Rum is one of the most popular alcoholic drinks that comes from the Caribbean. Over time, many countries have developed their own recipes, so you can try various styles and flavors around the world. However, the Caribbean countries remain the best place to taste this drink. Here are the top 3, in our opinion.
Barbados
It’s believed that Barbados is the place where rum was first created and enjoyed back in the 17th century. In 1703, the first distillery named Mount Gay was opened there. You can still taste the original rum on the island and enjoy the centuries of tradition that go into its production.
Jamaica
Jamaican rum is characterized by a flavor called “hogo” that resembles overripe fruit, but in a good way. There’s a special production process that allows this. Many Jamaican rums are stronger than average so they are great for cocktails.
Cuba
During the Prohibition, Americans escaped to Cuba to taste its delicious rum. To this day, Cuban rum is one of the best in the world, but it’s not easy to find it in the US. This is because of the Cold War trade restrictions that are still active today.