The Rum Company Blog

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Top Five Rums to Warm Your Bones This Halloween & Bonfire Night

Looking to toast the spookiest season with something a bit... darker? Whether you're gathering for ghost stories by the fire or celebrating the night with friends, these five mysterious and magical rums are ready to take your Halloween and Bonfire Night to another realm.

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Mutiny Spiced Rum – Embrace the Spirit of Rebellion

Presented in a distinctive, pirate-themed bottle, Mutiny Spiced Rum makes the perfect gift for the pirate at heart. The bottle is embellished with fiery gold text that symbolises the flames of rebellion, telling the story of a mutiny at sea. Subtle and intricate chain detail suggests breaking free from shackles while dripping wax seals the pirate-inspired aesthetic.

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Discover KNOTS: Premium Handcrafted Spirits

Founded in 2022 by serving and former members of the Armed Forces, KNOTS embodies the spirit of adventure and excellence. The team, seasoned by travels across the globe, brings you the finest rums inspired by their nautical journeys and military values.

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What’s Your Favourite Rum?

It might be something popular, perhaps a supermarket rum. Or, it might be a 10-year-old dark rum from a Caribbean island you bought on your honeymoon. Either way, we all have some preferences.

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Unleashing the Viking Spirit

Born in the rugged heart of the Somerset countryside, The Somerset Viking is a brand that embodies strength, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the Vikings. It's more than just a brand; it’s a symbol of embracing your inner Viking and overcoming any challenge that comes your way.

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Everyone loves an underdog

Everyone loves an underdog, and that’s why the husband and wife team, Emma and Andrew, embarked on a mission to create a rum that not only tastes amazing but betters the planet.

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Revival Rum

Revival Rum Pure Cane spirit is crafted in the heart of Northamptonshire countryside, meticulously crafting spirits using a traditional copper, Caribbean style, double retort still.

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West Midlands Distillery

For three generations, the family has been dedicated to the art of distillation, crafting award-winning spirits that embody ‘passion and heritage’. The journey began in the most unlikely of places - a vintage 1970s caravan purchased off eBay.

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Zanzibar Spiced Rum

Unique and truly exotic spirits from the tropical paradise – a true representation of the island’s spice heritage.

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Curious Creatures

We Are Curious Creatures defies convention, with Bristolian passion flowing in every bottle.

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ORIGINAL DEEDS RUM

Once upon a time, the small English town of Pontefract was experts in growing liquorice root which they formed into jet black sweet liquorice ‘Pontefract cakes’, affectionally known as ‘The Yorkshire Penny’.

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The Health Benefits of Rum: Fact or Fiction

The intersection of rum and health, or more broadly, alcohol and wellness, has long been a subject of curiosity and debate. It's not uncommon to come across articles touting the supposed health benefits of alcohol in moderation. But are these claims rooted in scientific fact, or are they more a matter of wishful thinking? In this exploration of healthy drinking, we'll delve into the world of rum and its potential health benefits to separate fact from fiction.

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The History of Rum: From Pirates to Prohibition

Rum history is an intriguing tale of adventure, rebellion, and resilience. This enchanting spirit has a rich and colourful past that intertwines with pirates, revolutionaries, and even the era of Prohibition cocktails. As we delve into the captivating journey of rum, we discover how it evolved from a pirate's drink to a cornerstone of classic cocktails during the Prohibition era.

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CUSTOM SPIRITS Rum

A small yet highly creative distillery based In Horsham, West Sussex, where passion and innovation converge to redefine the world of spirits.

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