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Bonpland Nicaragua 18y 50cl
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Bonpland Nicaragua 18y 50cl
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Bonpland Nicaragua 18y is a rum with a very clear identity: a molasses-based Nicaraguan rum, traditionally column distilled, aged for eighteen years and bottled from a single cask. Distilled in 1998 and bottled in 2016, it presents a specific point in time rather than a broad house blend.
The wine finish adds an extra layer to the maturation story. The profile is led by wood and spice, while lighter fruity, floral and sweet touches keep the rum from feeling one-dimensional.
With only 437 bottles released, this is a limited bottling rather than a regular-volume expression. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we value releases like this because they allow rum drinkers to explore a precise origin, cask and age in one bottle. The last-bottles indication also tells you that (…)Caroni 2000 18y "+ 7y" Whisky Live 2025 50cl (Velier)
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Caroni 2000 18y "+ 7y" Whisky Live 2025 50cl (Velier)
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Caroni 2000 18y "+ 7y" Whisky Live 2025 50cl (Velier) is a(n) rum from Trinidad by the brand Caroni. It falls within the rum group under the category Mélasse. Caroni 2000 18y "+ 7y" Whisky Live 2025 50cl (Velier) is regarded by us as a Collector's Item, which makes many a collector's heart beat that little bit faster. It is one of the many references you can currently buy online at Drankenshop Broekmans.
This rum is matured in Bourbon Barrel barrels. It is a version of 50 cl and has an alcohol content of 50,6%.
Caroni 2000 18y "+ 7y" Whisky Live 2025 50cl (Velier) is bottled by Velier.
This rum is a single cask bottling. What is a single cask? A single cask (single barrel) means that the rum in the (…)Clarendon 2004 18y Rum Sponge
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Clarendon 2004 18y Rum Sponge
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Clarendon 2004 18y Rum Sponge is a Jamaican rum with a very defined identity: distilled in 2004, bottled in 2023 and released after 18 years of maturation as a single cask. Rather than presenting a broad house style, it captures one particular cask at one particular point in its life.
The pot still production and 60% alcohol give this rum a serious, concentrated presence. It is the kind of bottle that asks to be approached slowly, with attention to strength, structure and the individuality of the cask.
Only 286 bottles were produced, and the release is marked as a collectors item, with the last bottles now available. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we value releases like this for their clarity: Jamaican origin, a stated vintage, 18 years of age and the singular (…)Dictador 18y
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Dictador 18y
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Dictador 18y is a Colombian rum shaped by its Caribbean-coast origin and the tropical ageing conditions of Cartagena. Made from virgin sugar cane honey, it sits on the more mature side of Dictador's house style: still smooth in feel, but with added depth from long ageing in oak.
The use of bourbon barrels gives the rum a firm woody frame while leaving room for fruit, dark chocolate tones and gentle spice. It is bottled at 40%, with a character that feels rounded rather than heavy, and mature without losing the softness associated with Dictador.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a strong choice for anyone who enjoys the polished Dictador style but wants a more developed expression. The bottle's holographic label also underlines the brand's contemporary (…)Dictador Parrafo Borbon 2004 18y
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Dictador Parrafo Borbon 2004 18y
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Dictador Parrafo Borbon 2004 18y is a Colombian rum shaped around a clearly defined vintage. Distilled in 2004 and aged for 18 years, it feels more specific than a general house-style release: this is a dated bottling with its own place in the Dictador range.
The maturation in American Oak and the 46% alcohol strength give it presence, while the available profile points away from an overtly wood-led style. Fruit is the main direction here, supported by a lighter spicy accent.
With only 293 bottles produced and the final bottles now indicated, this Dictador has a natural place at Drankenshop Broekmans for customers looking for a limited Colombian rum with age, vintage character and a clearly defined release story.
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Dictador Parrafo Pardo 2004 18y
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Dictador Parrafo Pardo 2004 18y is a Colombian rum with a very specific identity: distilled in 2004, matured for 18 years and released in a limited run of 890 bottles. Rather than feeling like a broad house style, it presents itself as a dated release with a clear point of origin and age.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottlings like this stand out because they combine maturity with scarcity. The limited bottle count already gives it focus, and the fact that these are the last bottles adds a natural sense of finality to the release.
Bottled at 41%, it keeps a composed drinking strength. The available profile points towards a fruit-led rum, gently supported by sweetness and a light floral accent. More information about the brand can be found at (…)Fiji 2002 18y Spd (1423 Single Barrel Selection)
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Fiji 2002 18y Spd (1423 Single Barrel Selection)
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Fiji 2002 18y Spd from 1423 Rum World Class is a rum built around the personality of one cask. The name points clearly to Fiji, with distillation in 2002 and bottling in February 2021 after 18 years of maturation.
This is a molasses-based pot still rum, bottled as a single cask at cask strength, with an ABV of 57.1%. Rather than presenting a broad blended style, it gives a more direct view of one individual cask and its maturation. Only 240 bottles were produced, and with the remaining stock now down to the last bottles, its limited nature is very tangible.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this kind of bottle belongs among the rums for curious drinkers who appreciate small releases, higher strength bottlings and the specific voice of an individual cask.
