quickly discover the full range of Mauritius rum & Spirit Drink online or in-store.
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