A practical guide and complete guide to everything about rum, from sugarcane to tasting. This ID Reflex brochure by Marc Goubert covers the production of rum, its aromatic families, its maritime history, as well as its gastronomic pairings with chocolate and cigars. Ideal for enthusiasts and spirits aficionados, it offers a clear and illustrated overview of rums of the world.
Dive into the fascinating world of the rum thanks to this ID Reflex brochure titled Know and appreciate Rums, signed Marc Goubert, recognized expert and founder of the tasting club "Les Rhums du Monde".
Designed for the amateurs as for the connoisseurs, this foldable guide in a practical format brings together in 9 panels and 16 illustrated cards all the essential information to understand, appreciate, and taste the rum in all its forms.
The brochure begins with a presentation of the history of sugarcane, the plant behind this iconic alcohol. It details the sugarcane work, the distinctions between Vesou, , molasses and cane honey, and explain the processes of fermentation and of Distillation that shape the character of the agricultural rum and traditional rums.
An exciting chapter is dedicated to the history of distillation and to the famous angels' share, this natural evaporation that imparts the rum its aromatic complexity.
The different aromatic families of rum are presented clearly: notes floral with aromas wooded areas through the nuances fruity and Spicy. This guide helps to understand how the terroir, raw materials, and aging influence the flavor profile of each rum.
A special focus is dedicated to theAOC Rum from Martinique, the only controlled designation of origin in the world for rum, a symbol of excellence and tradition.
The author discusses the importance of rum in the navy and its central role in the culture of pirates and of the sailors. These historical anecdotes enrich the understanding of rum as a mythical beverage, between History, tradition, and sensory discovery.
This ID Reflex propose several Cocktail cards to learn to savor rum differently. The Rum-cigar pairings and rum-chocolate are also addressed with precision, offering ideas for harmonious tastings between cane aromas and gourmet flavors.
The last part of the brochure presents a The ABCs of rum, gathering the essential terms of tasting and production. A valuable tool to enrich one's vocabulary and shine in social settings during a tasting.
Thanks to his/its compact brochure format, this Reflex ID guide is ideal to take with you during your tastings or for a quick consultation. The Synthetic illustrations and the Concise explanations make it a reference resource accessible to everyone.
Edited by Arnaud Franel, this title of the ID Reflex collection is part of a series of educational brochures designed to make technical knowledge related to wine, spirits, and gastronomy accessible.
Title: ID Reflex – Know and appreciate Rums
Author: Marc Goubert
Editor: Arnaud Franel
Collection: ID Reflex
EAN13: 9782896035700
ISBN: 978-2-89603-570-0
Publication date: June 26, 2018
Language: French
Format: Brochure – 9 panels / 16 sheets
Dimensions: 21.5 × 7.7 × 0.4 cm
Weight: 35 g
Target audience: Amateurs, bartenders, tasters, sommelier students
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