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Bacardi Carta Blanca Heritage
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Bacardi Carta Blanca Heritage
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Bacardi Carta Blanca Heritage is a rum where the name carries the main message: Bacardi, Carta Blanca and Heritage brought together in one bottling. The rum comes from Mexico and is bottled at 44.5% alcohol.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would introduce this bottle as a specific Bacardi release rather than dressing it up with details that are not provided. For customers looking for Bacardi Carta Blanca Heritage in particular, the interest lies in its clear brand identity, its Mexican origin and its stated strength of 44.5%.
No official tasting notes are included in the available product information for Bacardi Carta Blanca Heritage. For that reason, we do not add unconfirmed aromas, flavours, texture or finish. The confirmed details are that this is a Bacardi (…)Capitan General Anejo 10y
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Capitan General Anejo 10y
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Capitan General Anejo 10y is a Mexican rum with its age statement placed right at the centre of the name: 10 years. That immediately gives the bottle a more mature positioning than a young, straightforward rum, while staying within a classic 40% strength.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of rum that speaks to customers looking for a clear origin, a stated age and a bottle that is no longer present in large quantities. The last-bottles indication makes it a release to consider while it is still in stock.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Capitan General Anejo 10y. For that reason, the tasting description is kept to the available facts: a Mexican rum at 40%, carrying a 10-year age statement.Deadhead 6y
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Deadhead 6y
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Deadhead 6y is a Mexican rum with its six-year age statement placed clearly in the name. That gives the bottle a straightforward identity: a rum from Mexico, presented without needing a long list of claims to make its point.
At 40% alcohol, it sits at a familiar drinking strength for rum. Within the selection at Drankenshop Broekmans, Deadhead 6y is the kind of bottle we would point out to someone curious about Mexican rum and looking for a release with a clear, easy-to-understand profile.
More information about the brand can be found at https://www.deadheadrum.com/
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Deadhead 6y. For that reason, we do not add aromas, flavours or finish details that are not supported by the available product (…)Deadhead 6y Mini
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Deadhead 6y Mini
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Deadhead 6y Mini is a Mexican spiced rum in a smaller format, built around a lively mix of spice, fruit and sweetness. It does not lean on heavy oak character; the appeal is more in its warm, aromatic style and the way the sweeter side is supported by a clear spiced profile.
The rum is 6 years old, made using a multicolumn distilling style and bottled at 40%. Oak cask maturation forms part of its background, while the flavour direction remains focused on spice, fruit and rounded sweetness, with only a light floral accent.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this Deadhead Mini fits well as a way to get acquainted with the brand, especially for anyone looking for a Mexican spiced rum with a compact bottle size and a clearly defined style.
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Deadhead Dark Choco
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Deadhead Dark Choco is a Mexican spiced rum with a name that sets the tone straight away: dark, sweet and built around the idea of chocolate. At Drankenshop Broekmans, it sits among the more flavour-led rums, where the appeal comes from a clear taste direction rather than an age statement or pronounced cask story.
There is no age statement here, and the rum is made in a multicolumn style. The supplied profile points strongly toward sweetness, with spice and fruit playing a clear supporting role. At 35% alcohol, the emphasis remains on an expressive spiced rum character rather than heavy wood influence.
Additional information about the brand can be found at https://www.deadheadrum.com/
Deadhead Dark Choco moves firmly in a sweet direction, with (…)El Ron Prohibido Gran Reserva 15y
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El Ron Prohibido Gran Reserva 15y
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El Ron Prohibido Gran Reserva 15y is a Mexican molasses rum with a 15-year statement and maturation in bourbon barrels. It sits in a style where the fruit-driven side of the rum remains clear, while the cask adds a gentle touch rather than taking over.
Traditional column distillation and the use of a solera system shape a rounded, layered expression. The flavour profile points to fruit as the main theme, supported by light wood, mild spice and a measured sweetness.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum we would introduce to someone looking for a Mexican Gran Reserva with maturity and softness, but without an overly heavy oak or spice character.
The flavour profile is led by fruit, with sweetness playing a supporting role rather than (…)El Ron Prohibido Reserva 12y
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El Ron Prohibido Reserva 12y
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El Ron Prohibido Reserva 12y presents Mexican rum with a clear sense of origin. Rather than leaning on the more familiar rum-producing countries, this bottle places Mexico at the centre, with the name Reserva 12y giving it a more mature and considered position within the El Ron Prohibido range.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottles like this are interesting because they help broaden the way customers look at rum. This is a 40% Mexican rum with a clear age statement in its name, offering a distinct point of comparison alongside other rum styles and origins.
For drinkers who enjoy exploring rum through provenance and identity, El Ron Prohibido Reserva 12y has a clear place on the shelf.
No specific tasting notes were provided for El Ron Prohibido (…)El Ron Prohibido Reserva 22y
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El Ron Prohibido Reserva 22y
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El Ron Prohibido Reserva 22y is a Mexican molasses-based rum built around maturity and a softer sense of depth. With its 22-year indication and solera system, it presents itself as a rum shaped by time rather than by raw intensity.
