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Prices of premium liquor in Karnataka expected to drop

Spiritz

The prices of premium liquor in Karnataka were expected to drop by around 20 percent, following a significant policy change. The revised rates are the result of amendments to the Karnataka Excise (Excise Duties and Fees) Rules, and are applicable to brandy, whisky, gin, rum, and similar liquors, but not to beer, wine, toddy, and fenny.

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Review: Rolling Fork The Wheated Wonder Rum

Drinkhacker

Rum has a long tradition with historically colonial islands. While many rum-producing islands are now independent of their colonizers, the original mother countries in Europe are still involved in the rum production process. Rolling Fork is an American producer of rum that recently released The Wheated Wonder.

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More women got liquor vends in Lucknow

Spiritz

In Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 370 out of 1,046 liquor shops have been allocated to women entrepreneurs for the fiscal 2024-25. Women entrepreneurs, who have been allotted liquor vends, will assume control over more than one-third of the liquor business in the city from 1st April, 2024.

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Facing a Shortage, Will Wray & Nephew Rum Be the Next Chartreuse?

VinePair

A popular and once-ubiquitous Jamaican rum has become mysteriously scarce this year. Wray & Nephew Overproof is practically synonymous with overproof rum. It’s by far one of Jamaica’s most popular rums, and can be found behind most bars in the U.S. Unanticipated high rainfall can affect rum production in multiple ways.

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Remember When Bacardí Thought a Tequila-Rum Hybrid Would Be the Next Big Thing?

VinePair

So went spirits critic Robert Whitley’s 2002 review of Ciclón, a just-released Barcardí product that combined the brand’s Gold Rum with “blue agave” tequila and a “hint” of natural lime juice. The spirits giant’s own motto was a little more blunt: “90% rum, 10% tequila, 100% un-be-lievable!” “ It’s new, it’s hip, it’s a mere $14. ”

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The Season of Spooky Sips

Imbibe Magazine

Satin in a Coffin This Mai Tai riff swaps rum for mezcal, lending an earthy sweetness to complement the tropical vibes. Spirits of the Dead This potent cocktail blends a bold base of scotch and Cognac with amaro, Campari, and Bénédictine, as inspired by a grandfather’s liquor cabinet.

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Guide to Easy Rum Mixed Drinks

Moody Mixologist

Mixing up rum-based cocktails at home doesn’t have to be complicated. There are a lot of mixers that go well with both light and dark rums, making it possible to have a great drink with as little as two or three ingredients! Types of rum cocktails There are several different categories of rum cocktails to choose from.

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