Rene van Hoven is a trained chef, F&B teacher, international wine and spirits judge, and vintage rum collector. He is a recurring guest at various spirits festivals and competitions worldwide where he gives vintage rum masterclasses. You can keep up with Rene's travels and spirit tasting at tripsandtaste.com.
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Once known as a sailor's drink, rum has matured into a refined spirit. In some Caribbean countries, rum is offered as a libation to the gods. In others, it is aged and savored on the rocks. But in the most magical places, rum is distilled by women. ... SEE MORE