creag
11-20-2007, 06:24 AM
Have been meaning to register on this site for some time, but was too engrossed in reading all the stuff already on here to write anything myself.
Always loved Rum and I am happy to become a member of this ministry (does that make me a minister?). My Grandad (RIP) was a devotee of Captain Morgan Original and that made Christmas so much easier for us: You would either buy him a bottle of CM or a bar of Bourneville and he was happy. It wasn't until I had tried all the other spirits that I developed an appreciation for Rum, particularly CM, and I was obliviously happy with my new found friend!
Then one day, I discovered Appleton Rum and tried it, enjoyed it and was very surprised by the wide spectrum of tastes that Rum can deliver; this was the beginning of my quest to sample as many rums as possible and, since then, I have built a modest collection of empty bottles to serve as pleasant reminders of happy encounters!
The reason I like to keep the empty bottles is that they also maintain an aroma which brings back the memories of the actual taste...
Like many of you, I cannot really say that I have a favourite Rum, as I like to revisit old friends and remake the acquaintance. I am currently halfway through getting to know the 15 yo Pussers and am thoroughly enjoying the experience, especially as I augment this relationship with my current staple - Mount Gay Eclipse (I found a local place that sells it for £9.99/700ml!). It is good to have a nice staple Rum with which I can compare new friendships!
So, that's me. I am looking forward to becoming a regular visitor, primarily to read about what your experiences are and hopefully to join in where we can share a common experience.
OUR MEN!
Always loved Rum and I am happy to become a member of this ministry (does that make me a minister?). My Grandad (RIP) was a devotee of Captain Morgan Original and that made Christmas so much easier for us: You would either buy him a bottle of CM or a bar of Bourneville and he was happy. It wasn't until I had tried all the other spirits that I developed an appreciation for Rum, particularly CM, and I was obliviously happy with my new found friend!
Then one day, I discovered Appleton Rum and tried it, enjoyed it and was very surprised by the wide spectrum of tastes that Rum can deliver; this was the beginning of my quest to sample as many rums as possible and, since then, I have built a modest collection of empty bottles to serve as pleasant reminders of happy encounters!
The reason I like to keep the empty bottles is that they also maintain an aroma which brings back the memories of the actual taste...
Like many of you, I cannot really say that I have a favourite Rum, as I like to revisit old friends and remake the acquaintance. I am currently halfway through getting to know the 15 yo Pussers and am thoroughly enjoying the experience, especially as I augment this relationship with my current staple - Mount Gay Eclipse (I found a local place that sells it for £9.99/700ml!). It is good to have a nice staple Rum with which I can compare new friendships!
So, that's me. I am looking forward to becoming a regular visitor, primarily to read about what your experiences are and hopefully to join in where we can share a common experience.
OUR MEN!