From the salty winds of the Caribbean to the snowy shores of Newfoundland, Rum 101 for Dummies Like Me takes you on a wild, witty, and eye-opening journey through the world of rum.
Author Jeff Peddleโa former George Street bouncer, rum collector, and part-time philosopherโdives deep into the dark, sweet, and spicy history of the worldโs most rebellious spirit.
Youโll explore:
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The brutal origins of rum during the slave trade
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The role rum played in wars, pirate ships, and Prohibition
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Newfoundlandโs love affair with Lambโs, Screech, and Jamaica
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Sailor tattoos, the real McCoy, Captain Morganโs tsunami-wrecked grave, and more
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A whole lot of laughs, facts, and โNewfieโ rum tales to boot
Whether youโre a bartender, history buff, or just a curious sipper, this book is for you.