Cornish Rum

Cornish rum is a distinctive style of rum produced in Cornwall, England, celebrated for its artisanal craftsmanship, local ingredients, and rich maritime heritage. Unlike mass-produced rums, Cornish rum is often small-batch, handcrafted, and made using traditional distillation techniques, including fermentation of pure molasses and ageing in oak barrels for depth and complexity.

Cornish rum often features unique flavour profiles, such as vanilla, lime, and warming spices, and is increasingly recognised for its eco-conscious production and local character. Whether sipped neat, mixed in cocktails, or used in culinary recipes, Cornish rum brings a bold, flavourful taste of the southwest coast to the glass.

Rum comes in a wide variety of styles, each offering distinct flavours, colours, and uses. White rum is light and crisp, often used in cocktails like mojitos and daiquiris. Gold rum, also known as amber rum, is aged longer and has mellow notes of vanilla, caramel, and spice. Dark rum is deeply aged, rich, and full-bodied, ideal for sipping or adding depth to bold cocktails. Spiced rum is infused with warming spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove, making it a flavourful choice for mixed drinks. Overproof rum has a much higher alcohol content and is typically used sparingly in punches or flambé recipes. Additionally, agricole rum, made from fresh sugarcane juice rather than molasses, offers a grassy, earthy profile and is popular in French-speaking Caribbean regions. These diverse styles make rum one of the most versatile spirits in the world, perfect for everything from tropical cocktails to refined sipping. Even for those that seek something very different and like Flavoured rum, these can come in a wide range of popular flavours like pineapple, cherry or banana!

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