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Most people think of rum as the main ingredient to popular cocktail such as the Mojito, Cuba Libre and many other tropical concoctions.  To most rum is seen as a mixer and not thought of as being in the same echelon as fine spirits such as scotch or cognac.  However, this preconception that rum is an inferior spirit that is best used for mixing is a complete fallacy. There are a countless number of fine aged rums on the market that are designed to be enjoyed straight, just like scotch or cognac.  In-fact, aged rum can be an utter epiphany on the palate, capable of standing its ground against the finest whiskeys the world has to offer.  However, rum does all this at a fairly modest price-point compared to today’s currently bloated single malt scotch prices.  For the price of an in expensive single malt you can purchase a wonderful aged rum!  Also for all you cigar lovers out there, rum can be an excellent compliment to your fine stogie as well.  The two pair up beautifully and why wouldn’t they? They both are derived from tropical climates, so it is only natural that they would go hand in hand. The following rums are some personal favorites of mine: Continue reading Discovering Rum