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National Hot Buttered Rum Day – January 17

January 17, 2025 By Dow Scoggins

National Hot Buttered Rum Day

Why is National Hot Buttered Rum Day on January 17th?
National Hot Buttered Rum Day is celebrated on January 17 likely because it falls in the heart of winter, a season when warm, comforting drinks are especially appealing. The timing makes it ideal for enjoying this classic hot cocktail, which has a rich history rooted in colonial America and pairs perfectly with cold weather. While the exact origin of the date is unclear, it aligns well with the seasonal demand for cozy beverages.

What is Hot Buttered Rum?

Hot buttered rum is a warm, comforting cocktail made with rum, butter, hot water or cider, a sweetener, and a blend of spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. This drink is especially beloved during the fall and winter months and has become a holiday season classic. Its origins in the United States trace back to colonial times, when many families crafted their own recipes. Early Americans even regarded rum as a source of nourishment and a tonic for strengthening the body.

Serious Eats Hot Buttered Rum Recipe
Ingredients
Batter:
4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
8 ounces brown sugar or demerara sugar (Sugar in the Raw)
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

For each drink:
2 tablespoons batter, to taste
2 ounces dark rum
4 ounces boiling water
Ground nutmeg, for garnish

Directions
Cream the butter with the sugar in a stand mixer (or by hand with a wooden spoon) and add the spices. Keep refrigerated.
Add batter to a warm mug and pour in 2 ounces of boiling water. Stir to mix, add rum and the rest of the water, stir again. Garnish with fresh nutmeg.

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Rolling Fork Releases New Small Batch 10 Year Old Barbados Rum

June 24, 2024 By Dustin Scoggins

Rolling Fork Rum
Photo Credit: Rolling Fork Rum

Louisville, KY–June 25, 2024 – Rolling Fork, the Indiana-based producer of award-winning rums, is releasing a new small-batch rum distilled in Barbados titled, “The Wheated Cask Wonder.” The name refers to the more than two years that the rum was aged in rare, 10-year-old wheated bourbon casks sourced from Frankfort, Kentucky.

“We’ve been excited about this one for a while now,” says Rolling Fork Co-Founder Turner Wathen. “The combination of 8-year-old100% molasses rum distilled in Barbados and the rich flavor and soft texture that a wheated bourbon cask brings to the party makes this one of our most exciting releases.”

Rolling Fork sourced an8-year-old rum distilled in Barbados by Foursquare Distillery and then transferred it to bourbon casks that had held wheated bourbon for 10 years from one of Kentucky’s most iconic whiskey brands.

“We love the flavor profiles that developed in this rum after it aged in the 10-year-old wheated bourbon casks,” says Rolling Fork Co-founder Jordan Morris. “There’s a complex mix of orange peel, dark fruit and buttery pastry layered over some great caramel notes. At cask strength-114.9 proof–it’s a great rum experience.”

With four casks produced, only 900 bottles of The Wheated Cask Wonder are up for grabs. It has an SRP of $99 and is available online and in select markets.

About Rolling Fork:

Rolling Fork Spirits was founded by Turner Wathen and Jordan Morris in 2017 as independent blenders and bottlers of rum. Rolling Fork Spirits offers unique expressions of rums without additives. Located at Starlight Distillery in Borden, Indiana, Rolling Fork uses hand-selected casks (bourbon, rye, port, cognac and more) and rick house aging to develop unique flavor profiles in rums in the region synonymous with American whiskey.

Rolling Fork has been recognized by the most prestigious spirits competitions, including: Double Platinum for Lost Cask 15 YO Jamaica Rum, Platinum for Heart of Gold Rum and 9 YO Barbados Rum, and Gold for 12 YO Brazil rum in the 2024 Ascot Awards; Gold at 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for Heart of Gold Rum; Double Gold for 9 YO Barbados and Lost Cask 15 YO Jamaica rums and Gold for Heart of Gold Rum and 12 YO Brazil Rum in the 2024 Barleycorn Awards. Last year, Rolling Fork won Best Rum at the 2023 New Orleans Spirits Competition and was named Independent Bottler of the Year in the 2023 ASCOT Awards (where they also took Best Rum for 9 YO Barbados Rum).Rolling Fork’s Lost Cask 15 YO Jamaica was just named Best Rum in the 2024 Barleycorn Awards.

