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Happy National Rum Day!!!!
Did you know that Saturday, August 16th is National Rum Day?
Yes indeedy, there’s an entire day dedicated exclusively to Rum.
It’s a liquor with a rich history and to honor it we offer up a few tasty facts about this tasty spirit.
Did you know … Rum is considered to be the world’s oldest distilled spirit?
Rum is produced in a variety of styles? Light rums are commonly used in cocktails while golden and dark Rums are appropriate for drinking straight, or as a brandy or for use in cooking.
Not every distilled sugarcane product is Rum? There’s Cachaca (only made in Brazil); Arak or Arrack (only made in Indonesia), or Aguardiente, which comes from Spain.
With the end of summer on the way and it being National Rum Day, here’s a great link with Rum Cocktail recipes and selections tips that’s worth a look, especially if you’re looking to toast the day properly.
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