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From Pirates to Premium: Rum's New Era
Rum has come a long way from its pirate reputation.
In this episode of Food Rebels, AJ Sharp is joined by drinks experts Maria Easley and Clare Pope to explore the exciting world of modern rum. From Caribbean classics and tropical spiced rums to innovative producers in Scotland and Paraguay, they discover how today's rum makers are pushing the category in bold new directions.
Along the way, they taste standout spirits including Mermaid Spiced Rum, Takamaka Dark Spiced Rum, Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum, Isle of Barra's Black Forest Dark Rum and El Supremo 8-Year-Old Rum, discussing everything from ageing and flavour development to the stories behind each bottle.
The tasting also proves just how far alcohol-free spirits have come, with CleanCo's Clean R and Clean T delivering impressive flavour and complexity.
And just when everyone thought the tasting was over, two premium British sambucas from Cimbroni 33 completely changed the panel's perception of a spirit many had left behind after their university days.
If you love discovering exceptional drinks, hearing the stories behind innovative brands, or simply want to know which bottles deserve a place on your shelf, this is an episode not to miss.
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By Food RebelsRum has come a long way from its pirate reputation.
In this episode of Food Rebels, AJ Sharp is joined by drinks experts Maria Easley and Clare Pope to explore the exciting world of modern rum. From Caribbean classics and tropical spiced rums to innovative producers in Scotland and Paraguay, they discover how today's rum makers are pushing the category in bold new directions.
Along the way, they taste standout spirits including Mermaid Spiced Rum, Takamaka Dark Spiced Rum, Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum, Isle of Barra's Black Forest Dark Rum and El Supremo 8-Year-Old Rum, discussing everything from ageing and flavour development to the stories behind each bottle.
The tasting also proves just how far alcohol-free spirits have come, with CleanCo's Clean R and Clean T delivering impressive flavour and complexity.
And just when everyone thought the tasting was over, two premium British sambucas from Cimbroni 33 completely changed the panel's perception of a spirit many had left behind after their university days.
If you love discovering exceptional drinks, hearing the stories behind innovative brands, or simply want to know which bottles deserve a place on your shelf, this is an episode not to miss.