Apart from say MGXO, or Appleton Extra, mayber El Dorado 12, the most classic, most authentic rum of all simply has to be the official rum of the British Royal Navy.

For hundreds of years BRN rum was considered essential to the operation of the navy. Rum was the currency of the time, and provided both solace and energy. Rum kept the sailors (and pirates for that matter) on the job. Rum was the oil of the times.

From the perspective of truly understanding rum, it is mandatory to understand its history – from Barbados, to Jamaica, to Guyana, to Haiti, and finally Cuba (setting forth the basis styles of rum).

British Navy Rum was and remains magnificent. If you don’t like it, if you prefer the modern trend toward toward faux light rums, laced with unlabeled sugar, smoothers and additives, so be it.

Those who prefer the latter will never really understand real and authentic rum. By taking the time to work with Pussers, your skills, understanding and appreciation will improve immeasureably.

Again, Bravo!