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HOW RUM IS MADE

RUM, THE WORLD’S OLDEST SPIRIT

The very first rum distillation took place in the Caribbean in 1620, after sugarcane was introduced to them (thank you, Christopher Columbus) and the slaves did not know what to do with the excess molasses they got from sugar production. Luckily, someone decided to play around with it and the rest is history. At the time, people consumed alcohol mainly out of medicinal necessity, but when rum came into existence, it was the first time they drank any spirit for pleasure.

Rum became very well known that around the 18th century, it was used as a currency. Sailors would receive rum as a form of payment for their services and it became one of the most sought-after commodities. Fast forward to today, the largest rum distillery is still in the Caribbean and it produces 100,000 litres every day. No wonder Jack Sparrow always had a bottle of rum in his hand.

Rum has come a long way and has been one of the most celebrated spirits in the world. There’s the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival, the Rum & Reggae Festival in London and Bristol, and the Jamaica Rum Festival, just to name a few. Each region has its distinct rum variety and they even call rum by many nicknames, such as Kill- Devil, Demon Water, Nelson's Blood, or Pirate’s Drink.

How Do You Make Rum?

Rum is made from sugarcane, which undergoes the process of fermentation and distillation to produce molasses. Molasses is the juice of the sugarcane extracted through cutting, crushing, or mashing. Most rum is produced using a certain type of sulphured molasses which is obtained from the sugarcane plant. Its flavours range from light, dark, and blackstrap. Once the molasses is produced or the juice has been pressed from the sugarcane, it is then mixed with water and yeast as the base.

Enjoy with a simple mixer or go for one of the Satchmo flavoured rum drink.

Is Flavoured Rum Sweet?

Flavoured, fruity rums come in a range of tasting experiences, from soft and sweet to sour and tangy.

What Can You Mix Flavoured Rum With?

Flavoured rum gives your taste buds an extra element of surprise. You can mix flavoured rum with a wide range of mixers, from simple cola to refreshing lemonade.