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The Dykstra Method

The Dykstra Method

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Fine spirits collector and imbiber, Chip Dykstra, has developed a unique rating system for reviewing rum.  Here are the 5 elements of the Dykstra Method.
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The Dykstra Method
By Chip Dykstra
I split my rating into five categories based upon the amount of enjoyment I get out of each segment of the rum drinking experience. These categories are:

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Mojito Out, Swizzle In

Mojito Out, Swizzle In

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The Mojito craze is so last year. According to Robert Simonson of the NY Times, the Rum Swizzle is taking over more than a few trendy New York cocktail bars.

Dream Jobs

Dream Jobs

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“Drinking on the job is not a perk for Joy Spence, Master Blender for Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum, it is her job.” ….and one we’d all love to have, I’m sure.

Old New Orleans Vid

Old New Orleans Vid

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Check out the latest promo video and get the skinny on Celebration Distillation and Old New Orleans Rum.

Stocking The Bar

Stocking The Bar

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Maggie Savarino of Seattle Weekly has a few tips on how to stock a home bar with quality booze without breaking the bank. At $20, Lemon Hart is her rum pick.

Free Cocktails App

Free Cocktails App

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Put an entire bartenders guide in your Ipod…..for free. For a limited time, Cocktails+ will be available free of charge from the Itunes App Store. Go get it!

Precise Measurement

Precise Measurement

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The folks at GapersBlog.com discuss proper measure- ment when mixing cocktails. A heavy pour will get you drunk, but can change the character of a great drink.

Rhum Agricole and Cachaca

Rhum Agricole and Cachaca

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Admit it, you’ve wondered what the difference is between rhum agricole and cachaca. Tiare at A Mountain of Crushed Ice explains the whole thing.