Rum

Distilled from molasses, sugar cane and its by-products, rum tends to be produced mostly in tropical countries. Jamaica is arguably home to the best brands which, depending on how long they're aged in barrel, can be golden, dark or clear, á la Bacardi White rum. Still the base of a gazillion cocktails, the good rums are made for sipping, over ice or seated in a chair. We cover the world, the flavours, the brands and the styles.