Island rum made since the 1700s, now made by distilleries like Chamarel and Rhumerie de Chamarel in the highlands.
History
Sugar was the foundation of the island's economy. Rum distilling began in the French era and rhums agricoles, from cane juice, are now fashionable.
Ingredients
- Sugar cane juice
- Molasses
- Water
How it's made
- Press cane
- Ferment juice
- Distil in a column or pot still
- Age in barrels
- Blend and bottle
Photos: ingredients, making & serving
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Famous brands & makers
- Chamarel
- New Grove
- Green Island
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