Rum where to buy

Rum has one of the most storied and romanticized images of the liquors. The word conjures images of pirates on the high seas, gallant ships of the line, and hardy sailors and their grog. Rum has a long history, with its own traditions and mixes.

The distinguishing difference of a quality rum is aging. After distilling, the liquor is usually set in a charred oak barrel for aging — sometimes up to 60 years! The aging process helps the rum to develop its character and acquire a distinctly caramelized flavor. Whether you are looking for a great mixer for your Mojito or want to enjoy the intense flavor of a premium rum brand, we have the best quality to suit your needs: from Bacardi Light and Gold mixers to ultra-rare Appleton Estate, a 50 year aged dark rum for very special occasions.

We even have the staple of popular rum: Captain Morgan rum in three quality varieties. Compare and match to find which suits your tastes. Quick view Compare Out of stock. United States. Type keyword s to search. Today's Top Stories. Alyssa Gray. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below. Equiano Rum. Ron Zacapa 23 Centenario. Ten To One White Rum. Angostura 7 Year Old Rum. HH Bespoke Rum. Cruzan Single Barrel Rum.

The Kraken Black Spiced Rum. The Kraken. Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum. Captain Morgan. Parce Rum 8-Year Aged. Parce Rum. Malibu Original Carribean Rum. Mount Gay XO Rum. Mount Gay. Diplomatico Rum. Don Q Rum. Don Q. Appleton Estate Signature Blend. Bumbu Original Rum. Related: The Best Sipping Rums.

There are many different coconut rums to choose from, but most are artificially sweetened. This is not some low-proof coconut-flavored rum liquor; made from a mash of raw cane sugar, this is a full-proof rum that's flavored with coconut and other natural flavors, giving it a fresh fruit taste that has the right amount of sweetness. Using this barrel-aged rum adds some complexity to the refreshing mint, sugar, and lime flavors of a classic Mojito.

It also brings notes of oak and white chocolate into play without affecting the presentation of this classic summer drink. Related: The Best White Rums. The rum is slightly sweet, as Venezuelan law allows for the addition of sugar, but there are some really bright, rich fruit notes throughout, along with a good balance of vanilla and banana flavors.

The classic Daiquiri is a cocktail admired for its simplicity and brightness. Just three ingredients are required: lime juice, simple syrup and a good white rum. Pamela Wiznitzer, a consulting bartender, says that not only is Don Q Cristal a great value, but it's "also made in one of the most sustainable distilleries in the world. Though you can make it with any rum you like, it tastes especially good with this dark rum.

Goslings sources a secret blend of rum from various Caribbean countries, which it blends and ages in Bermuda. Related: The Best Cheap Rums. With its iconic hula girl art, this Sailor Jerry spiced rum is bottled at 92 proof—a higher proof than many others of its kind. This makes it an even better cocktail component, as the higher ABV allows the rum to shine through when mixed with other ingredients.

The baking spice and vanilla notes stand out in almost any cocktail, from a Mai Tai to an Old Fashioned. The Real McCoy sources its rum from the Foursquare distillery in Barbados, firmly believing in making rum without additives or coloring.

This dark rum was aged for 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels, giving it layers of brown sugar, vanilla, black cherry and even some mild smoky notes. No color or sugar is added to this rum, which is distilled at the Foursquare distillery. It's aged for 14 years in ex-bourbon barrels three of those in the U. This drinks easily even at that high proof, but a bit of water opens it up and reveals an exciting range of spice, fruit and vanilla on the palate.

This Dominican Republican rum is aged between two and five years in American oak before bottling, picking up notes of vanilla, spice, and wood along the way. It also works great as a substitute for whiskey in a cocktail like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan. Aged for a minimum of 21 years, this Jamaican rum is not overly tannic or bitter. This rum does a great job at creating a complex flavor that walks the line between an aged rum and a younger dark rum. This is a fine sipping rum, although it also works well in classic cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.

Look for notes of oak, spice and dates, along with just a hint of smokiness from nearly a decade inside a barrel. The best overall rum is Mount Gay Black Barrel. This is an affordable rum with rich and complex flavors that drinks well on its own as a sipper and works splendidly in any variety of cocktails. Rum is made from molasses or sugarcane juice, water, and yeast.