Navy Rum and the Black Tot, 50 Years Later
Rum expert Matt Pietrek goes back in history to break down naval rum rations and Black Tot Day, which occurred July 31, 1970.
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In this column, Bevvy’s resident Rum Master, Matt Pietrek, waxes poetic on all things rum—from common misconceptions and global trends, to the tireless efforts and initiatives by rum enthusiasts to boost the profile of this noble spirit. Raise a glass, and follow along.
A Renegade Rum Maker Rises in Grenada
Grenada’s Renegade Rum distillery is harnessing the power of terroir.
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Angostura Rums Are Nothing to Be Bitter About
Their bitters have been famous for over a century, but Angostura is also among the largest rum makers in the world.
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Guyana Makes Liquid Gold at Demerara Distillers
Some of the world’s best rum comes from the small South American country of Guyana.
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Plantation’s Alexandre Gabriel on Rum’s Past and Future
Alexandre Gabriel has been in the spirits industry for more than 30 years. Here he talks about rum innovations and his philosophies on making spirits.
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Talking Rum With Spiribam’s Benjamin Jones
Over the past 15 years, Benjamin Jones has worked tirelessly to bring Martinique rhum agricole to North American consumers by way of the Rhum Clément and Rhum J.M brands.
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Rum Expert Luca Gargano on Truth in Labeling and Tropical Aging
Part two of our interview series with outspoken rum legend Luca Gargano.
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On the Record With Rum Legend Luca Gargano
One-on-one with Luca Gargano, the Italian owner of Velier SpA and the world’s foremost rum collector.
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What Exactly Is Navy Rum?
Marketers don’t make it easy, but we’re breaking down what you need to know about navy style and navy strength rums.
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The Best Rums Under $30 for the Aspiring Rum Enthusiast
Resident Rum Master Matt Pietrek recommends the best bottles under $30.
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Cask Finished Rums: Great Idea or Gimmick?
There are many directions a brand can take when looking to make something unique. Add “cask finishing” to that list.
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Rum, Rhum, Ron: What’s the Difference? – Part 2
The next chapter in rum expert Matt Pietrek’s treatise on cane spirits.
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Rum, Rhum, Ron: What’s the Difference?
Sugar cane spirits go by many names and come in many varieties.
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Rum-ify the Classic Sidecar Cocktail
Rethink the classic Sidecar cocktail by swapping out cognac for rum.
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Rhum Agricole vs. Cachaça: Clearing Up the Canefusion
Our resident Rum Master explores what makes these two cane juice-based spirits unique.
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Why Do Rum Makers Filter Their Rums?
The how and why of filtering rum, and what it means for the drinker.
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In Praise of Blended Rums
Bevvy’s Resident Rum Master sings the praises of blended rums and recommends five bottles to try now.
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Choosing the Best Rum for Old-Fashioneds
For a different yet equally delicious take on the classic Old-Fashioned, reach for a bottle of rum.
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Buying Your First Premium Rum Without Getting Duped or Disappointed
Pro tips for scoring a good bottle of rum based on your drinking preferences.
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The Global Grass Roots Efforts to Rehabilitate Rum’s Reputation
Meet the hardworking advocates who are pushing rum’s reputation forward.
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