Rum Flashcards
What does “rumbullion” mean?
A great tempest.
Sugarcane belongs to what genus?
Saccharum
What are the 3 priary flavor presentation styles of rum?
- Light/Clean
- Medium
- Full-bodied/pungent style
What is “Skimmings?”
From from boiling cane juice during its refinement to sugar.
How long is the fermentation of sugar cane normally?
2 to 3 days.
What is a Geographic Designation for Rum?
A requirement that the rum be a product of the specified country.
What is “Liming?”
Derived from the term for the 18th century British sailors. A reference to relaxing which includes drinking rum with friends and sharing the day.
Name 5 countries that produce a Full-Bodied/Pungent Rum?
- Dominican Republic
- Guyana
- French Guyana
- Haiti
- Surinam
When is the first mention of Sugarcane?
4th century BC when it is mentioned during Alexander The Great’s invasion of India.
What is Seco Herrano?
A triple-distilled spirit similar to vodka from Panama.
What are the 3 classifications of Rum?
- Silver/White
- Amber/Gold
- Aged/Dark
What are the four possible sources for the name given to Rum?
- Derivation of Latin word saccharum
- Rombustion - strong liquid
- Rombullion - a great tempest
- Spanish word “Ron”
What is Spiced Rum?
A flavored rum crafted through the addition of spices such as vanilla.
What are the 3 primary countries in North America that produce Rum?
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
What is the general classification style of Overproofed Rum
Silver/white rums
What is Batavia Arrack?
An aromatic rum with red rice included in fermentation.
What was the first definition for Rum given?
1909
Name ten countries for rum production.
Light: Barbados, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Trinadad, US Virgin Islands
Medium: Guadeloupe, Granada, Jamaica, Martinique
Full: DRC
What is Melasse?
Molasses
What is the base for Rum production?
Sugar cane
What is the minimum bottling ABV for Flavored Rum?
30 ABV
What is Tuzemak?
A spirit crafted from sugar beet in Czech Republic.
Describe Rhum Agricole.
Rum produced from freshly pressed sugar cane juice.
What are the countries in South America that produce Rum?
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Columbia
- Venezuela
What is Matre Rhumier?
Master Distiller
What effect does slow-working yeast have during fermentation?
More ester development creating a fuller-tasting rum.
Name four countries that produce medium rum?
- Guadaloupe
- Granada
- Jamaica
- Martinique
What is Cachaca?
A spirit produced from sugar cane in Brazil.