Its multicolumn distillation suggests a clean, composed base, while the available flavour profile points most clearly towards sweetness. Light fruit, spice and floral notes sit in a supporting role, and wood is not shown as the driving force of the profile.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this El Ron Prohibido stands out as a Mexican reserva for those who enjoy rum with a mellow, mature presence: 40% alcohol, solera ageing, and a style that leans more towards round sweetness than heavy oak.
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Los Valientes 10y 50cl
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Los Valientes 10y is a Mexican rum with a clear ten-year age statement, giving it an immediate point of identity. For drinkers who enjoy looking beyond the more familiar rum origins, that Mexican provenance is one of the details that makes this bottle stand out.
Bottled at 40% vol., it sits at a classic drinking strength, while the ten-year indication adds a sense of maturity without overcomplicating the story. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of rum that suits customers who want something different, but still appreciate a clear and straightforward presentation.
The 50 cl format makes it a little more compact than a standard bottle. With only the last bottles remaining, Los Valientes 10y is worth considering while it is still available in the (…)Macollo Anejo 7y
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Macollo Anejo 7y
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Macollo Anejo 7y is a Mexican rum that immediately draws attention through the age statement in its name. The 7-year indication gives it a clear position: this is presented as an Anejo rum rather than a young, unaged-style release.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, it sits nicely among bottles for customers who enjoy exploring rum beyond the most familiar origins. Mexico is the defining point here, giving Macollo Anejo 7y a sense of discovery within the rum category.
Bottled at 38% ABV, it stays moderate in strength for a rum. As only the last bottles remain, this is not a release that will stay available indefinitely.
No specific tasting notes are provided for Macollo Anejo 7y in the available product information. For that reason, its aromas, palate, (…)Macollo Black 12y
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Macollo Black 12y
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Macollo Black 12y is a Mexican rum with a clear focus on maturity. The 12-year age statement gives the bottle its main point of interest, while the 38% alcohol strength keeps it in a familiar drinking range for many rum drinkers.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, it stands out as a slightly different choice within the rum selection. Mexico is not the most obvious origin customers ask for first, and that makes Macollo Black 12y worth pausing over for anyone who enjoys discovering rum beyond the usual names.
Only the last bottles remain, and the rum has clearly found an audience. That gives it a quiet sense of urgency without turning it into a hard sell: simply a well-liked bottle with limited availability.
No specific aroma, palate or finish notes were (…)Paranubes
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Paranubes
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Paranubes is a Mexican rum made from sugar cane juice, and that immediately sets the tone. Rather than leaning on a wood-driven style, it puts the raw material at the centre: floral, fruity and lightly vegetal, with the kind of directness that makes sugar cane juice rum so distinctive.
At 54% ABV, it carries real presence. The traditional column distillation supports a clear, focused style, allowing the cane-driven character to come through with intensity rather than heavy sweetness or oak influence.
Within the selection at Drankenshop Broekmans, Paranubes stands out for drinkers looking beyond the more familiar rum styles. It has found an audience among customers who enjoy a purer, more expressive take on rum, and these are now the last bottles available.
Paranubes Anejo Tequila
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Paranubes Anejo Tequila
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Paranubes Añejo Tequila is a distinctive Mexican rum made from pure cane juice. It starts from Paranubes Blanco, then matures for 18 months in Rio Tuerto, Oaxaca, where the tropical climate gives the cask influence a clear voice.
The ageing takes place in American oak ex-tequila casks from Cascahuin, adding a deeper layer to the naturally earthy, sweet and saline style of Paranubes. At 54.9% ABV, it has real presence, yet the identity of the cane juice remains central rather than being pushed aside by the wood.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of bottle we like to point out to rum drinkers who enjoy character, origin and maturation working together in a more individual way.
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Paranubes Cana Morada Batch 2
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Paranubes Cana Morada Batch 2 is a Mexican rum with a very clear point of view: it is made from 100% pure cane juice and from one single sugarcane variety, Cana Morada. Rather than building its identity around blending or added complexity, it puts the cane itself at the centre of the glass.
At 54.5% ABV, it has a direct, assertive presence, while still keeping the focus on the character of the raw material. At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum we like to show to drinkers who enjoy discovering how much difference one cane variety can make.
As Batch 2, and with only the last bottles remaining, it has a certain appeal for those who follow distinctive pure cane juice rums and enjoy releases with a more specific identity. Additional information about (…)Paranubes Morada
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Paranubes Morada
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Paranubes Morada is a Mexican rum made from sugar cane juice, giving it a more direct and expressive identity than rums built around sweetness or oak influence. Its character is shaped by floral, spiced and fruity elements, with a lighter vegetal edge underneath.
Distilled in a pot still and bottled at 54.4%, Morada sits firmly in a bold style. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a rum for drinkers who enjoy the raw material speaking clearly, rather than a profile led by wood or sugary roundness.
It has found a strong following, and with only the last bottles remaining, this is a good moment to discover this particular Paranubes release while it is still part of our selection. Additional information about the brand can be found at (…)
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.
