Spirits that are made from sugarcane are made in a vast range of styles under sometimes conflicting and incongruous techniques in several dozen countries around the world. And yet, they are almost all considered, simply, “rum.” For some producers, the spirit is all about long, funky fermentations and flavorful pot-distillation. Others prize a light and elegant ...
The Best Rums for Scotch Lovers
“Everyone knows rum is great for making cocktails, but it’s also a fantastic sipping spirit,” says Minnick. “Whiskies and brandies are what people have traditionally ordered to drink neat. Well, I say it’s high time to pour two fingers of the world’s best rum and enjoy it in all its complexity and diversity.” Check out the ...
Tastemakers 2017: Barbara Reynolds & German Vasquez of The Bottle Shop
The Sugarcane Press is celebrating our r(h)um community and recognizing Columbus Monthly for their article, Tastemakers 2017: Barbara Reynolds & German Vasquez of The Bottle Shop. We are always eager to share innovative r(h)um cocktails developed by the best industry professionals. Barbra Reynolds & German Vasquez of The Bottle Shop moved to Columbus from Miami and ...
The French Connection – A Cheat Sheet for the French Caribbean Rhums and the AOC
CocktailWonk conveys the captivating essence of one of the Caribbean's natural treasures, Rhum Agricole. From the history of Rhum Agricole to a breakdown of the active French Distilleries and brands in the Caribbean - CocktailWonk captures it all in this extremely comprehensive and insightful article, introducing key concepts of French styled rum. Within the rum world, once you move ...
A inside look to the biggest volcanic disaster in modern history
Did you know that the biggest volcanic disaster in modern history happened in 1902 at Mt. Pelée in Martinique - just steps from Rhum J.M? This article is a great look inside what happened on May 8th, Ascension day. On May 5, events took a deadly turn when a massive lahar broke through the crater wall ...