Homegrown Rum Brands You Must Have In Your Collection

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For most, it is a match made in heaven. A unique mix of cold, sweet soda with strong alcohol, the combination can never go wrong at any given point. Although most of us associate rum with winter; trust us, a dedicated rum lover needs no specific time or occasion to enjoy the alcohol. In fact, there is something very soothing about rum-and-coke that remains beyond explanation. This World Rum Day, we have handpicked a few popular homegrown rum brands that are ruling the Indian market for quite some time now. Have these alcohols on the rocks, pair with soda or make yummy cocktails - you have room to explore. Let's take you through some of the most popular rum brands in India.


World Rum Day 2022: 5 Homegrown Rum Brands You Must Have In Your Collection

Every year, World Rum Day falls on the second Saturday of July. This year, it is on July 9, 2022.

• Somdatta Saha
• Updated: July 08, 2022 17:15 IST

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Rum makes a popular choice among Indian alcohol consumers

What comes to your mind when we say rum and coke? For most, it is a match made in heaven. A unique mix of cold, sweet soda with strong alcohol, the combination can never go wrong at any given point. Although most of us associate rum with winter; trust us, a dedicated rum lover needs no specific time or occasion to enjoy the alcohol. In fact, there is something very soothing about rum-and-coke that remains beyond explanation. This World Rum Day, we have handpicked a few popular homegrown rum brands that are ruling the Indian market for quite some time now. Have these alcohols on the rocks, pair with soda or make yummy cocktails - you have room to explore. Let's take you through some of the most popular rum brands in India.


Here're Homegrown Rum Brands You Must Try:

Old Monk:


It will be a sin if we don't talk about Old Monk at the very beginning. In fact, for every rum lover, it is the ultimate comfort one can think of. This drink was introduced by Mohan Meakin Ltd. in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh in 1954. And reportedly by 2013, Old Monk became the largest black rum distributor in the world. Old Monk black rum is mixed and aged for at least seven years. It has a prominent vanilla flavour and a 42.8% alcohol level.



Makazai Bartender's Edition:


Deemed India's first premium artisanal rum, Makazai is an independent, homegrown startup that blends small batches of artisanal rums. It comes in two variants. The first being the Bartender's Edition. It is a crystal-clear, medium-bodied white rum with creamy and elegant aromas. This blended molasses spirit has floral, sweet, spicy, and herbaceous nature that gives it a unique tropical note. The liquid inherits notes from the sugarcane grown in the rich, red soil of Maharashtra used to make the rum.

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Here are some notable homegrown rum brands from various regions that you might want to consider adding to your collection:

1. Appleton Estate (Jamaica) - Known for its rich history and high-quality rums, Appleton Estate produces a range of aged rums that are highly regarded globally.
2. Mount Gay (Barbados) - One of the oldest rum producers in the world, Mount Gay is famous for its smooth and balanced rums, particularly the XO and Black Barrel expressions.
3. Ron Zacapa (Guatemala) - While not strictly a "homegrown" rum in the traditional sense, Ron Zacapa is produced in Guatemala and is renowned for its complex, aged rums that often include blends up to 30 years old.
4. Havana Club (Cuba) - One of the most iconic Cuban rum brands, Havana Club offers a range of rums from light to dark, including their prestigious añejo and extra añejo expressions.
5. Brugal (Dominican Republic) - Brugal is known for its dry and smooth rums, with the Extra Viejo and XV expressions being particularly popular among rum enthusiasts.
6. El Dorado (Guyana) - El Dorado rums are produced in Guyana and are famous for their rich, full-bodied flavor profiles, often aged in various types of wooden barrels.
7. Saint James (Martinique) - Hailing from Martinique, Saint James produces agricole rums made from fresh sugarcane juice, known for their distinctive grassy and vegetal notes.
8. Diplomático (Venezuela) - Diplomático rums are crafted in Venezuela and are celebrated for their smoothness and complexity, especially in their Reserva Exclusiva and Single Vintage expressions.
9. Foursquare (Barbados) - Foursquare Distillery in Barbados produces a range of exceptional rums known for their purity and authenticity, with an emphasis on traditional craftsmanship.
10. Chairman's Reserve (Saint Lucia) - Chairman's Reserve offers a selection of rums from Saint Lucia, including blended and aged varieties that showcase the island's rich rum-making heritage.