rum

Originally from the Carribeans, rum is a spirit, generally obtained from distillation of fermented cane molasses that is often aromatised with herbs to enrich the taste. It almost has no colour and, when fresh, its colour goes from yellow to dark, after ageing, sometimes with the addition of caramel. It is possible to distinguish rum according the place of origin, such as Jamaica, Cuba etc. One that deserves special attention is the rum from French Antilles, the Agricole, obtained from sugar cane juice made in Saint Barthélemy, Guadeloupe, Les Saintes and Martinique. Agricole rums are more complex, with floral and fruity aromas, in addition to balsamic woody aromas acquired upon ageing; these are structured and complex spirits, more suitable for ageing, the only ones that can have an appellation of origin. Ideal when served smooth, in the Blanc version, rum is the ingredient for many cocktails and long drinks.