Rum from Mount Gay
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Mount Gay Eclipse
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Mount Gay Eclipse
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Mount Gay Eclipse is a Barbados rum from Mount Gay, bottled at 40% alcohol. The name keeps things refreshingly clear: Mount Gay, Barbados, rum, with no need for an overcomplicated story.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, it sits well among rums for customers who are looking specifically for a Barbados bottle from a well-defined brand. Eclipse is straightforward in its presentation: a rum with a clear origin, a familiar producer name and a classic bottling strength.
Additional information about the brand can be found at https://www.mountgayrum.com/
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Mount Gay Eclipse. Based on the available information, it can be described as a Barbados rum from Mount Gay, bottled at 40% alcohol.Mount Gay Black Barrel
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Mount Gay Black Barrel
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Mount Gay Black Barrel is a molasses-based rum from Barbados, bottled at 43%. Rather than leaning on an age statement, it presents itself through style: Barbadian rum, shaped by distillation choices and bourbon barrel maturation.
Its character is built on a combination of pot still and column distillation. That gives the rum more depth than a purely light style, while the bourbon barrel influence adds a restrained touch of wood. At Drankenshop Broekmans, Black Barrel sits comfortably among rums for drinkers looking for a fruit-led Barbados profile with a gentle spiced edge.
More information about the brand can be found at https://www.mountgayrum.com/
The flavour profile is clearly fruit-driven, with wood and spice playing a supporting role. (…)Last Ward 2007 16y (Velier) Incl. Box
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Last Ward 2007 16y (Velier) Incl. Box
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Last Ward 2007 16y is a Barbados rum with a distinctly serious presence. Distilled in 2007, aged for sixteen years and bottled at cask strength, it comes across as a rum that keeps close to the strength and concentration of the cask, rather than being softened into an easy-going style.
The pot still distillation and maturation in a bourbon barrel give the release its firm structure, with wood playing a clear role in the overall profile. This is molasses rum with maturity and weight at the centre of the story.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, Last Ward 2007 16y sits naturally among the more distinctive rum bottlings: limited in availability, marked as a collector's item, and now down to the last bottles. It is the kind of release that speaks most clearly to drinkers (…)Mount Gay 2007 Velier 1,5l (Velier Elliott Erwitt)
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Mount Gay 2007 Velier 1,5l (Velier Elliott Erwitt)
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Mount Gay 2007 Velier 1.5l is a Barbados molasses rum with a very specific place in the glass and on the shelf. It brings together Mount Gay, Velier and the Elliott Erwitt bottling series in a 14-year-old rum distilled in 2007.
The interest here lies in the way the details point in the same direction. Pot still and column distillation, maturation in a bourbon barrel and bottling at natural cask strength of 60% all suggest a rum built around intensity and precision rather than easy softness.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this release stands out as a limited and increasingly scarce bottle. Only 600 bottles were produced, and the 1.5 litre format gives it real presence. With its collector's item status and last-bottles indication, this is a distinctive Barbados rum (…)Mount Gay Andean Oak
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Mount Gay Andean Oak
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Mount Gay Andean Oak shows a mature side of Barbados rum, built on a molasses base and carrying a 14-year age statement. The combination of pot still and column distillation gives the release a broader foundation than a rum defined by one single distilling approach.
Its defining feature is the Andean oak finish. That cask influence sits naturally with the supplied profile, where wood and spice are clearly present, supported more subtly by fruity, floral and sweet tones.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this bottle has a particular appeal for drinkers who follow distinctive Barbados rum releases and want to explore Mount Gay with a more pronounced oak-driven angle. With the last bottles indicated and the release marked as a collector's item, it has an added sense of (…)Mount Gay Coffey Still #7 58 Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Coffey Still #7 58 Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Coffey Still #7 58 is a Barbados rum built around a very clear point of focus: Coffey still distillation and bottling at 58% ABV. Rather than leaning on an age statement, it draws attention to production style, origin and strength.
In the rum selection at Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of bottle that speaks to drinkers who enjoy looking beyond broad house styles and into more specific distillation-driven releases. The name itself keeps the focus tight: Coffey Still #7, Mount Gay, Barbados, and a powerful bottling strength.
With no age statement indicated, the identity of this rum comes from those essentials rather than from maturation claims. It is a concise, purposeful presentation of Mount Gay in a Coffey still style.
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Mount Gay Cognac Cask Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Cognac Cask is a Barbados rum with a clear sense of strength and presence. Bottled at 58% and presented at cask strength, it is not a rum built around restraint; it is made to show more weight and definition in the glass.
The rum is molasses-based and combines pot still and column distillation. That gives it an engaging contrast between structure and a more rounded side. The Cognac Cask name also sets this release apart within the Mount Gay range, giving it a more specific identity than a standard bottling.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum we would point out to someone looking beyond simple sweetness. Spice is the main thread here, supported by lighter touches of wood, fruit, gentle sweetness, and subtle floral and vegetal (…)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 (…)Mount Gay Last Ward 2009 9y (Habitation Velier)
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Mount Gay Last Ward 2009 9y (Habitation Velier)
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Mount Gay Last Ward 2009 9y is a Barbados rum with a very clear sense of origin: molasses-based, pot still distilled and aged for nine years. The Mount Gay name places it firmly in Barbados, while Velier's Habitation Velier bottling gives it a more specialist angle, focused on the raw identity of the spirit.
