The Rum Lab

Topic: The uniqueness of El Dorado Rum 25yr Old Old GRAND SPECIAL RESERVE

Guest Speaker:  

• Jodi Curtis | USA National Brand Ambassador 

What You'll Learn: TheRumLab.com will be releasing its newest Info-Graphic = El Dorado Rum 25yr Old Old GRAND SPECIAL RESERVE. This expression was "Created to mark the turn of the millennium, El Dorado 25 Year Old Grand Special Reserve possesses a silky smoothness which challenges the oldest cognac. The constant ambient warmth and tropical conditions of Demerara dramatically hasten the maturation process. An after dinner treat for sipping slowly and sparingly." Jodi Curtis - USA Brand Ambassador for DDL will guide and explain elements of the infographic. 

Topic: Rhum J.M Distillery Tour w/ Karine Lassalle | Rhum J.M - Master Blender

Guest Speaker:  

• Karine Lassalle | Rhum J.M - Master Blender

What You'll Learn: The Rhum J.M Distillery was founded in 1845 and is located in Le Macouba at the base of Mount Pelee, an active volcano on the northernmost tip of Martinique. Karine Lassalle (Rhum J.M - Master Blender) will give us a sneak peak of the famous Rhum J.M Distillery. We hope to be able to view the fermentation rooms, stills, age-ing warehouse, bottling station, and more.

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Topic: Conversations with Ron Brugal Master Distiller 

Guest Speaker:  

• Jassil Villanueva | Master Distiller at Ron Brugal

What You'll Learn: Jassil Villanueva has been getting a lot of attention recently as one of the youngest Maestros Roneros and the Dominican Republic’s first female Master Rum Maker. At TheRumLab we are honored to have Brugal Maestro Ronero, Jassil, join us and share her story. During our hour long discussion we will talk about her journey and career and what is means to be a Brugal Maestro Ronero. 

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Topic: Rum Reimagined

Guest Speaker:  Marc Farrell - C.E.O of Ten to ONE

What You'll Learn: During his livestream listeners will learn the story of Marc Farrell, founder and CEO of emerging Caribbean rum brand Ten To One, which aims to challenge expectations and change the conversation around the entire category with its Caribbean-made rum blends.  

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Topic: Three of Strong Distillery Tour + Special Interview

Guest Speaker:  Graham, Sam and Dave

What You'll Learn: THREE OF STRONG SPIRITS BEGAN AS A CONVERSATION BETWEEN TWO GOOD FRIENDS. Sipping some rum and ruminating about the things that matter most to us. Our community, camaraderie, and the joyful, unexpected adventure of making a life in Maine. Wouldn’t it be great if we could create and distill world-class rums that reflect those priorities right here in Portland, Maine? Unlike many lesser ideas that we've hatched over a glass, this one still made sense the next day. We've been working hard ever since to build Three of Strong and celebrate the spirit of spirits.

During the livestream Graham will focuses on production and distillery tour, then Sam and Dave will jump in to talk more about the other sides of the business. 

Topic: Spiribam 1 firm, 3 islands, 7 rums

Guest Speaker:  Aurelie Kalifa - Export Manager 

What You'll Learn: Many of us don't know that GBH is the parent company of spirit company SPIRIBAM. SPIRIBAM owns 7 rum brands that are produced between 3 islands.  Aurelie, who's the Export Manager, will give us a high level introduction of her responsibilities and the companies goals in the rhum industry. 

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Topic: Celebrating Salvadoran sugar cane & coffee with Ron Colón Salvadoreño

Guest Speaker: Thurman Wise & Felicity Gransden

What You'll Learn: Thurman and Felicity, will deep dive into the past and present industry in Salvador, their goals and vision with the Ron Colon brand and give an insight into their coffee infused rum. 

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Topic: A story of Pirates and Grog

Guest Speaker: Gareth Noble - Managing Director 

What You'll Learn: Gareth works with PirateGrog Rum. We asked him to takes us to a journey of the myths of Pirates and Grogs. Interesting to see his point of view. 

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Topic: Betting in Rum, pays off

Guest Speaker:  Eric Seed - Founder & Principal at Haus Alpenz 

What You'll Learn:  Eric Seeds explains about his journey on creating one of USA most unique importer and brand creator. Hauz Alpenz currently represents the following rum based brands. 

> Smith & Cross 
> John D. Taylor 
> Kronan Punch 
> Batavia Arrack

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Topic: Focus on French Style of Rhum presence in USA

Guest Speaker:  Jean-Francois Bonnete (BCI C.E.O)

What You'll Learn: Jean-Francois Bonnete (CEO of BCI) is the US representative &/or importer for leading French Style or Influence of Rhums like Barbancourt (Haiti), Trois Rivieres (Martinique) and New Grove Rum (Mauritius). During our livestream, Federico & Mr Bonnete will talk about the Goals & Focus on BCI for the US - North American Market. 

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Topic: Exploring the new frontiers of rum in Fiji

Guest Speaker: 

- Liam Costello (Master Blender at Rum Co. Of Fiji) 

- Alexandre Gabrielle (Owner / Master Blender of Plantation Rum)

What You'll Learn: 

Join our exploration of the new frontiers of rum and unveil what makes Fiji so unique. Forged between blue lagoons and lush jungles, the Fijian rum heritage is waiting for you to be discovered. Liam F. Costello, Master Distiller & Blender of Rum Co. Of Fiji and his friend Alexandre Gabriel, Master Blender of Plantation Rum will be introducing you to this exceptional rum terroir, its history and their delicious partnership.

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Topic: What's your RUM INTEREST?

Guest Speaker: Marcos Pilavakis - Founder of RumInterest

What You'll Learn: 

Marcos Pilavakis is a rum aficionado born in London with Greek Cypriot roots. His passion for rum began in 2006 during a year out in Venezuela. Some 11 years later and with a couple of hundred bottles of rum accumulated, he thought it was time to start sharing some of his experiences. In 2017, Marcos founded Rum Interest with the aim of connecting other rum enthusiasts from around the globe and hearing their stories. 

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