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Rhum Agricole: The Other Rum

By Monday, May 5, 2014

By Lauren Viera, Special to Tribune Newspapers 4:16 pm, May 2, 2014 With summer on the horizon, mojitos and daiquiris are poised for heavy rotation on the patio circuit. But before you reach for the same old bottle of gold or spiced rum, consider an upgrade: rhum agricole. French for agricultural rum, rhum agricole is a unique style ...

“NOUVEAU RIFF”

By Thursday, May 1, 2014

of the French Caribbean Classic TI PUNCH CHALLENGE We cordially invite you to share with us, your ‘riff on a classic Ti Punch, inspired by the culture of the French Caribbean. Organized as a roaming, regional cocktail challenge, “Nouveau ‘Riff” provides an opportunity to submit your creation and showcase your talents behind your actual bar. Recipes must include ...

“The Islands” Issue of Drink Me Magazine

By Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Founded in 2009, Drink Me Magazine is the leading niche print publication for reaching on-the-ground drinks enthusiasts. Distributed by hand in leading wine, cocktail, craft beer, bars and premium retailers in core markets, Drink Me Magazine is the first guide consumers and industry professionals grab when out on the town. Each issue is packed with ...

Rhum Agricole Category Maturing:

By Thursday, March 20, 2014

Clement Introduces Two New Expressions In The US Market With the explosive gain in interest towards “Agricole”-style Rums of late, Rhum Clément, one of the leading producers of AOC Martinique Rhum Agricole, is answering the call and adding two exquisite rums to its current US portfolio. Considered the fundamental opposite of industrial rum distilled from molasses, a ...

Rhum Clement Ti’Punch London & Midland Heats

By Thursday, March 6, 2014

32 bartenders, a twist on the classic Ti’Punch and two trips to Martinique for the winners. The Ti’Punch is a drink very traditional to Martinique, which is also the home of Rhum Clement. Historically the Ti’Punch contains rhum agricole, lime juice and sugar/cane syrup. The bartender’s mission was to create a twist on this drink whilst ...

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