From vodka to tequila, the world is finally waking up to the fact that many quality spirits – the key word being ‘quality’ – actually benefit from being sipped rather than slammed, to appreciate the complex aromas on the nose and intricate flavours on the palate. Just like wine, really.
Now, rum is finally getting its moment in the sun. Long-dubbed ‘the next gin’, they’re not just for mixing and muddling into delicious cocktails that immediately transport you to sunnier climes – namely, the Caribbean. Sipping rums will be all the rage this summer, taking the key ingredient from classic drinks like mojitos, caipirinhas and punches and making it the star of the show.
