Barbancourt Tradition

Barbancourt Tradition

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“Rhum Barbancourt is a national tradition, surviving the tumult of the last century and a half.”  LA Times  covers Haiti’s favorite brand.

Daily Rum Rations

Daily Rum Rations

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Did you know that for more than 300 years the British Royal Navy served a daily rum ration to all enlisted men?  Take a look at the full story.

La Descarga Tour

La Descarga Tour

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Take a video tour through LA’s newest rum bar, La Descarga.  With an old Havana vibe, veteran bar staff and huge rum selection, this place is sure to be a hit.

To-do on the Garden Island

To-do on the Garden Island

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A taste of Koloa Rum makes the list of things to do on a holiday to Kauai.  Koloa is made from molasses of locally grown sugar cane.

New Bacardi Headquarters

New Bacardi Headquarters

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Rum giant, Bacardi, opens a new state-of-the-art facility in Coral Gables, FL.  The 15 story tower will house more than 300 employees from 3 devisions.

Appleton 30 Hits New Zealand

Appleton 30 Hits New Zealand

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Only 30 of the 1440 bottles of Appleton 30 released worldwide hit store shelves in New Zealand.  Kiwi rum enthusiasts are quick to claim them.

Rum War Threatens Economy

Rum War Threatens Economy

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Much is at stake as the rum battle continues between Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.  Some say that the entire economy of the USVI’s could be at risk.

Planter’s Punch

Planter’s Punch

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Here’s a little rum punch history lesson and recipe for one of the classics from Chow.com.

Rum Running-a history

Rum Running-a history

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Maritime history has many chapters and rum-running is among them.  This captivating story is now told in a new textbook for high school students.

People Profile: Forrest Cokely

People Profile: Forrest Cokely

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Southern California-based rummy, Forrest Cokely, shares some insight into his love affair with cane spirits.  Take a look at our interview.
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How and when did you become interested in rum?
As a child, there was a family across the street who had a full bar built out in their garage.  I had many opportunities to go in there [...]

Best Warm Cocktails

Best Warm Cocktails

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Winter weather calls for hot drinks.  The Washington Post has a few suggestions about cocktails that will warm your belly and put a smile on your face.

Santa Teresa @ Grammys

Santa Teresa @ Grammys

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Santa Teresa plans to introduce their rum to some of the world’s top musicians at this year’s Grammys.  Talent gift bags will include a bottle of 1796.

Cuba Libre

Cuba Libre

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La Descarga, a Cuban inspired rum bar, opens in LA.  With Pablo Moix and Steve Livigni behind the bar you can count on serious cocktails being served.

Hot Haitian Rum

Hot Haitian Rum

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“Rhum Barbancourt is the hottest bottle in Boston as local bartenders seek ways to raise money for victims of the earthquake in Haiti.”  From the Herald.

Rum Among the Ruins

Rum Among the Ruins

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A rum making family avoids injuring and major property damage during the recent earthquake in Haiti.  They plan to repair and reopen the distillery soon.