Rich Tapestry of Rum: Unveiling the Diverse Types and Flavors
White or Light Rum This type of rum is typically clear and has a milder flavor profile. It is often used in cocktails where the rum flavor shouldn't overpower other ingredients
Gold or Amber Rum Gold or amber rum obtains its color from aging in wooden barrels. It has a richer flavor compared to white rum, with notes of caramel and vanilla
Dark Rum Dark rum is aged for a more extended period than gold or amber rum and often in charred barrels. It has a darker color and a more intense, robust flavor with hints of spices, molasses, and toffee
Spiced Rum Spiced rum is infused with various spices and sometimes caramel. Common spices include cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla
Aged Rum Aged rum undergoes a more extended aging process, often in oak barrels. The aging imparts complex flavors and aromas, including oak, caramel, and sometimes fruity
Rhum Agricole Rhum agricole is a type of rum made from freshly squeezed sugarcane juice rather than molasses
Cachaça While not technically a rum, cachaça is a spirit from Brazil that is similar to rum. It is made from fermented sugarcane juice and has a unique flavor profile