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Abuelo unveils its Añejo Blanco
Abuelo Añejo Blanco is a blend of column- and pot-still rums, aged in American white oak casks and then filtered to reveal its clarity. Tasting note provided by the producer: Nose: fresh citrus notes, ripe banana and a delicate floral touch of jasmine. Palate: soft and vibrant, with notes of lime, orange peel and a… Cet article Abuelo unveils its Añejo Blanco est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Ti’Clak, the CBD-infused arrangé
Kevas launches a new release with a CBD-infused arrangé (flavoured rum). This creation pairs a traditional rum from the island of Réunion with French hemp, sourced through local channels. In compliance with current regulations, the product has a THC level of 0.005%, well below the 0.3% threshold permitted in France. 70cl – 33% – RRP:… Cet article Ti’Clak, the CBD-infused arrangé est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Old St. Croix Arrives in France with a Proven International Track Record
A proven international spirits success is now entering France—bringing a new commercial opportunity for retailers. Already present in more than 30 markets, Old St. Croix (formerly A.H. Riise) combines strong storytelling with a highly accessible taste profile that performs particularly well in gifting and after-dinner sales. The brand traces its origins to 1838, when Danish… Cet article Old St. Croix Arrives in France with a Proven International Track Record est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Focus Style – When rums aged in ex-sherry casks take center stage
Sherry, oloroso, PX, Xérès… these are words that are increasingly found on rum bottle labels. Former Spanish fortified and/or oxidative wine barrels are increasingly being used to finish special and/or limited editions, and are even sometimes used in the aging of regular vintages. What explains this craze among rum brands? Historically, the practice of using… Cet article Focus Style – When rums aged in ex-sherry casks take center stage est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Our selection of rums aged in ex-Sherry casks
Without being exhaustive, we have tried to be as eclectic as possible in this selection, with rums made from molasses, cane honey, pure juice, French, British, or Spanish traditions, with varying degrees of alcohol content, with or without esters, at affordable or higher prices… Finally, some of these vintages have only spent a few months… Cet article Our selection of rums aged in ex-Sherry casks est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Interview – Cyrille Lawson, Sales Director at HSE
Read also: Style Focus – When rums aged in ex-sherry barrels take center stage Cyrille, why has it been so long since we’ve seen a Finition du Monde in ex-sherry casks? Because we don’t produce it anymore. Historically, we worked with Anthony Macallan. He had specifically increased his cask requirements to take into account our… Cet article Interview – Cyrille Lawson, Sales Director at HSE est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Interview – Grégoire Leyx, CEO of Alter Oak
Read also: Style Focus – When rums aged in ex-sherry barrels take center stage Grégoire, can you explain the differences between sherries? It’s very complicated, even for me, someone who works with ex-sherry casks every day. Behind this Anglo-Saxon word, there are actually several appellations: Pedro Ximénez, Xérès, oloroso, fino, amontillado, palo cortado, manzanilla, PX… .… Cet article Interview – Grégoire Leyx, CEO of Alter Oak est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Focus Terroir – Mexico, the new frontier for rum?
By Javier Herrera, with Fabien Humbert Mexico is a very large country, larger than many people imagine, with enormous biodiversity and immense contrasts in all areas, especially in terms of climate and soil, which is what we are really interested in in this article. When we talk about Mexico, everyone thinks of tequila and, to… Cet article Focus Terroir – Mexico, the new frontier for rum? est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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X-ray of Mexican rum
By Javier Herrera, with Fabien Humbert I. Sugar cane in Mexico The imaginary line of the Tropic of Cancer divides Mexico into two climatic and geographical realities. While the north is mainly arid, with dry coastal plains and semi-desert ecosystems, the south is a humid Eden, ideal for growing sugar cane. In the south, winter… Cet article X-ray of Mexican rum est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Mexico: some iconic distilleries
Hacienda Navajas Hacienda Navajas is a distillery located in the Tala Valley, Jalisco, a region with a rich agro-industrial history of sugar cane dating back to 1850. Navajas rum has been produced using traditional methods since 2019 from cane molasses, following a process that culminates in a spirit that is then transformed into rum through… Cet article Mexico: some iconic distilleries est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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A brief history of Mexican rum
By Javier Herrera, with Fabien Humbert The history of rum in Mexico is closely linked to the arrival of sugar cane, cultural mixing and the economic development of the viceroyalty. Its development in Mexico represents a unique fusion of indigenous tradition, European technology and the American tropical climate. I. Arrival of sugar cane (1520–1600) Sugar… Cet article A brief history of Mexican rum est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Interview – SATVRNAL by Michael Barbaria, Co-founder of Swell de Spirits and Los Convidados
When did you discover Mexican rums? In 2021, when Swell de Spirits was created, my friends and associates Bruno Sarabia and Darian Penichet and I started a company in Mexico to source Mexican spirits such as mezcal, tequila, gin and rum. It turns out that Bruno is Mexican and his nephew, who lives in Guadalajara,… Cet article Interview – SATVRNAL by Michael Barbaria, Co-founder of Swell de Spirits and Los Convidados est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Interview – Benjamin Guthmann, Founder of Spirit Gallery and Rhum Club Paris
A great lover of rum in general and Mexican rum in particular, Benjamin toured Mexican ron agricola distilleries a few years ago. He shares his experience and knowledge with us. How did you discover Mexico and its rums? Initially, I went to Belize to buy rum from Travellers for the Spirit Gallery project, and I… Cet article Interview – Benjamin Guthmann, Founder of Spirit Gallery and Rhum Club Paris est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Interview – Juda Kuper, the man who discovered Paranubes and brought it to the attention of the general public.
