What is the best rum?

The best rum overall is the Mount Gay Black Barrel. We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Rum is finally gaining the attention it deserves, and with it, a variety of great bottles to choose from.

What is the best rum for sipping?

Most rum is bottled in the 80 proof range, or 40 percent ABV, with overproof running between 75 percent to 80 percent ABV and flavored rums dipping slightly below to 35 percent ABV. As a rule of thumb, rums between 80 and 110 proof are more suitable for sipping while weaker and stronger rums are better suited for layered cocktails.

What is the best rum to gift?

Best Rum to Gift: Hampden Great House Distillery Edition Single Jamaican Rum With rum-focused bars opening at an increasing speed and top-shelf bottles popping up on liquor store shelves across the country, rum has come a long way since the days of pirate-laden jugs and soap-scented vacation crushers.

What are the different types of rum?

Light, gold, dark, spiced, and flavored rums are among the most popular. There are also origin-specific styles like cachaça and rhum agricole available. Light-bodied rum is sometimes referred to as white or silver rum. It is the most common style of rum and is a very subtle liquor, much like vodka with a sweet tooth.