For more information please visit https://www.rollingforkrum.com

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Detroit City Distillery bringing back Summer Rum, ‘Detroit’s industry love letter to rum’

May 26, 2021 By Dow Scoggins

Detroit City Distillery bringing back Summer RumDetroit City Distillery (DCD), an independent craft distiller of small-batch artisanal spirits, is bringing back its limited-edition spirit, Summer Rum and hosting a special street party on Sun., May 30. The event will take place at the Detroit City Distillery Tasting Room at 2462 Riopelle in Eastern Market – Indoors and outdoors, with limited capacity, requiring masks and social distancing. The outdoor patio area encompasses an entire city block. Spinning DJs: Peter Croce, Blair French, Party Boy Lance, Joseph Dopke. Special menu of with craft rum drinks and food, to be announced via social media @detroitcitydistillery on Facebook & Instagram

It’s Detroit City Distillery’s annual Summer Rum party and they have an epic day planned.

Smashable Summer Rum Drinks.
Pineapples filled with rum, carafes brimming with avocado daiquiris, boozy pops and more.

Come shake your booty.
Peter Croce, Blair French, Joseph Dopke and Party Boy Lance will be spinning the island vibes all day and all night.

Killer food from across the pond.
Midnight Temple are bringin’ the heat with some amazing Indo=Indian food (which is a match made in heaven for rum drinks).

Hidden treasure.
This year, DCD hid secret Summer Rum treasures at bars throughout the city. The bartenders who helped DCD make this delicious spirit hold the key. Order some cocktails and see if you can score some booty. Claim your treasure at DCD during the Summer Rum Street Party.

Detroit City Distillery Tasting Room
2462 Riopelle Street Eastern Market
phone 313-338-3760
www.detroitcitydistillery.com

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Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum Releases Limited-Edition Bottle Commemorating Servicemen And Women For Military Appreciation Month

May 18, 2020 By Dow Scoggins

Sailor Jerry Spiced RumNEW YORK – Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum continues its ongoing partnership with the United Service Organizations (USO) with the release of a limited-edition commemorative bottle, in conjunction with their partnership and military appreciation month. To show support of the USO efforts, Sailor Jerry and Anchor Media are donating $150,000, adding to Sailor Jerry’s total contribution of $1,000,000 supporting the USO and other military organizations since 2016.

With a suggested retail value of $14.99, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum’s limited-edition bottle wrap exemplifies Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins spirit and the servicemen and women’s dedication to serving our country. The partnership is special to Sailor Jerry, as it pays homage to the brand’s namesake, Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins who served in the Navy himself. Both blended and bottled in America, the limited-edition bottle is hitting the shelves before Memorial Day and will be available at national and local liquor stores across the U.S. all summer.

“We are honored to continue our partnership with the USO, to serve as a Force Behind the Forces® and to show support to the troops who serve our country,” said Josh Hayes, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum Senior Brand Manager. “The limited-edition bottle wrap is a bold representation of Collins’ iconic flash artwork and is a must-have collectible for any Sailor Jerry fan.”

The USO partnership reflects a special passion point for Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, which was created to honor the late Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins. Collins was born January 14, 1911, and quickly found his aptitude for tattooing while traveling the country. After a stint in the Navy, Collins made World War II-era Honolulu his home and continued honing his skills as a tattoo artist. Sailors on shore leave in Honolulu would wait in line for hours outside Collins’ Hotel Street tattoo shop to be inked by the master himself. Collins greatly influenced the tattoo world through groundbreaking innovations.

“We are thankful to continue our partnership with Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum and have been excited to see the partnership grow year after year,” said Chad Hartman, USO Vice President, Development and Corporate Alliances. “The Sailor Jerry team has helped us to host great events that express our appreciation for our troops and the company also helps rally other military supporters to give thanks and give back to service members and their families.”

The connection between Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum and the USO started in 2016, when Sailor Jerry partnered with Fleet Week New York, throwing a party on U.S.S. Intrepid to toast the troops. Since then, Sailor Jerry has invited celebrities such as Norman Reedus, Glen Powell, and Alabama Shakes to toast the troops at Fleet Week events in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. The brand took this opportunity to raise awareness and funds for military organizations that help the servicemen and women who sacrifice their lives for our country every day. Since then, Sailor Jerry has been able to raise $1,000,000 for military organizations and will be donating the largest amount yet to the USO with $150,000 this year.

To learn more about Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum’s Fleet Week activities, visit www.sailorjerry.com.

To learn more about the USO partnership and limited-edition bottle, head to https://sailorjerry.com/en/uso/.

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New Holland’s RTD Rum Punch Wins Best in Class at American Distilling Institute

April 16, 2020 By Dow Scoggins

New Holland Rum Punch HOLLAND, Michigan — In 2019, New Holland Spirits made home bartending a cinch when they released their ready-to-drink Rum Punch. Fans immediately took to the delicious blend of Freshwater Rum mixed with passionfruit, orange, pineapple, and coconut flavors, and now, after taking home best in class at this year’s American Distillers Institute (ADI) awards, Rum Punch has the accolades to back the hype.

