Monthly Archives: April 2010

Caribbean Rum Tax Debate

A bill that would allow rum producers to receive a greater portion of federal subsidies has been introduced in Puerto Rico’s…

Do you like to travel, stay at lavish hotels, spend your days in the sun, drink good booze and stroll…

From the Miami Herald: ”The National Basketball Association is teaming up with Bacardi U.S.A. The new sponsor aims to breathe…

A creation by Seattle-based bartender Evan Martin has been named the “Official Cocktail” of the Tales of the Cocktail festival…

Dr. Bamboo digs into Remixed, the new book from cocktail icon Jeff “Beachbum” Berry. What does he think of it?…

The Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti caused $4m in damage at the Barbancourt facility and halted their bottling operation. Owners…

From Reuters: “A U.S. judge rejected a lawsuit by Pernod Ricard to stop rival Bacardi Ltd from selling “Havana Club” branded…

Bunnyhugs blog is back with a report about the rum scene in Havana, Cuba-the land of liberally poured drinks, good…

Thailand’s Mekhong is gaining a loyal following among cane spirits drinkers worldwide. Here’s an easy cocktail that should leave you…

Ever thought about distilling your own booze? If so, get on down to your local bookstore and pick up Moonshine. It’s…