The New Rum: A Modern Guide to the Spirit of the Americas

by Bryce T. Bauer

Nine countries, forty producers, and ten classic cocktails Rum, traditionally relegated to cloying cocktails or tropical- themed novelty drinks, is undergoing a global renaissance. In bars and distilleries across the world, rum is being defined as a dynamic, complex, and versatile drink. New to the scene of connoisseurship, rum is a spirit of possibilities, inviting imaginative bartenders and mixologists to leave their marks on this burgeoning movement. In The New Rum, award- winning drinks author Bryce T. Bauer charts the historical and cultural journey of the spirit of the Americas from its origins in the Caribbean, to its long- held status as a cheap vacation drink, to today’s inspiring craft revival. This rum-spiked travelogue also includes a producer- focused drinks guide, covering dozens of the world’s most innovative and iconic producers, making everything from Martinique rhum agricole to long-aged sippers from Barbados and the Dominican Republic. Color illustrations throughout

Genres: Nonfiction

336 pages, Hardcover

Published June 5, 2018

Reviews

[Chris Maire · Rating 4 out of 5]

The New Rum is at it's weakest when Bauer is writing it like a travelogue, but when he focuses on describing rum production it's very engaging. If nothing else, absolutely worth reading to hear from rum icons like Joy Spence and Richard Seale.

[Ackuhnz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice overview of the current state of a few distilleries. Quick and easy read with some valuable info and suggestions.