Founder and President Brett Vanderkamp expressed pride in receiving this prestigious award for New Holland Rum Punch. “Winning Best-In-Class at ADI is an incredible honor and is a testament to the hard work and talent of our distilling team,” Vanderkamp said.

The team’s hard work paid off in other categories too, with a gold medal for their Beer Barrel Bourbon, a silver for the Barrel Aged Knickerbocker Gin and a bronze for Lake Life Vodka. A bronze for their ready-to-drink Blueberry Gin Lemonade also proved that New Holland’s canned cocktail line is no fluke. For brand manager Adam Dickerson, the secrets to their success are quality and inclusivity.

“At New Holland, we do our best to make something for every person and every palate, anyway we can,” Dickerson said. “The New Holland Rum Punch has enough complex rum flavor for a rum critic to enjoy but is balanced with the fruit, making it very refreshing and approachable.”

In addition to the Rum Punch and Blueberry Gin Lemonade, the Gin Mule rounds out New Holland’s canned cocktail lineup, but as the market for these products grows, expect New Holland’s portfolio to do the same.

Next in line is Blackberry Bramble, a canned cocktail made with New Holland’s Lake Life Vodka, blackberry, and lemon fruit flavors. It arrives May 1, signaling the beginning of warmer season, and it should provide the perfect summer beverage for those who don’t want to fuss with a muddler and Boston Shaker.

“Our ready-to-drink cocktails are a fantastic way to experience our handmade spirits with the convenience of a pre-made cocktail,” Vanderkamp said.

To find cans, check your local Michigan retailer, including Meijer.

About New Holland Spirits
In early 2002, New Holland Brewing Co-Founder & President Brett VanderKamp visited the Caribbean with the intention of enjoying sun, sand, and waves. Instead, he found world-class rum, and a lifelong obsession with fine craft spirits was born. He returned to Holland, MI with a mission: to create spirits that live up to his artful way of life and to share them with the world. For more information, visit their website.

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American Distilling Institute Names 2020 “Best-in-Class” Rum Produced by Next Century Spirits

April 8, 2020 By Dow Scoggins

Gold Medal Rum from Next Century Spirits RALEIGH, North Carolina – The American Distilling Institute (ADI) recognized Raleigh-based technology and spirits company, Next Century Spirits, as producer of the “Best-in-Class” Rum 2020 today. Next Century Spirits received three awards from the 2020 Judging of Craft Spirits hosted by ADI, which is the oldest and largest trade association dedicated to craft distilling in the world. The competition was well attended with over 1,300 spirit samples judged representing 16 countries throughout five continents; Next Century Spirits outperformed 85 entrants participating in the rum category.

Next Century Spirits’ aged Exalted Rum is a “Traditional, Caribbean style rum made in the Virgin Islands, aged in second fill barrels for subtle, toasted oak and vanilla nuances, layered onto overtones of caramelized banana, ripe mango, fresh pineapple and toasted coconut,” said Nick Scarff, Master Blender of Next Century Spirits. Judges of ADI noted the rum’s well-made distillate offering a pleasant floral aroma with a clean entry mixed with a toasty taste.

“As a technology-based company, our team values innovation of spirits distilling without sacrificing traditional tastes as we serve clients around the world with our technology,” said Scott Bolin, CEO of Next Century Spirits. “This achievement to take home ‘Best of Class Rum’ was made possible by the dedication of our inventive team whose passion to curate top flavor profiles is evident.”

ADI competitions offer rigorous requirements for spirits to be considered for award recognition. An expert panel of spirit judges blindly tastes and evaluates each registered spirit without receiving information about the producer. ADI provides a holistic reflection of the spirit’s quality by combining each judge’s numerical scores and a facilitating discussion on which medal should or should not be awarded.

To see a complete list of 2020 Judging of Craft Spirits winners, visit the American Distilling Institute. For information about Next Century Spirits, visit NextCenturySpirits.com.

About Next Century Spirits
Next Century Spirits blends together traditional distilling techniques with advanced and unique finishing technologies to create enhanced spirits. Our patented processing technology allows traditional distillers to expand their repertoire of achievable flavors and aromas. The technology allows for tight control over the production process, maintaining consistency and high quality resulting in the ability to create bold, complex flavor profiles for spirits used in everything from craft brands to large, bulk blends.

Our creations have been recognized internationally at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, London Spirits Competition, New York International Spirits Competition, Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America, International Spirits Challenge, Pr%f Awards, Sip Awards, USA Spirits Ratings, Ultimate Spirits Challenge and most recently the American Distiller Institute.

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