A Tour Of Ron Bacardi


Bacardi Tasting facility

On Wednesday, January 28, 2009 I met Federico Hernandez, the organizer of the upcoming Puerto Rico Food and Rum Festival along with Ministry of Rum  member Rumelier. We had scheduled a tour of the Ron del Barrilito facility as well as the Bacardi plant. Here is an account of the Bacardi tour. (more…)

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Tasting Notes: Ron Diplomatico Blanco


RON DIPLOMATICO BLANCO

Reviewed September 16, 2009.

Ron Diplomatico Blanco

Ron Diplomatico Blanco

A bright, crystal clear and perfectly polished appearance.

Light but distinct aromas of vanilla oak underpin top notes of heavy cream and a floral perfume. (more…)

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A Tour Of Ron del Barrilito


The Modest Entrance

The Modest Entrance

On Wednesday, January 28, 2009 I met Federico Hernandez, the organizer of the upcoming Puerto Rico Food and Rum Festival along with Ministry Of Rum member Rumelier. We had scheduled a tour of the Ron del Barrilito facility as well as the Bacardi plant. Here is an account of the Barrilito tour. (more…)

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Some ruminations upon living in the Caribbean


Vieques Harbor in Isabel Segunda

Vieques Harbor in Isabel Segunda

My occasional writings about living on Vieques Island,  Puerto Rico.

Rum, Sun, People, Food, Flora, Fauna and the Ocean are all intertwined here.

I hope you will enjoy stopping by.

Stay tuned!

Cheers,

Jim

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