All About Jamacian Rum

Celebrate National Rum Day (August 16th) with a deep dive into the bold, funky, and unmistakably rich world of Jamaican rum. From pot stills to ester counts, this hands-on rum education class is a comprehensive sensory journey through one of the world's most flavorful and historically significant spirits. Whether you're a bartender, spirit lover, or cocktail novice, you’ll learn how Jamaican rum is made, why it’s so unique, and how to build show-stopping cocktails with it.

• A welcome cocktail to set the mood
• A guided tasting of multiple styles of Jamaican rum
• A concise, compelling history of rum’s Caribbean roots, colonization, and cultural impact
• A 90-minute hands-on cocktail lesson using traditional and modern techniques
• Take-home flavor wheels, recipe cards, and rum education handouts
• Small curated food pairings to complement your tasting experience

You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of Jamaican rum production, from fermentation and distillation to aging and regional styles—and the confidence to use it in your creations. This intimate class is limited to just 16 guests. Secure your seat today and raise your glass to one of the world’s most expressive spirits.

We are Cocktail Collective!

The Cocktail Collective is a small, black, and woman-owned business that offers educational cocktail and spirit classes guided by industry professionals. You must be 21 years or older to attend our events.

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