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Centenario Tasting Set 4*5cl (12y, 20y, 25y & 30y)
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Centenario Tasting Set 4*5cl (12y, 20y, 25y & 30y)
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The Centenario Tasting Set brings together four Costa Rican rums in miniature format: 12, 20, 25 and 30 years old. It is designed as a guided tasting through the more mature side of Centenario, showing how age, wood influence and aromatic depth can evolve within one rum house.
Made from molasses, distilled in a multicolumn style and matured in bourbon barrels, the set gives you more than a simple sample selection. It lets you compare several aged expressions side by side, moving through round sweetness, fruit, spice and increasing structure from the oak.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a thoughtful choice for a comparative tasting or as a gift with real tasting value. It is especially enjoyable when you want to explore the Centenario style in stages (…)Admiral Rodney Formidable
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Admiral Rodney Formidable
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Admiral Rodney Formidable is a molasses rum from St. Lucia that puts its emphasis on style rather than an age statement. This multivintage release brings together different vintages, distilled in a Coffey Still and matured in American oak. The result is a rum shaped by cask influence, spice and fruit rather than by sweetness alone.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a bottle for customers who enjoy rum with a little more structure and definition. There is a gentle sweet note in the background, but the main impression is built around wood, spice and fruity depth. At 40% alcohol, it remains approachable while still offering enough character to spend time with.
The flavour profile centres on wood, spice and fruit, with sweetness playing a gentler (…)Admiral Rodney Hms Princessa
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Admiral Rodney Hms Princessa
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Expected: 06/11/2026Admiral Rodney HMS Princessa is a molasses-based rum from St. Lucia with a character shaped by more than one production angle. It brings together pot still and column distillation, giving the rum a broader foundation than a single-method style would suggest.
It is also presented as multivintage, so the focus is not on one stated age but on a composition drawn from different years. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as part of its appeal: a St. Lucian rum built around structure, with wood, spice and fruit forming the main line of the experience.
Bottled at 40%, Admiral Rodney HMS Princessa remains moderate in strength, while still showing a clearly defined profile. The emphasis sits on woody, spicy and fruity tones, with lighter floral and sweet accents in (…)Black Tot Last Consignment Mini
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Black Tot Last Consignment Mini
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Black Tot Last Consignment Mini is a molasses-based rum bottled at 54.3%, so it keeps a firm, full-strength presence rather than being softened into an easy-drinking style. The mini format makes it a compact way to explore this Black Tot release while still retaining its serious character.
Its appeal lies in the way it brings together several elements: a multivintage composition and rum distilled through both pot still and column still methods. That points to a bottle shaped by blending and contrast rather than by a single vintage or one production style. At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of small-format rum we like for customers who want to taste with attention and compare character rather than simply choose by category.
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Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve
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Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve is built around blending rather than a single age statement. As a multivintage molasses rum, made from both pot still and column still distillates, it brings together different styles and years into one cask strength release.
At 54.5%, this is presented with real presence. The supplied flavour profile points toward wood, spice and fruit as the main pillars, with only lighter floral and vegetal touches and no pronounced sweetness. That gives the rum a more structured, assertive direction than a soft, sugar-led style.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as one of those rums where the interest lies in the composition: the way different distillation styles and vintages are brought together under the Black Tot name. With only (…)Black Tot Navy Last Con
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Black Tot Navy Last Con
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Expected: 27/10/2026Black Tot Navy Last Con is a molasses-based rum bottled at 54.3% cask strength. That strength matters here: it gives the rum a direct, firmly built presence, with wood, spice and fruit allowed to come through without being overly softened.
