Rum is the most versatile and varied spirit in the world. It's drunk neat, on the rocks, and in an overwhelming variety of tasty cocktails. Rum Curious explores this enticing alcohol's storied history, as well as describes its many styles, explains the distilling process, and provides an introduction to tasting. The book ends with a collection of both classic and innovative recipes, each one guaranteed to change your perception of rum and motivate you to learn and drink as much as you can.