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New Figures Show Big Increase In UK Rum Sales

19/4/2020

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Rum sales surged by 7% in 2019 – a rise driven by cocktails and new spiced and flavoured rums, according to food and drink analysts CGA.
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In the same period, brandy and whisky sales rose by about 3% and 1% respectively, and vodka sales actually fell by 0.4%.

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What is Solera Rum?

6/2/2019

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Pick up a bottle of Venezuela's Santa Teresa 1796, Colombia's La Hechicera or  Guatemala's Ron Zacapa 23, and you'll see the word 'Solera' on the label.  Read on to discover what to expect when buying bottles labelled as solera rums - including where and how it is produced, and what it tastes like.

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Rum, Rhum or Ron?

5/2/2019

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Rum, Rhum or Ron
Are ‘rum’, ‘rhum’ and 'ron' three distinct spirits, or different words for the same thing? Find out what to expect when buying bottles labelled as rum, rhum or ron - including where it is produced and what it tastes like.

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Exploring the Different Styles of Rum

4/2/2019

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Guide to Types of Rum
With a huge variety of colours and styles, there is a rum for everyone. Here is your quick guide to the different styles of rum - from white rum, golden rum and dark rum, to spiced rum, rhum agricole, demerara rum, and cachaça.

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10 Amazing Facts About Rum

4/2/2019

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Amazing Facts About Rum
​From gunpowder and Nelson's blood to angels and hair loss, discover 10 things you (probably) didn't know about rum. Get ready to impress your rum pals over a Piña Colada!

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Why is Rum called Grog?

21/1/2019

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Why is rum called grog?
Why is rum often referred to as 'grog' and where does the name come from? Find out the story which dates back to 18th Century and the British Royal Navy. Read on! 

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The Difference Between Rum & Rhum

10/1/2019

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The Difference Between Rum and Rhum
Are ‘rum’ and ‘rhum’ two distinct spirits, or just different ways of spelling the same thing?

Actually, the ‘h’ is very significant. Read our guide to find out what makes rhum different, what its origins are, where it is produced, what it tastes like, and suggestions of rhum distilleries and brands to explore.

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