Tune in as Matt Pietrek returns to the podcast to chat with Bryan and Constantine on the history of Royal Navy Rum. We'll learn how it evolved over the years, how they blended it and have a special toast just like the days of old!

The book can be found here: https://www.wonkpress.com/products/the-rum-never-sets

Tune in as Bryan and Constantine sit down with the team from American Cane.
Many forget that rum, not whiskey, was the Spirit of the American Revolution and an essential ingredient in the country’s early independence. But Darin Vest, Chaz Vest, and Maggie Campbell haven’t forgotten.

They’re charting a bold future for American rum, and it’s one you’ll want to keep an eye on.

Tune into to hear Bryan and Constantine talk the large Rum Event they are putting together for 2025.

We’re talking Rum Curious Summit and Fiji Rum & Tiki Fest.

We say the several times throughout the episode, but you have to be some sort of crazy to put on large scale events.

Bryan and Constantine sit down with the one and only Global Rum Ambassador, Ian Burrell. From his early days behind the bar to becoming a world-traveling advocate for rum, Ian shares stories from his spirited journey — including an ambitious attempt to mix cocktails near the Drake Passage. It’s a deep dive into the culture, history, and passion behind one of the world's most beloved spirits.

We sent Constantine into the wilds of Australia (okay, he flew in from Fiji) to settle a debate we’ve had for ages: Is there actually good rum in Australia?
He teamed up with Steve Magarry from Sydney Rum Distillery and went full Rum Indiana Jones—tasting, exploring, and putting boots on the ground (and probably flip-flops). Verdict? Aussie rum is not just good—it’s legit.
Join us for the journey, the rums, and a couple laughs along the way.

Bryan and Constantine talk with Callum from Line44 (New Zealand) and Brett from Lyon Rum (Maryland/Rosalie Bay, Dominica). They discuss their paths into rum production, unique fermentation techniques, distillery mishaps, and what’s next for their brands.

Line44: https://www.line44.com

Lyon Rum: https://www.lyonrum.com

Rosalie Bay: https://rosaliebaydistillery.com

Tune in as Bryan and Constantine introduce a new recurring guest to the show: Jay Cocorullo from Florida Rum Society!

We also discuss our favorite brands, bottles, and the state of rum.

Join Bryan and Constantine for the final podcast of the year as they chat with Eric Winter, the Hollywood talent turned rum enthusiast behind Palm Republic Rum. Inspired by his love for rum, discovered during a life-changing trip to meet his in-laws, Eric created Palm Republic—a pure and unadulterated blend poised to make waves in 2025 and beyond!

See you all in the new year!

Bryan and Constantine are starting a new format: The Shortie.

Between our official interviews, we'll break off to discuss what's happening in our world and talk all things rum.

For our first shortie, we chat about what this new format will look like; Constantine is distilling! Updates on Rum & Tiki Fest Fiji. RumX, rum events, and everything else in between!

Did you know they’re distilling rum in Ireland?!

Bryan and Constantine connect with Oliver Guirke from the Fore Distillery (Ireland) and Brendan Carty from the Killowen Distillery (Northern Ireland) to find out why they are choosing to distill rum and how they’re doing it.

Fore:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ForeDistillery/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foredistillery

Website: https://www.foredistillery.ie/

Killowen:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KillowenDistillery/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/killowendistillery/

Website: https://www.killowendistillery.com/