Fiji 2004 18y (1423 Single Barrel Selection)
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Fiji 2004 18y (1423 Single Barrel Selection)
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Fiji 2004 18y from 1423 Rum World Class is the kind of rum where the details matter because they all point in the same direction: one vintage, one cask, one concentrated release. Distilled in 2004 and bottled in August 2022, this molasses rum spent 18 years in a Bourbon Barrel.
The small scale is part of its appeal. As a single cask bottling at cask strength, with only 210 bottles drawn, it represents a very specific slice of maturation rather than a broad house blend. At Drankenshop Broekmans, releases like this are valued for that directness: they let a single barrel do the talking.
Pot still style distillation and a strength of 68.3% give this rum a firm presence. Its profile is led by spice, supported by lighter notes in the fruity, woody, floral and (…)Flor De Cana 18y Cent Gold Incl. Box
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Flor De Cana 18y Cent Gold Incl. Box
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Expected: 01/11/2026Flor De Cana 18y Cent Gold is a Nicaraguan molasses rum made for slow sipping. Eighteen years of maturation give it a calm, mature depth rather than a loud or heavy style. At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is a rum we would point out when someone is looking for a refined tasting rum with warmth, gentle sweetness and a clear spicy edge.
It matures in white American oak barrels that previously held bourbon. That cask influence is reflected in the pronounced vanilla note and in the soft, velvety finish described for this rum. Flor de Cana also states that nothing extra is added, keeping the character clean and unforced.
The origin matters here as well. This rum is sustainably produced at the foot of an active volcano in Nicaragua, giving the bottle a sense of place (…)Guyana Diamond 2003 18y (The Whisky Agency)
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Guyana Diamond 2003 18y (The Whisky Agency)
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Guyana Diamond 2003 18y is a rum that stands out through origin, age and strength rather than noise. Its name points directly to Guyana, to Diamond, and to a 2003 distillation, giving the bottle a clear sense of place and time.
Eighteen years of age and a bottling strength of 53.1% make this a rum with real presence. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this kind of release as especially interesting for customers who enjoy mature rum with a defined identity, rather than a simple easy-drinking style.
With only the last bottles remaining, there is also a sense of scarcity around this Whisky Agency & Daily Dram release. It is a bottle built on provenance, vintage and maturation, and that is precisely where its appeal lies.
No detailed tasting (…)Guyana Diamond 2003 18y (The Whisky Agency)
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Guyana Diamond 2003 18y (The Whisky Agency)
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Guyana Diamond 2003 18y is a rum where the main appeal lies in origin, age and scarcity. The name brings together Guyana, Diamond, a 2003 distillation date and 18 years of maturation, bottled at 51.3%. That gives the bottle a clear sense of time and place without needing to dress it up.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottles like this sit in the part of the rum selection meant for drinkers who enjoy specific releases rather than broad, anonymous styles. Under the Whisky Agency & Daily Dram name, this Guyana Diamond bottling feels focused and limited, with only the last bottles remaining.
No detailed tasting notes are supplied for this release, so the most reliable story is the one the core facts already tell: Guyana rum, distilled in 2003, matured for 18 years (…)Hampden 2002 Hjf 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Hampden 2002 Hjf 50cl (Old Brothers)
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Hampden 2002 Hjf by Old Brothers is a Jamaican molasses rum with a distinctly focused cask-driven identity. Distilled in 2002 on a pot still and bottled in September 2021, it spent 18 years maturing before release, giving it a more serious sense of development than a younger, simpler rum.
Its main appeal lies in the way it has been bottled. This is a single cask rum from one bourbon barrel, released at cask strength at 53.6%. Only 428 bottles were produced, and with the final bottles now involved, it has a naturally limited character. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of rum that speaks to customers who enjoy a very specific snapshot of Jamaican rum maturation.
The flavour profile is led by fruit, with clear support from wood and spice. Light (…)Long Pond 2005 Cambridge (Velier) Incl. Box
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Long Pond 2005 Cambridge (Velier) Incl. Box
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Long Pond 2005 Cambridge is a Jamaican molasses rum bottled by Velier and drawn from the Simon Thomson Cambridge Estate category, known here as STCE. Its ester level of 550 to 700 grams per hectolitre of pure alcohol gives the rum a highly defined identity, with the expressive side of Long Pond very much at the centre.
Distilled in 2005 on a pot still, it spent 18 years maturing entirely in a tropical climate in bourbon barrels. That long maturation has not softened away its original force; instead, the early empyreumatic and medicinal elements have evolved into a broader aromatic register with exotic fruit, vanilla, powdery nuances and a retronasal touch of cacao.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of rum that deserves time in the glass. (…)Malecon 18y Reserva Imperial Incl. Box
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Malecon 18y Reserva Imperial Incl. Box
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Malecon 18y Reserva Imperial is a Cuban molasses rum where the age statement sets the tone straight away. Eighteen years gives this rum a sense of maturity, with the focus placed on time, cask influence and development rather than on unnecessary embellishment.
