RUMming

Reviews & Blogs

Nowadays we look at the product rating with every purchase we make. So it makes sense that you might want to do this before purchasing a bottle of rum. We have compiled a list of the most famous rum reviewers/ bloggers.

The Lone Caner

Lance Surujbally not only was one of the first bloggers/ reviewers of rum but has kept at it for all these years in his unique style. Being a prolific writer, averaging 1 review a week, this also means that his site a wealth of knowledge. And do check out his more in-depth articles while you’re there.

Rum Diaries Blog

Manchester, UK-based Steven James has been writing reviews for years.
He won the prize for best blogger at the 2018 Golden Rum Barrel Awards. He is also very active in the various rum groups on Facebook and co-founder of the UK Rum Club. He is a good source of information for all things rum being a real rum geek. He also has a fantastic memory allowing him to impress with rum trivia. He is also a fan of cocktails, so you can also come to him for a tasty recipe.

Rum Revelations

Canada based, but born and raised in the Netherlands, Ivar de Laat started rum reviewing / blogging in 2019. He quickly created his own niche by often comparing 2 (or more) rums. And his daiquiri challenge where he uses different rums to make daiquiris is a fun exercise to try at home. 

Cocktail Wonk

Matt Pietrek started of writing about different spirits, but in recent years almost exclusively about his great love: rum. His articles are based on great research on the subject and are therefore almost mandatory if you want to venture further into the world of rum.

The Fat Rum Pirate

If you like straightforward, no frills, reviews then you will certainly appreciate Wes Burgin’s blogs. He also publishes a list of hydrometer tests on rum, which provides information on whether substances have been added to the rum.

Rum Shop Boy

The English Simon Johnson writes reviews under the pseudonym Rum Shop Boy. His plain blogs are well worth a look. He writes about a wide selection of (affordable and readily available) rum which is interesting for any rum enthusiast whether beginner or advanced.

The Floating Rum Shack

Peter Holland is no stranger to the rum world. In addition to being a brand ambassador for brands such as Doorly’s and Boutique-y, he is also a jury member at major spirit award shows. His annual publication of all major (and smaller) rum festivals is very useful!

The Rum Barrel

Bartender Alexandru Marius Sandu has great cocktail recipes (not just with rum) in addition to an ever-growing series of rum reviews.

Youtube

Youtube has a few channels for those who want to brush up their knowledge of rum. Often you will find interviews with distillers or brand ambassadors, which gives a fascinating insight into a distillery or brand.

Authentic Caribbean Rum

This channel is operated by the West Indies Rum & Spirits Producers Association (WIRSPA). Here you will find some very informative interviews with affiliated producers.

Caribbean Rum Chronicles

Roger Barnes, a.k.a. the Rum Reverend, is the host of this channel with topics ranging from cocktails to cooking with rum.

The Liquid Antiquarian

Dave Broom, see also Books, delves into the history of spirits (not just rum) and explains how old laws, inventions and decisions have changed the spirits of today.

Cocktails

Rum en cocktails gaan hand in hand. Het mag dan ook geen wonder zijn dat er diverse boeken over rum cocktails zijn geschreven.