Open the bottle on this comprehensive tasting course to discover the variety, complex history, and distinct flavors that rum has to offer.

From its origins in the West Indies and its seafaring associations, rum is now distilled all over the world, and its popularity as a spirit is experiencing a new rise. Ian Burrell, a passionate advocate for all things rum, reveals the spirit's long and complex history; the production, distillation, and aging process; and the myriad flavors of this delicious drink available today.

Discover who we have to thank for inventing rum, exactly how it is created from sugarcane, and how best to enjoy the different varieties before exploring tasting notes for more than 100 global rums and recipes for more than 30 cocktails--both classic favorites and those with a modern twist.

This all-encompassing guide to the ongoing story of rum will teach you to establish your own palate and write your own tasting notes and will open up the world of premium and bespoke spirits for a lifetime of enjoyment.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 09/24/2024
ISBN: 9780593844236
Pages: 224
Weight: 1.25lbs