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Review: Rums of Sugarfield Spirits, 2024 Releases

Drinkhacker

Sugarfield Spirits makes its home in Gonzalez, Louisiana and is the official vodka of Louisiana State University Athletics. However, rum is the true calling of this southern distillery. Sugarfield does most of their premium rum distillation with a copper pot still, as the spirit comes off around 165 to 170 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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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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Spirit of Gallo Re-Enters Luxury Rum Category with Ron del Barrilito

VinePair

Spirit of Gallo is expanding its luxury spirits portfolio with an investment in Puerto Rican rum brand Ron del Barrilito, according to a Monday press release. The deal will make Gallo the rum’s exclusive U.S. This move marks Spirit of Gallo’s return to luxury rum. To win in rum, we know it needs to be Super Premium+.

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Celebrate the Winning Bottles of the 2024 L.A. Spirits Awards

VinePair

For the dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of bottles stocked in your local liquor store or loaded on the virtual shelves of online retailers, a medal can be a make-or-break moment. cuts through the noise and helps that particular bottle stand out. rum industry. But a gold emblem that proudly declares, “I’m a winner, baby!”

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2024 Holiday Gift Guide

Imbibe Magazine

18 The Cocktail Cabinet: Whiskey Cards Pair this midcentury-style deck of 50 whiskey cocktail recipe cards by prolific cocktail author Kara Newman with a bottle of the good stuff for a gift any whiskey drinker would appreciate. Either bundle it with a favorite bottle of booze or the 7-ounce capacity flask. .

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5 Spirit Advent Calendars For People Who Don’t Like Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

From tequila to rum, there is something for every palate (even if you also treat yourself to the traditional chocolate advent calendar, I know I will). Encompassing several different crus including Grande Champagne and Fins Bois, these 30ml bottles will take you on a journey across the cognac region from the comfort of your living room.

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