Its multicolumn distillation and bourbon cask maturation point towards a composed style, with fruity and woody elements at the centre of the profile. Gentler hints of spice, sweetness and floral notes sit around that core, giving the rum its shape without making it feel overstated.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this Malecon sits comfortably among aged rums for customers looking for a Cuban rum with a clear sense of origin and a mature, neatly defined character.
The flavour profile is led by (…)Mezan Long Pond Jamaica 2000 (Mezan Single Cask)
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Mezan Long Pond Jamaica 2000 (Mezan Single Cask)
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Mezan Long Pond Jamaica 2000 is a Jamaican molasses rum with a very focused identity: distilled in 2000, bottled in 2018, and drawn from a single cask. Rather than presenting a broad house blend, it captures one cask, one vintage and one particular maturation path.
Distilled in a pot still and matured for 18 years in a bourbon cask, it was bottled at cask strength, with an alcoholic strength of 57.95%. That gives the rum a direct, concentrated presence. At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottlings like this are valued because they show how specific and characterful a single cask rum can be.
The profile is driven by wood, spice and fruit, while sweetness stays firmly in the background. It is a rum to approach slowly, especially for drinkers who appreciate cask strength (…)Port Mourant 2003 18y (Elizabeth Yard With Finishes)
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Port Mourant 2003 18y (Elizabeth Yard With Finishes)
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Port Mourant 2003 18y from Elizabeth Yard is a molasses-based rum from Guyana, distilled in 2003 and bottled in 2022 after 18 years of maturation. Its appeal lies in the focused nature of the release: one individual cask, bottled at cask strength, with the personality of that cask left clearly in view.
The Bourbon Barrel produced only 219 bottles, and the remaining stock is now down to the last bottles. At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottlings like this are valued for the way they show a specific slice of rum maturation rather than a broader house style or blended composition.
Distilled in a pot still and bottled at 53.2%, it has a naturally firm presence. The flavour profile points towards pronounced wood, spice and fruit, with lighter floral and vegetal accents (…)Saint James 18y Incl. Box
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Saint James 18y Incl. Box
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Saint James 18y is a rum from Martinique where the age statement immediately becomes part of the conversation. Eighteen years is not just a label detail here; it is central to how this bottle presents itself.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we place it among rums chosen for a clear sense of identity: the Saint James name, a Martinique origin and bottling at 43% alcohol. It is a rum defined by provenance, age and a recognisable producer rather than by unnecessary embellishment.
No specific tasting notes are included in the supplied information for Saint James 18y. The confirmed details are that this is a Saint James rum from Martinique, carrying an 18-year age statement and bottled at 43% alcohol.Saint James Single Cask 2003 Incl. Box
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Saint James Single Cask 2003 Incl. Box
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Saint James Single Cask 2003 is a Martinique rum made from sugar cane juice, distilled in a traditional column and drawn from a single bourbon barrel. That single cask origin is central to its appeal: this is one individual maturation, bottled as its own expression rather than folded into a broader blend.
Distilled in 2003 and bottled in 2022, it carries 18 years of age at 42.3% alcohol. The producer's description places it as the closing release in the series, balancing Saint James tradition with a more modern style of expression.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum we would point out to someone interested in the dialogue between cane juice, cask ageing and individual barrel selection. Wood and spice form the clearest part of its profile, (…)Trinidad 18y (Cadenhead - Original Collection)
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Trinidad 18y (Cadenhead - Original Collection)
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Cadenhead's Trinidad 18y is a molasses rum from Trinidad, released as part of the Original Collection. Bottled in August 2021 at 46%, it brings together an 18-year age statement, independent bottling and a clear sense of origin.
The key point here is the single cask nature of the release. Drawn from a Bourbon Barrel, it represents one individual cask rather than a broad house blend. At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottles like this are valued because they give rum drinkers a more focused look at a particular maturation and style.
Its traditional column distillation and molasses base place it firmly within Trinidad rum, while the flavour profile points mainly towards fruit and wood, supported by lighter spice, floral and sweet tones. With only the last bottles (…)Uitvlugt 1998 18y Dd (The Nectar)
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Uitvlugt 1998 18y Dd (The Nectar)
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Uitvlugt 1998 18y DD is a Guyanese molasses rum with the clear identity of a single cask release. Distilled in 1998 and bottled in 2017 at 18 years old, it presents one particular cask rather than a broad house-style blend.
Matured in a bourbon cask and bottled at cask strength, 52.1%, it keeps a direct and unsoftened expression. The pot still distillation adds to the sense of a rum built around concentration, origin and the individual development of the cask.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this Uitvlugt stands out as a small-scale and increasingly scarce bottling, with only 225 bottles produced and the last bottles now indicated. Its profile points toward clear fruit and spice, with wood playing a supporting role rather than taking over.
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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.
