With its syrupy sweet flavor, tropical spice tanginess and strong association with tiki drinks, rum is the quintessential summer spirit.
National Rum Day is celebrated during one of the warmest times of the year — when our taste buds crave refreshing, island-style flavors. Make a toast to this treasured Caribbean concoction. Whether you prefer your rum on the rocks, with a dash of soda water or in a piña colada, you’re sure to enjoy this selection of standout bottles from Venezuela to the British Virgin Islands.
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Rocked by music, rolled by change, lapped by turquoise waters, blown by hurricanes – the Caribbean is a lively and intoxicating profusion of people and places spread over 7000 islands (fewer than 10% are inhabited). But, for all they share, there’s also much that makes them different.
National Rum Day is celebrated during one of the warmest times of the year — when our taste buds crave refreshing, island-style flavors. Make a toast to this treasured Caribbean concoction. Whether you prefer your rum on the rocks, with a dash of soda water or in a piña colada, you’re sure to enjoy this selection of standout bottles from Venezuela to the British Virgin Islands.
Rocked by music, rolled by change, lapped by turquoise waters, blown by hurricanes – the Caribbean is a lively and intoxicating profusion of people and places spread over 7000 islands (fewer than 10% are inhabited). But, for all they share, there’s also much that makes them different.
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