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Drink of the Week: Planteray Cut & Dry Coconut Rum

Imbibe Magazine

It took six full months for a bottle of the Planteray Cut & Dry Coconut Rum from Maison Ferrand to finally hit my desk. Experimenting with the formula for four years, Maison Ferrand landed on a process the combines the best elements of their Barbadian rum and locally farmed coconuts. But don’t be afraid to experiment.

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Elements: PX Sherry

Imbibe Magazine

In Minneapolis, Meteor ’s Sherry Daiquiri cocktail combines PX and amontillado sherries to mimic the rum character found in the traditional drink. The Rum Also Rises PX sherry builds a flavorful bridge between coffee, tea, and chocolate in this rich after-dinner drink. crème de cacao 1/2 oz. coffee liqueur 1/2 oz.

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: Which Bottle Should Disappear From Back Bars and Bar Carts Forever? (2024)

VinePair

Every professional bartender has a few bottles they don’t like. But there’s usually one bottle that functions as something of a nemesis, and seeing it on a trusted establishment’s back bar or a good friend’s bar cart is enough to burrow under their skin — and heaven help the well-meaning soul who presents it as a gift.

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Why Cask-Strength Spirits Require Distinct Bottle Designs

VinePair

Every spirits brand wants its packaging to look attractive and stand out on the shelf, but when the time comes to design a new bottle, aesthetics are only a fraction of the equation. Cask-strength bourbons , navy-strength rums , and still-strength tequilas all have a couple of characteristics in common. Beam Distilling Co.

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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Rye That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

VinePair

They approach each bottling year by year and choose a blend that best represents how the whiskey inside the barrel is aging. The result is a rye that is both complex and approachable at around $30 per bottle, which lends itself to any classic cocktail that you can imagine including an amazing Sazerac.”

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: What’s Your Favorite Cocktail and Food Pairing?

VinePair

It’s a relatively straightforward process, with guests receiving a curated experience — and the restaurant might even move bottles that have been collecting dust. For the base spirit, I love a good medium-bodied Jamaican pot still rum.” The acidity and sweetness of the Daiquiri cuts through the bold flavors and spice of Szechuan food.

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4 Rum & Cognac Alternatives To Collecting Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

Some rums and cognacs offer the same pedigree, ageing, and complexity. These four standout bottles come from established producers with real provenance. Whether youre collecting, gifting, or exploring something new, these bottles are worth your attention. What makes this bottle truly unusual is its second maturation.

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