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The Rum Never Sets

The Rum Never Sets

THE RUM NEVER SETS: 300 YEARS OF ROYAL NAVY & LONDON DOCK RUM is a fascinating deep dive into the rum-soaked British Empire, including the legendary rum that fueled Royal Navy sailors for centuries.

Join acclaimed rum historian Matt Pietrek and Planteray Rum master blender Alexandre Gabriel on an epic, globe-spanning quest to uncover the untold truths behind more than three centuries of Royal Navy and London Dock rum. From secret blending formulas and naval rations to forgotten dockside rum bonds, this meticulously researched book explodes long-held myths and reveals astonishing new stories buried in centuries-old archives.

Packed with rare photographs, vintage labels, and original documents, The Rum Never Sets is part detective story and part love letter to one of the world's most iconic spirits—a must-have for rum fanatics, history buffs, and lovers of maritime lore.

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Author(s): Matt Pietrek & Alexandre Gabriel

ISBN 979-8-218-56571-8

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A daily ration of Navy style rum has long been enjoyed by many around the globe, but its history is cloaked in myth and mystery. In search of the true story, rum historian and educator Matt Pietrek set off on an international journey at the request of Alexandre Gabriel, master blender of Planteray Rum, to answer these essential questions:

  • What do we really mean by Royal Navy rum?
  • What is the true nature of London dock rum?
  • And what can these styles tell us about rum today?

Illustrated with compelling historic images, vivid photographs, and original documents, THE RUM NEVER SETS: 300 YEARS OF ROYAL NAVY & LONDON DOCK RUM represents a new body of knowledge, reflecting the depth and diversity of Royal Navy and London dock rums.

In Part One, MATT PIETREK distills the essential past of Royal Navy and London dock rum. From historic reports to in-person interviews, from dusty London archives to underground aging cellars, a more complete view of Royal Navy and London Dock rum emerges—the most in-depth research into these storied spirits in decades.

In Part Two, ALEXANDRE GABRIEL mines these techniques of the past to establish the seven pillars of Navy rum—an understanding of how these forgotten methods can guide today's master blenders and producers.

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