The Weekly Surge crew from Myrtle Beach, SC continues their rum research with a road trip to Key West. Rum Barrel Bar becomes their classroom. Click here for the full story.
Part of a series of reprinted bartending manuals, Bar La Florida Cocktails will help you discover the libations of one of Havana’s legendary watering holes. Pick it up at Amazon.
The El Presidente cocktail is one of those drinks that conjures up images of palm trees and beaches. Take a look at Cocktail Hacker’s version on this classic.
Tolly Moseley of The Austinist investigates the history of rum in the United States. Get the details here.
Tropical storm Ida washes ashore the remains of a suspected Prohibition-era rum running vessel. The debate continues over the true purpose of this schooner. Click here for the full story.
Avery Brewing Company in Boulder, Colorado is set to release a “rum barrel aged” imperial oatmeal stout. Get the scoop at Full Pint.com
Just in time for the holidays, an easy to make rum punch that should liven up any family get-together. Food Network has the recipe.
A 15% increase in excise tax in Trinidad and Tobago along with an unstable molasses market send prices on Angostura products climbing. Click here for details.
McDowell’s Celebration, the third largest selling rum brand in the world, turns to sporting events to spread the word about their product. Get the details here.
Problems with a reliable power source at Hacienda Santa Teresa in Venezuela complicate rum production and blame goes directly to the top. Get the facts and figures at LA Times.
The duty free shops of Istanbul’s international airport will be the next outlet for Maximo Ron Extra Viejo, a super-premium offering from Havana Club. Get the details at Drinksint.com
River Antoine Estate in Grenada is celebrating their well-known high proof River Rum. It’s ABV is so high it’s not allowed on airplanes. Get the details here.
Check out this beautifully shot viral from the folks at Bacardi. This is the first piece in a short series of ads produced by Think Espionage. Watch the full video here.
If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii and need a few pointers on where to find a quality cocktail, check out this article from Imbibe. They’ve got it covered!
“The U.S. Virgin Islands is ponying up a whopping $3.7 billion in incentives to bankroll big expansions by Fortune Brands and Diageo.” SiteSelection.com Get the details here.
