For many years Rum has struggled with something of an image problem. Still seen by many as a cheap drink to be taken mixed and in excess by teenagers in search of a good time. Attempts to “Premiumise” rum have done little to convince those outside rum circles that Killdevil is a legitimate alternative to classic spirits such…
Mauritian Rum is a new one on me. I have in the past tried Pink Pigeon Spiced Rum. Penny Blue hails from the same distillery as Pink Pigeon – The Medine Distillery. However, Penny Blue promises an altogether more sophisticated and grown up experience. Regulars readers of the blog may be familiar with the press…
Gosling’s don’t tend to rush their releases or have many lines in their portfolio. Until recently their only rum commercially available was the Black Seal and the Black Seal Overproof. In recent times Gosling’s have introduced a Gold Rum and finally got around to releasing this well guarded Family Secret. I quite enjoyed both the Black…
