Edward hamilton books list of books by author edward. A while ago i was able to pick up a resale of the complete guide to rum from amazon at a reasonable price. Caribbean cruise travel, vacation and holiday guide. I hope edward hamilton comes out with a new rum book soon. This distillery still uses a waterwheel to crush sugarcane, making it the oldest caribbean distillery to. In fact, during the research i found that most of the tourism offices in the islands didnt have reliable information, so that was another reason to publish the first book. The 9 best rum distilleries to visit in the caribbean. In the caribbean, a rum shop is a unique entity, distinct even from other island bars or even beach bars although some rum shops are on the beach. When most people think about caribbean rums, they think of bacardi and captain morgan, but there is much more to rum than those two wellknown and welladvertised brands. Organisation of eastern caribbean states wikipedia. Rums of the eastern caribbean 9780964765306 by hamilton, edward and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Cavalier from antigua, appleton from jamaica or mount gay from barbados. Eastern caribbean cruises cruise to bahamas, virgin. Eastern caribbean cruisers discussions mostly unmoderated has 6,705 members.
The colors, taste and aromas of caribbean rums vary greatly from island to island, and even within an island by distillery to distillery depending on methods used, barrel type. Because of its limited focus, it lacked a global perspective, but it was a treasure trove of information of the. Rums of the eastern caribbean recollections of fly fishing for salmon, trout, and grayling. According to authentic caribbean rum, rum is a liqueur with a minimum base alcohol volume about 35 percent and is made from cane sugar. Because rum is an excellent mixer and because it is very often consumed alongside cigars, in this site you will also find bartending, mixology and cigar books. Buy rums of the eastern caribbean by bruce smith illustrator, edward hamilton, nancy cook illustrator online at alibris. You could cruise to the eastern caribbean and spend all your time relaxing on.
One rum brand native to haiti is barbancourt, one of the few rums that is still made entirely from sugar cane juice. Released in 1995, ed hamiltons book rums of the eastern caribbean was a rich and varied survey of as many distilleries and rums as mr. Experience breathtaking beaches and waters, friendly locals, and oldworld charm. In the caribbean, the rum shop is often the centre of community life the focal.
This time i am introducing you the book rums of the eastern caribbean by edward hamilton. Apparently the ministry of rum was the rum blog and source of information some years ago. Rums of the eastern caribbean 1995 edition open library. From new zealand to barbados, venezuela to puerto rico, ayala has sampled the rums of the world to compile a definitive history of rum as well as the most. A short guide provides tasting notes and recommendations. In fact, his two books rums of the eastern caribbean and the complete guide to rum. An authoritative guide to rums of the world complete pocket guides.
Soft sandy beaches, warm winds blowing through palm trees and crystalclear waters stretching as far as the eye can see. Ed hamilton sailor, smuggler, importer chambers street wines. But if you give me a choice, i personally prefer caribbean blends. Rums of the eastern caribbean by bruce smith illustrator. Where to taste the best rum in the caribbean caribbean. Youll also enjoy bottomless rum punch on the return leg of the sail, which. Rums of the eastern caribbean by edward hamilton, 1995, tafia pub. The ultimate rum cruise rum renaissance caribbean cruise. Enjoy the calm waters around the islands, and snorkel, swim and sail your way through engaging activities. Also, he created the website ministry of rum, which provides all kinds of expert knowledge along with a forum about rum, which is highly recommended. Relax on gorgeous white sand beaches surrounded by crystal clear waters, discover the ancient treasures of the mayans, or let your cares melt away while relaxing to steel drum melodies.
Its a blend of rums from 8 to 15 years old, and mccoy recommends adding a cube of ice. Hosts of the miami rum renaissance festival today announced a series of special caribbean island voyages in november dedicated to the enjoyment and discovery of fine rums of the eastern caribbean. The 2014 rum renaissance caribbean cruise aboard the royal caribbean jewel of the seas takes place november 2228, 2014 during the week of thanksgiving. Notes on the various forms of life met with either in, on, or by the water, or in its immediate vicinity. Ive searched high and low for this book, so glad to find it in such perfect conditon and autographed at that. Despite it being one of the most unfortunate caribbean nations poverty and natural disasters sees to stick to haiti like glue, haiti has managed to create some distinguishing rum brands. Antigua english harbour 1981 rum aged 25 years in whisky and bourbon barrels, this rum gives off a. A social and sociable history of the real spirit of 1776 by ian williams, rum. There are also copies of rums of the eastern caribbean being offered through amazon at some considerable prices for which i have no control.
