Cayman’s Rum Renaissance: A Tour of Local Distilleries and Cocktail Bars
Grand Cayman’s rum scene is exploding, showcasing innovative distilleries and upscale cocktail bars that redefine the island’s spirit. This guide is your key to uncovering the best spots to sample, learn about, and celebrate the rich rum culture of Grand Cayman. Cayman’s Rum Roots: A Brief History Before we dive into the contemporary rum experiences, let’s take a look at the historical context. The art of rum-making arrived in the Caribbean alongside the sugarcane trade. While Grand Cayman itself isn’t a major sugarcane producer like some of its neighbors, molasses, a critical byproduct necessary for rum production, was readily