Rum is a liquor made by fermenting and then distilling sugarcane molasses or sugarcane juice. The distillate, a clear liquid, is often aged in barrels of oak. Rum originated in the Caribbean in the 17th century, but today it is produced in nearly every major sugar-producing region of the world. Rums are produced in various grades.

2023年6月27日 · Rum, whether you know it or not, has shaped the United States as we know it today — and the Americas as a whole, flowing through the politics and cuisines of countries from Jamaica to Brazil. And...

The story behind a spirit, like the history of rum, is often the most fascinating part of drinking. Learn about the culture of a people and era as you sip.

2023年10月25日 · The history of rum is a tale of resilience, rebellion, and reinvention. From its humble beginnings on Caribbean sugar plantations to its association with pirates and, eventually, its pivotal role during the Prohibition era, rum has continued to …

2023年5月22日 · The history of sugar and rum is a complex story. Growing and harvesting sugarcane, producing rum, and selling it across oceans has ties to slavery and colonialism, economic oppression, organized crime and pirates.

2022年9月25日 · The popularity of rum quickly spread to colonial North America, and by 1664 the first rum distillery opened in the Thirteen Colonies. Three years later, a distillery opened on Staten Island, Boston, Massachusetts, and quickly became the largest industry in New England.

2023年11月23日 · The history of rum is closely linked to geography, sugarcane, sugar production, and slavery. In this article we will expand on the general storytelling of rum history from east to west and add a little more context around rum's origin story.

2024年2月28日 · Rum, a spirit that has warmed the hearts and souls of countless people across the globe, has a rich and diverse history that spans centuries and continents. This article delves into the fascinating journey of rum, from its earliest beginnings to its current status as a beloved beverage worldwide.

Rum: the story of a Caribbean legend. From the 17th century to the present day, influenced by pirates and seafaring, rum has been a favourite spirit all over the world.

The story of rum begins with sugarcane, a plant originally from Southeast Asia. Sugarcane made its way to the Caribbean, thanks to European explorers in the 15th and 16th centuries. This tropical region, with its rich soil and perfect climate, became the …