In this episode, we talked to Mitch Wilson of Black Tot Rum about the brand’s origins in British Navy rum, moving beyond the blends of the past, their unique approach to rum blending, and much more! Topics discussed include:
How to define navy rum or navy style rum in the first place
Misconceptions and myths about navy rum
The making of Black Tot’s blends
The importance of transparency in rum blends
Black Tot’s unique “solera” blending component
What you might find right now in Black Tot’s aging warehouse
What’s coming next from Black Tot
Relevant Links:
Get the full breakdown of each blend at Black Tot’s website
“Setting the Record Straight on British Navy Rum History” from Cocktail Wonk
“The British Navy’s Rum Vatting System: An Inside Look” from Cocktail Wonk