Rum Bonus

Welcome to a bonus episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvedere's with your hosts, Jerry and Paul. In this surprising treat for fans of our regular programming, we deep dive into a detailed exploration of pairing cigars with premium rums.

Starting with a Nicaraguan Series Cigar by Oliva, blended exclusively by JR Cigars, we scrutinize whether the claim of it pairing well with a spicy rum on the rocks holds true. With our selection of rums including The Real McCoy, a 12-year-old rum from Foursquare in Barbados, and a 15-year-old Holmes K single cask rum from Belize, the journey of finding a perfect pairing starts.

Also on the tasting table, we have Ron Izalco, an exquisite rum by Phenomenal Spirits that stands out for its cane juice and powdered sugar sweetness, and a 138-proof traditional dark rum by Plantation OFTD. While these liquors provide a contrast that’s both intriguing and refreshing, together with the bold, dark and peppery profile of the cigars, the combinations open up unchartered territories in the world of spirit and cigar pairings.

Experience the metamorphosis of flavor profiles as the cigar pairing moves from a chocolatey note with the sweetness of the Ron Azalco rum to the pronounced earthiness and leather notes brought forth by the higher-proof OFTD and Holmes K. Through this sensory voyage, we shed light on how unique combinations can result in a diverse range of enjoyable pairings.

Don’t miss this exciting bonus edition where we step away from our typical bourbon discussions to bring you something delightfully different. Subscribe to Bourbon, Beards and Belvedere's on our website or follow us on Instagram (@bourbonbeardsandbelvederes) and TikTok (@burbnbeardsbelvederes) for more exciting updates.