Columnist, Christine Sismondo and I delve into the complicated history of rum, exploring its deep ties to colonialism, slavery, and exploitation. Our discussion not only examines the dark past of this beloved spirit but also looks at how the rum industry is grappling with its legacy today and moving toward a more responsible future. 

This episode was recorded at the Tales of the Cocktail Conference in New Orleans.  Sismondo's  article "Facing Rum’s Problematic Past Is Allowing Producers to Embrace the Spirit’s Future" was a finalist for Best Cocktail & Spirits Writing. 


Host: Courtney Marshall @spiritandsoulpodcast
Special Guests: Christine Sismondo @mondosismondo
Director of Photography: Anthony Whiting @envision.artistry