The rum brings together pot still and column distillation, giving it a broader construction than a single-style bottling. The pot still element adds weight to the overall style, while the column component helps keep the profile defined. Its multivintage nature also points to a composed rum, built from different elements rather than tied to one single vintage.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this sits comfortably among the more robust rums in the selection. It is especially interesting for drinkers looking for a serious, (…)Dictador 2 Masters 1978 Hardy Cognac Finish
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Dictador 2 Masters 1978 Hardy Cognac Finish
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Dictador 2 Masters 1978 Hardy Cognac Finish is a Colombian rum built around time, cask character and scarcity. Distilled in 1978 and bottled on 13 August 2018, it carries an age statement of 39 years. The name points clearly to its Cognac Finish, with Hardy forming part of the identity of this release.
This is not a broad-volume bottling. It comes from a single cask, with only 360 bottles produced, and the last bottles indication gives it an extra sense of rarity. At Drankenshop Broekmans, a rum like this stands apart because it brings together mature Colombian rum, a defined cask finish and a very limited release.
The distillation style combines pot still and column distillation, bottled at 41% alcohol. Its profile places fruit and spice at the centre, with (…)Eminente Reserva 7y
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Eminente Reserva 7y
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Eminente Reserva 7y is a Cuban molasses rum with a strong sense of origin. The brand places it in the heart of Cuba, on the island known to its inhabitants as the isla del cocodrilo, a name inspired by its unusual crocodile-like shape. It carries a Cuban imagination, yet looks beyond the familiar colours of Havana toward a wilder interior setting.
The Reserva follows the path of the great cane spirits once produced in Cuba in the 19th century, a tradition the brand wants to bring back into focus. It is traditionally column distilled, tropically matured and aged in American oak, with 7 years of maturation giving it more depth while retaining the lighter Cuban style. The Cuban Protected Designation of Origin adds further weight to its identity.
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English Harbour 90th Anniversary
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English Harbour 90th Anniversary is a limited edition rum from Antigua, built around a blend of some of the rarest rums from Antigua Distillery. The rums in the blend have matured for 5 to 12 years, so the emphasis is not on a single age statement, but on the way different stages of maturity are brought together.
A major part of its personality comes from the range of casks used in the blend. Armagnac, Cognac, Calvados, Tokaji and Sauternes casks all contribute to a layered style, with fruit, nuts, pastry-like notes and spice woven through the rum's character.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a rum for drinkers who enjoy detail and composition rather than straightforward sweetness alone. Its Antiguan origin, traditional column distillation and (…)Fwi #2 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Fwi #2 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Fwi #2 by Old Brothers is a molasses-based rum from Barbados, bottled at 47.1% and shaped by a combination of pot still and column distillation. Rather than relying on an age statement, this release puts the focus on composition, style and the choices made in the blend.
Maturation in Bourbon Barrel gives the rum a measured wood influence, while the multivintage character points to an assemblage built from more than one vintage. That makes the bottling feel more about selection and balance than about a single fixed point in time.
Only 1,528 bottles were produced, and with the last bottles now in circulation, Fwi #2 has a naturally limited feel. At Drankenshop Broekmans, it sits well among independent Barbados rums for drinkers who enjoy fruit, spice and a (…)Jamaica & Trinidad 5y+7y (The Nectar - Daily Dram)
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Jamaica & Trinidad 5y+7y (The Nectar - Daily Dram)
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Jamaica & Trinidad 5y+7y from Daily Dram is a molasses rum with a direct, assertive presence. Bottled by The Nectar under the Daily Dram label, it brings Jamaica and Trinidad together in a small release that feels very much aimed at drinkers who enjoy independent rum bottlings with a clear cask-driven identity.
There is plenty here to set the tone: pot still and column distillation, maturation in a bourbon barrel, a 5y+7y age indication and a multivintage composition. Bottled at cask strength at 70%, it presents the rum in a powerful form, without softening the message of the cask.
Within the Drankenshop Broekmans selection, this is the kind of bottle we would point out to someone looking for rum beyond the rounder, more polished styles. With only 200 (…)Lpch #2 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Lpch #2 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Old Brothers LPCH #2 is a Jamaican molasses rum, pot still distilled and bottled at 47.1%. It immediately points towards a rum with a clear sense of origin and method, rather than a soft, anonymous style.
