The Curious Bartender's Rum Revolution

by Tristan Stephenson

Discover why rum is becoming the hottest spirit in the world right now with the latest and greatest offering from bestselling author and master mixologist Tristan Stephenson.

Discover why rum is becoming the hottest spirit in the world right now with the latest and greatest offering from bestselling author and master mixologist Tristan Stephenson.

The Curious Bartender’s Rum Revolution is the fifth book by bestselling author Tristan Stephenson. Explore rum’s remarkable history from its humble origins to its status as life-blood of the Royal Navy and its love affair with Cuba. Discover its darker past, with tales of devils, pirates and its reputation as the revolutionary spirit. This fabled drink is in the midst of another revolution, transforming from uninspiring grog to premium product, with aged and spiced premium varieties leading the charge. Learn about how rum is made, from the science of sugar cane and molasses to distillation and unique ageing techniques. The Rum Tour will transport you to the most exciting rum distilleries the world has to offer, with Tristan’s signature tasting notes guiding you towards the right rum at the right time. Explore the legendary Caribbean home of rum to the pioneering rum makers around the world embracing dynamic new techniques and taking flavor to dizzy new heights. Finally, Tristan’s mixology skills will help you master jazzed-up versions of the Mai Tai and Mojito, perfect a Planter’s Punch and keep you on trend with Brazil’s famous Caipirinha and Batida cocktails, made with rum’s sister spirit, cachaça.

Genres: Food, Cooking, Cookbooks, Cocktails

224 pages, Hardcover

Published May 16, 2017

Reviews

[Steve · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book which covers rum history, distilleries (with photos from when the author visited the various locations), and covers some cocktail recipes at the end. The book is entertaining and well researched. It also makes for a good reference book. Very happy with Rum Revolution, it's a great read.

[Maria Cloos · Rating 4 out of 5]

As usual for this author, the book was an absolute pleasure to read. He included all the nitty gritty and dirty that come with this contentious spirit. I only wish he’d given more attention to the various styles rather than just specific brands.

[Jose Halupa · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you love rum you will certainly enjoy this book.

[Robert · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you want more detail about rum, history, origin etc. This is a good book. Worth reading and keeping for further reference.

[David Brady · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fantastic history of rum for novice. Full of history, social injustice and wonderful little stories.

[Ewan Henderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great book on rum, well designed and presented, an exploration of regions, terrior and brands. Clear concise information on each subject, as a rum educator I use as a reference book. If you like rum, it's a go-to deep dive, it won't disappoint, enjoy.

[Du · Rating 2 out of 5]

Meh. The rum tour, describing each distillery is easily the past worth reading if you have a background in rum.