Juda, could you introduce yourself and tell us how you discovered Mexican rum? I’m from Boulder, Colorado, in the United States. I’m married to a Mexican woman and my father-in-law produces mezcal, which is how I became interested in Mexican spirits. As for rum, apart from Bacardí, I don’t think rum is really popular in… Cet article Interview – Juda Kuper, the man who discovered Paranubes and brought it to the attention of the general public. est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Homo Saccharum – Ian Burrell, global rum ambassador
Although his impressive title of ‘global rum ambassador’ was self-appointed, Ian Burrell has truly become one of the most respected authorities in the world of rum over the decades. An ambassador for the category, author, creator of new blends and brands, and inveterate traveller, this Jamaican based in the United Kingdom shares his vision of… Cet article Homo Saccharum – Ian Burrell, global rum ambassador est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Sydney Rum Distillery presents Cargot Cult
Sydney Rum Distillery is an Australian spirits producer located in the heart of Sydney. The distillery produces Cargo Cult Spiced Rum, as well as Navy Strength Rum. The Cargo Cult Range Cargo Cult Dry Spiced Rum Aged for over two years in a tropical climate, Cargo Cult Spiced Rum is blended in Australia from rums… Cet article Sydney Rum Distillery presents Cargot Cult est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Bouvil Pure Cane, the rebirth of a historic Haitian rum
In February, Bouvil Pure Cane Rum brings back into the spotlight the oldest Haitian rum brand still in operation, founded in the 1850s. Produced continuously by the Vilbon family for nearly two centuries, Bouvil embodies a tradition rooted in local culture. Produced from wild Haitian sugar cane, grown without pesticides or herbicides, and distilled in… Cet article Bouvil Pure Cane, the rebirth of a historic Haitian rum est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Bad Bunny, ambassador of Ron culture
At the start of 2026, the whole world has its eyes on Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican phenomenon who has just made Super Bowl history. On February 8, during the halftime show of Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio—his real name—transformed the football field into an explosive Latin… Cet article Bad Bunny, ambassador of Ron culture est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Focus Distillery – With Stade’s Rum, Barbados is betting on local produce
By reviving and restoring the prestige of this historic brand, Stade, Maison Ferrand aims to create limited edition rums that showcase the Barbadian terroir and its history. The recipes will be drawn from the famous vault that has protected the distillery’s secrets for 130 years (brought up to date by Alexandre Gabriel), and the raw… Cet article Focus Distillery – With Stade’s Rum, Barbados is betting on local produce est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Rhum & Gastronomie – Fondue au chocolat, chantilly au cacao x Isautier cuvée Louis et Charles Édition 2023
Benjamin Rousseaux, sous chef under Michelin-starred chef Simon Scott at Bistrot Saveurs in Saint-Avit, is passionate about rum. He now runs his own restaurant: L’artist. ‘To complement this recipe, I have chosen Isautier cuvée Louis et Charles 2023 from Réunion, for its aromatic power and woody notes that will enhance the chocolate and marshmallow in… Cet article Rhum & Gastronomie – Fondue au chocolat, chantilly au cacao x Isautier cuvée Louis et Charles Édition 2023 est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Through the Caribaea Initiative, Chantal Comte is committed to promoting biodiversity in the Caribbean.
The ‘grande dame of rum’ treats us to remarkable vintages, but buying them also supports a good cause. With Caribaea and through a photo competition, she is committed to biodiversity and to Caribbean youth. It is not widely known, but since 2015, a portion of the sales of Chantal Comte wines has been donated to… Cet article Through the Caribaea Initiative, Chantal Comte is committed to promoting biodiversity in the Caribbean. est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Sustainable development – Omnicane builds a comprehensive sustainable model in Mauritius
Born from a century of sugar-making expertise, Major Philippe is setting sail for the world of premium Mauritian rum. True to its commitment to sustainability and spirit of exploration, Omnicane is applying its circular economy model, combining local heritage and innovation to meet the global demand for spirits that are both authentic and responsible. At… Cet article Sustainable development – Omnicane builds a comprehensive sustainable model in Mauritius est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Economy – Isautier: 180 years old and still full of plans!
Cyril Isautier, CEO of Isautier Boissons, discusses the future of the family-owned group and its rums. Between the success of its flavoured rums, the development of premium rums, the construction of a new distillery dedicated to agricultural rum, and the tripling of its ageing capacity, Isautier is keeping busy and continuing to innovate. This is… Cet article Economy – Isautier: 180 years old and still full of plans! est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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Rum & Gastronomy – Duck breast tartare and mojito mousse x Eminente Gran Reserva No. 2
Benjamin Rousseaux, sous chef under Michelin-starred chef Simon Scott at Bistrot Saveurs in Saint-Avit, is passionate about rum. He now runs his own restaurant: L’artist. ‘To complement this recipe, I chose Eminente Gran Reserva No. 2 from Cuba for its notes of candied fruit and spices, which come from its ageing in Sauternes barrels. It… Cet article Rum & Gastronomy – Duck breast tartare and mojito mousse x Eminente Gran Reserva No. 2 est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .
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