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Review: La Maison & Velier Transcontinental Rum Line, 2023 Single Casks

Drinkhacker

La Maison & Velier — also known as La Maison du Whisky — recently launched a new series of rums called the Transcontinental Rum Line (aka TCRL). We received a collection of small samples of six rums from the TCRL. All are 700ml bottles. 212 bottles produced. 230 bottles produced. 110 proof.

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Inside Manska’s Mind: Spirits Drinkers Drink, But Don’t Know Things

Chilled Magazine

Manska for an analytical look at the Quest for the Best—Spirits Drinkers Drink, But Don’t Know Things Proof or ABV: Proof can denote approximate alcohol content of any spirit although it is commonly associated with whiskey and originated with rum. Clear spirits such as unaged white dog whiskey, gin, vodka, can be bottled as Full Proof.

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The 30 Best Rums for 2024

VinePair

As much as any other spirit, it’s safe to say there’s a style of rum for everyone. Some bottles are specifically produced for cocktails; others, owing to the price tags that accompany them, demand to be sipped, whether neat, on the rocks, or proofed down to the drinker’s preference. After all, there’s a style of rum for everyone.

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Review: Hampden Rums – “Great House” 2023, Pagos, and 8 Years Old

Drinkhacker

Hampden “Great House” Rum Distillery Edition 2023 – This is the fifth edition of Great House , and these are always outstanding rums. There’s no information on what marks are used in the 2023 except that it is, as always, a blend (which changes every year by design). 114 proof. 104 proof. 92 proof.

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Rum Trends in 2024

Cheers

Is there a better deal in premium spirits right now than rum? Meanwhile, a well-aged rum is unlikely to cause sticker shock. This turn has caught the attention of most if not all rum producers. Sipping represents today 18% of rum consumption, a drastic shift.” Which is good news for the category. It’s a change of mindset.”

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Appleton Estate Bottles New Hearts Collection 1998

Cheers

Appleton Estate has launched Hearts Collection 1998, the latest release from this annual series of vintage-dated, extra-aged rums. It was selected by master blender Dr. Joy Spence in partnership with rum connoisseur Luca Gargano. Its striking vanilla notes and silky finish make this an ideal rum for sipping and savoring.”

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GSN Review: Blue Chair Bay Lime Rum

Good Spirits News

The new Lime Rum expression is itself a variation on the brand’s long-running Key Lime Rum Cream. The component rums used to make Blue Chair Bay are aged up to 15 months in bourbon barrels. GSN’s Remarks: Lime is apparent on the nose with a light rum scent.

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