This is a multivintage release drawn from a Bourbon Barrel, with no age statement. That shifts the focus away from a number on the label and towards the selection itself: how the different vintages come together, and how the cask frames the rum without turning it into a purely oak-driven expression.
Only 1176 bottles were filled, and the remaining stock is now marked as last bottles. At Drankenshop Broekmans, this makes LPCH #2 a particularly relevant choice for drinkers looking for Jamaican pot still rum with a fruit-and-spice driven profile, where (…)Lpch #3 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Lpch #3 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Old Brothers Lpch #3 is a Jamaican molasses rum bottled at 47.8% in a 50 cl format. Rather than being built around an age statement, it puts the focus on style: pot still distillation, a multivintage composition and maturation in a bourbon barrel.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum that stands out for drinkers looking for something with a clearly defined identity. With only the last bottles remaining, it has become a less common find, especially for those drawn to a rum where spice and fruit carry the expression without sweetness taking the lead.
The bourbon barrel influence stays in a supporting role, adding a light touch of wood while leaving room for the rum's own profile. Its main impression is spiced and fruity, with softer floral and (…)Mgb Batch 2 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Mgb Batch 2 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Mgb Batch 2 by Old Brothers is a Martinique rum rooted in sugar cane juice rather than a broadly sweet rum style. It is a multivintage release, bottled at cask strength at 47.9%, without an age statement taking the spotlight.
The bourbon barrel maturation gives the rum some woody structure, but the main impression is built around fruit and spice. Floral and vegetal touches sit more quietly in the background, adding detail without making the profile feel heavy.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum we place in front of curious drinkers who enjoy cane-juice character and a bottling that has not been softened into a generic style. With the last bottles remaining, Mgb Batch 2 feels like a focused and limited discovery rather than a standard shelf (…)Mount Gay Discovery 3*20cl (Eclipse, Black Barrel & Xo)
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Mount Gay Discovery 3*20cl (Eclipse, Black Barrel & Xo)
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The Mount Gay Discovery set is built around three 20 cl bottles: Eclipse, Black Barrel and XO. Rather than presenting just one rum, it gives you a compact way to explore three different sides of Mount Gay in the same giftpack.
The setting is Barbados, with molasses-based rum and distillation through pot still and column still. That makes the set more than a sampler in the simple sense; it invites comparison and gives a clearer view of how Mount Gay presents its range across different releases.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a thoughtful choice for someone who enjoys discovering rum through contrast. With an indicated strength of 43%, the set has enough presence to keep the tasting engaging, while the 20 cl format makes it easy to open, compare and (…)Saint James La Verticale 7l (Set 10 Bottles)
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Saint James La Verticale 7l (Set 10 Bottles)
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Saint James La Verticale is built around comparison. Rather than presenting one single bottle, this gift set brings together ten bottles with a total volume of 7 litres, offering a multi-vintage look at Saint James rum from Martinique.
The set is tied together by traditional column distillation and maturation in bourbon barrels. In a vertical selection, those shared elements matter: they give a common thread, while the different vintages invite a more patient way of tasting. At 47% alcohol, the rums have enough strength to be approached with attention rather than treated as a casual pour.
For Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum set that belongs in a more specialist conversation. It has the presentation of a gift pack, the interest of a collector's (…)Trois Rivières Triple Millesime 2006-2014-2016 Tube Incl.
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Trois Rivières Triple Millesime 2006-2014-2016 Tube Incl.
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Trois Rivières Triple Millesime 2006-2014-2016 is a Martinique rum built around the idea of named vintages. Rather than presenting itself through a single age statement, it brings together three clearly identified years: 2006, 2014 and 2016.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum that invites a more thoughtful conversation. The label gives you something concrete to work with: Trois Rivières, Martinique, 42% alcohol and a multivintage composition with three stated millésimes.
It is an interesting bottle for drinkers who enjoy provenance and structure in a rum. The appeal lies in the clarity of the concept: a Martinique release shaped around three different years, without relying on a conventional age statement.
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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.