Its cask strength bottling at 59% is central to the way this rum presents itself. Rather than being softened into a more standard drinking strength, it keeps the full presence of the pot still distillate, alongside the influence of maturation in a bourbon cask.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, releases like this have a distinct role in the rum selection. They are for drinkers who enjoy seeing how a vintage, a nine-year maturation and a specific cask type shape (…)Mount Gay Madeira Cask
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Mount Gay Madeira Cask
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Mount Gay Madeira Cask is a Barbados molasses rum with its focus firmly on cask influence and strength of character. The rum brings together pot still and column distillation, then takes its own direction through a Madeira cask finish rather than relying on an age statement to tell the story.
At 55% ABV, it is a more powerful expression of Mount Gay. The style points toward clear fruity and spiced elements, with a lighter touch of sweetness and floral nuance in the background. It is the kind of rum that rewards a little time in the glass.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a fitting choice for drinkers looking for a Barbados rum with more presence and a distinctive finish. With the last bottles indicated, it is also a release with a more limited feel in (…)Mount Gay Master Select 1703 Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Master Select 1703 Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Master Select 1703 is a Barbados rum with a strong sense of origin and production style. The Mount Gay name is at the centre here, supported by a distillation approach that brings together pot still and column still rum. That detail gives the bottle a more considered identity than a standard everyday rum.
Maturation in oak cask and a strength of 43% ABV place it in a style to be approached with a little attention. At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of rum that speaks to customers who enjoy looking beyond the label and understanding how origin, distillation and cask ageing shape a spirit.
Additional information about the brand can be found at https://www.mountgayrum.com/
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Mount Gay Origin Series Volume 2 The Copper Stills 2x35cl
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Mount Gay Origin Series Volume 2 The Copper Stills is a Barbados rum presented as a gift pack with two 35cl bottles. The title immediately points to the focus of this release: copper stills, placing the production theme at the heart of the set rather than presenting it as a standard bottle.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of rum set that suits customers who enjoy exploring a brand through a more specific angle. The 2x35cl format works well for sharing, gifting or taking time with the contents of the pack, while the 43% strength gives it a clear presence without making the whole experience about alcohol power alone.
With only the last bottles remaining, this Origin Series release also carries a sense of limited availability within the selection. (…)Mount Gay Sherry Cask Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Sherry Cask Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Sherry Cask brings together Barbados rum and a clearly defined sherry cask maturation. Made from molasses and distilled using both pot still and column still methods, it is shaped by more than one production style rather than by a single technical signature.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this Mount Gay stands out for the way its identity is built around the sherry cask element. It carries no age statement, so the focus is instead on origin, maturation choice and the distilling approach behind the rum. At 45% alcohol, it also has a little more presence than many softer everyday rums.
With only the last bottles available, this release has become a more limited opportunity to discover Mount Gay through a sherry cask lens. Additional information about the (…)Mount Gay Single Estate
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Mount Gay Single Estate
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Mount Gay Single Estate tells a very focused Barbados rum story. It comes from a series built around estate origin, following Mount Gay's 2015 acquisition of 131 hectares from the former Mount Gay Estate and Oxford Estate. That step marked the move towards an integrated approach, from sugar cane through to the finished bottle.
For this first release in the Single Estate Series, Master Blender Trudiann Branker created a blend from the 2016 and 2017 sugar cane harvests. The molasses comes from cane grown on the Mount Gay Estate, with fermentation, maturation and blending all taking place at the Mount Gay distillery. Ageing in old Quercus Alba bourbon casks gives the rum a mature, cask-influenced frame while keeping the Barbados estate origin at the centre of the story.
Mount Gay Single Estate #2 Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Single Estate #2 Incl. Box
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Mount Gay Single Estate #2 is a molasses-based rum from Barbados, bottled at 55% and presented at cask strength. The name puts the focus on a clearly defined origin, while the use of both pot still and column distillation gives the rum a sense of structure rather than a one-dimensional style.
American oak is an important part of its identity. The supplied profile points to wood and spice as the most pronounced elements, with lighter notes of fruit, floral nuance and sweetness in support. With no age statement given, the emphasis is less on a number and more on the way this particular release expresses Mount Gay's rum character.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this sits well among Barbados rums with extra strength and presence, especially for drinkers who appreciate (…)Mount Gay XO Incl. Box
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Mount Gay XO Incl. Box
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Mount Gay XO is a Barbados rum built around molasses, bourbon barrel maturation and a blend of pot still and column distillation. Rather than relying on an age statement, it presents itself through style and structure: a rum where depth, fruit and gentle cask influence sit close together.
Within the rum selection at Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of bottle we place in the conversation when someone wants Barbados character with a polished feel. The pot still component gives body, the column still side brings smoothness, and the bourbon barrel maturation adds a measured touch of wood without overwhelming the fruit-driven core.
At 43% ABV, Mount Gay XO has enough strength to carry its flavour, while keeping a composed and approachable profile. The (…)
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.
