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WIRSPA Rum Maker Series – Carol Homer-Caesar

ZavvyAdmin — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 05:23:05 +0000

Following onto our Rum Talk series that took viewers inside Caribbean rum distilleries, and our Icon Series with key people in the Caribbean rum industry, we’re excited to bring a new series to rum enthusiasts.The Rum Maker series highlights the stories of people working today at WIRSPA member distilleries. Our first episode features Carol Homer-Caesar, Angostura’s (recently retired) master blender. Carol is responsible for Angostura’s now iconic lineup of premium rums and has held many important roles over her 25+ years at Angostura.The live interview is on September 26th at 1 PM US Eastern time.

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WIRSPA Icon Series: Jerry Edwards

ZavvyAdmin — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 20:31:45 +0000

Title: WIRSPA Icon Series: Jerry Edwards

Guest: Jerry Edwards, Former Master Blender, Mount Gay Distilleries Ltd.

December 8th! Next in our Icon Series Jerry Edwards, former Master Blender at Mount Gay Distilleries Ltd.

In this interview, we’ll go deep into Mount Gay rum, how blending has changed in recent years, and Jerry’s personal journey in the rum industry over four decades.

Hit the link to register and bring your questions!

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WIRSPA Icon Series: Michael Delevante

ZavvyAdmin — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 06:08:16 +0000

Guest:Michael Delevante, Former Production Manager and Brand Ambassador, J. Wray & Nephew

Michael Delevante joined J. Wray & Nephew in 1963 as the supervisor of Appleton and New Yarmouth distilleries. Over the next 50 years, he held many positions with the firm, including Production Director and President of Wray & Nephew Canada. He also played an important role in the Canadian spirits industry for many years.

Among his technical accomplishments are designing Appleton’s pot stills and co-authoring the book, The Distiller’s Guide to Rum.

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11/8 – Rum Talk with Copal Tree Distillery

ZavvyAdmin — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 14:15:37 +0000

Topic: Rum Talk with Copal Tree Distillery

Host: Matt Pietrek

What You’ll Learn: Join Matt Pietrek for a deep dive into rum production at Copal Tree Distillery in Belize with:

Ed Tiege, President & Master Distiller
Mark Breene, CEO Copalli Rum
Waluco Maheia, Brand Champion Copalli Rum

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11/3 (Now at 3pm EST) – WIRSPA Icon Series: Anthony Bento, Managing Director, Antigua Distillery / English Harbour Rum

ZavvyAdmin — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 18:09:29 +0000

Note: This livestream will now take place at 3pm EST.

Topic: WIRSPA Icon Series: Anthony Bento, Managing Director, Antigua Distillery / English Harbour Rum

Host: Matt Pietrek

What You’ll Learn: As part of WIRSPA’s 50th anniversary, Community Envoy Matt Pietrek is interviewing Caribbean rum icons. In this session, he’ll talk to Anthony Bento, Managing Director of Antigua Distillery / English Harbour Rum.

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10/21 – WIRSPA Icon Series: Joy Spence, Master Blender, J. Wray & Nephew Ltd.

ZavvyAdmin — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:52:39 +0000

Topic: WIRSPA Icon Series: Joy Spence, Master Blender, J. Wray & Nephew Ltd.

Host: Matt Pietrek

What You’ll Learn: As part of WIRSPA’s 50th anniversary, we’re interviewing Caribbean rum icons. In this session, we’ll talk to Joy Spence, Master Blender, J. Wray & Nephew Ltd.

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10/4 – Meet the New Cask Strength “1981” from Travellers Liquors, Belize

ZavvyAdmin — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 16:11:10 +0000

Topic: Meet the New Cask Strength “1981” from Travellers Liquors, Belize

Host: Matt Pietrek

Presenters:

Myito Perdomo
Amanda Perdomo
Magali Gab
Eric Kaye

What You’ll Learn: In honor of the 40th anniversary of Belize’s independence, Travellers Distillery is releasing its first ever cask strength rum. In this livestream, Matt Pietrek will be joined by the Travellers team + Holmes Cay founder Eric Kaye to dive deep into the details behind this first-of-its-kind release.

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9/23 – WIRSPA Icon Series: Dr. Frank Ward, Former Managing Director at Rum Refinery of Mount Gay & Former WIRSPA Chairman

ZavvyAdmin — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:46:07 +0000

Topic: WIRSPA Icon Series: Dr. Frank Ward

Host: Matt Pietrek

What You’ll Learn: As part of WIRSPA’s 50th anniversary, we’re interviewing Caribbean rum icons. In this session, we’ll talk to Dr. Frank Ward, former managing director at Rum Refinery of Mount Gay and former WIRSPA chairman.

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8/26 – WIRSPA Icon Series: Margaret Monplaisir of St. Lucia Distillers

ZavvyAdmin — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:14:28 +0000

Topic: WIRSPA Icon Series: Margaret Monplaisir, Managing Director of St. Lucia Distillers

Host: Matt Pietrek

What You’ll Learn: As part of WIRSPA’s 50th anniversary, we’re interviewing Caribbean rum icons. In this session, we’ll talk to Margaret Monplaisir, Managing Director of St. Lucia Distillers.

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