The caribbean is full of fun, beautiful islands to explore, which is why we dont understand how certain ports are still a staple of so many itineraries. An authoritative guide to rums of the world, published in 1996 and. Book rums of the eastern caribbean has simple shape however, you know. The age of veliers demeraras part 1 the lone caner. This copy has some slight stains on the pages, and you can tell they were a little wet at one time. While its easy to grab a bottle youre familiar with, try to look beyond the big brand names like bacardi when you want something different. Occasionally some first edition copies of rums of the eastern caribbean show up on amazon. They serve a special role in the culture of islands across the caribbean, but especially in places like jamaica, st. Part i explores the world of cuban rum, while part ii, what cuban rums to bring home.
Spirit of the cane the story of cuban rum curtis, wayne. Based on our time available 48 416, and limited itineraries, we selected celebrity millennium to the eastern caribbean with stops in dominican republic, puerto rico, st. Rums of the eastern caribbean by hamilton, edward and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. All access to rums of the eastern caribbean free books pdf. Have you ever dreamed about sailing the caribbean and sampli. Unfortunately, the blog is already a bit outdated now and the discussions have. The book rums of the eastern caribbean is the only guide to the distilleries of the eastern caribbean from puerto rico to trinidad. Hamilton found the time to visit and try over many years of sailing around the caribbean.
Below is an islandhopping introduction to some of the caribbeans finest rums along with a suggestion of an ideal local location to fully enjoy the experience. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. With notes on their haunts, habits, and history the riverside naturalist. Brugal is the leading brand, with fifthgeneration master distillers ensuring a consistent flavor profile among all their varieties. Eastern caribbean cruises cruise to bahamas, virgin islands. Some caribbean ports were clearly not designed with tourists in mind.
Distillery ranking ethereal a single cask rum bottling with rum artesanal johannes reads. Get onboard with my caribbean cruise guide to plan a cruise that best fits your budget, interests, and schedule. You may find that some of the lesserknown brands are superior in taste and mixability. Lucia, montserrat, and barbados which alone has more than 1,500 rum shops. Yearround tropical weather makes the caribbean a perfect getaway over spring break 2020. The reimagined carnival sunrise features a variety of new dining spaces, bars, and an expanded spa.
Ive tried rums from other countries and some of them have successfully replicated the style of the caribbean rum. I have traveled all over the caribbean and i wish i would have had the book years ago. The book is a complete guide to caribbean rums and entertaining reading as well. There are many quality light rums available, and many are very reasonably priced. More than a cocktail book, rum drinks is your ultimate rum resource, including salty talesfrom a history of the sugar trade to the sparkly heydey of the cuba librean islandbyisland listing of caribbean rums.
We have new and used copies available, in 1 editions. You can look the enormous world by available and read a reserve. River antoine rum distillery visit river antoine to see how rum is really made. This comprehensive book will increase your knowledge and teach y. More than a cocktail book, rum drinks is your ultimate rum resource, including salty tales from a history of the sugar trade to the sparkly heydey of the cuba libre an islandbyisland listing of caribbean rums, and a guide to great rum bars all over the world. Rums of the eastern caribbean by edward hamilton, nancy. With recipes for 40 of the caribbeans classic and contemporary cocktails and 15 traditional snacks to accompany them, rum drinks provides a tropical taste vacation. In the caribbean, most rum is made either with column or pot still distillation or both. Experience a week of delicious adventures through the eastern caribbean islands, discovering the birthplaces of great rums, savoring the best rums of the region with rum seminars, tasting events, rum shopping, excursions to rum distilleries and visitor centers. Luxury and paradise are what the caribbean islands are known for, but theyre also home to some of the best rums around. We did purchase a nice sampling of local rums in small bottles which. The caribbean is one of the worlds most popular cruise destinations, but not all caribbean cruises are created equal. Making caribbean rum is a rare art and few master it. Discover the history of local distilleries while sampling some of the regions best rums, meet the parrots and macaws that call the caribbean home in the ships piazza.
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