BARREL AGED SPIRITS COLLECTION

Rump@blic _180 REDISCOVERING The Tradition BARREL-AGED SPIRITS COLLECTION

NOWADAYS The contemporary landscape of rum produc tion is characterized by a fusion of tradition al methodologies with modern sensibilities. Bartenders, in their pursuit of authenticity, have rekindled an appreciation for the genu ine essence of rum. There exists a discernible market trend towards premium rum offer ings, meticulously crafted for optimal mixing experiences. In response to consumer preferences, rum products are increasingly emphasizing her itage and unique production methodologies. Similar to the diversity found in Whisky pro duction, rums hail from a multitude of origins and employ varied production techniques. Moreover, there is a notable departure from neutral flavor profiles, with a renewed em phasis on distinctive tastes and aromatic nu ances, underscoring the individuality of each product. Rump@blic wants to create a new “Repub lic of rum” without boundaries, by being in spired by the real history of sugarcane routes. Following a new “Rum Belt” Rump@blic re discovers and selects different rums from all over the world, enhancing each country of origin and distilling method. A place to dis cover the different identities of rum while exploring diverse distilling and finishing methods.

Historically, molasses was distilled using ru dimentary pot stills, allowing it to ferment for extended periods. This method was intri cately connected to the large-scale produc tion of brown sugar, with molasses being regarded as the byproduct of sugar manu facturing. Consequently, molasses was in itially utilized by enslaved individuals and impoverished populations. THE BOOM – THE PROHIBITIONISM, WORLD WAR II AND THE POST WAR During the historical period from the Prohi bitionism to the Post War, several challenges emerged within the realm of spirits, notably in sourcing Whisky and Bourbon due to scar city. The exigencies of wartime necessitated American distilleries to pivot towards the production of industrial alcohol to support war efforts. Concurrently, the emergence of cocktails as a popular consumption trend re shaped preferences towards vodka and other white spirits. Amidst this dynamic market landscape, there arose a demand for a neu tral spirit conducive to mixing, akin to vodka. This quest led to the discovery of a product possessing the following attributes: _ Neutrality in flavor _ Originating from Cuba, in close proximity to the United States _ Distilled via column stills _ Fulfilling the requisites of the market, akin to vodka, thereby meeting consumer de mands efficiently.