| The Rum Judges |
| Judging rum products in an international tasting competition is a great job, if you can get it.
These noted experts on Cane Spirits are often called upon to engage in the evaluation of products in blind tasting competitions. Their expertese spans many dozens of countries and hundreds of brands. They are authors, lecturers, trainers, historians, consultants, proprietors, mixologists and promoters of rum.
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| Ed Hamilton, Minister Of Rum |
Ian Burrell, UK Rum Ambassador |
 His books, tasting competitions and events are among the most respected in the world of rum.
Ed runs the highly successful Ministry Of Rum online site, featuring a database of rums brands, distillers and products, as well as a pooular online forum for the discussion of rum related topics.
Ed consults with many rum companies. He is often quoted in the press on matters relating to the production, marketing and consumption of rums.
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 A celebrated expert on the subject of rum, Ian has been involved in training, lecturing and promoting rum products in Great Britian for years. He travels the world visiting distilleries and learning about rum.
His well respected rum bars and restaurants in London, "Cottons" attract an eclectic mix of world travelers, celebrities, adventurers and rum enthusiasts.
As the promoter of RumFest UK, The Rum Experience, Ian is setting the pace for the promotion of the unique rum lifestyle in Europe.
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| Robert A. Burr, Gifted Rums Guide |
Dave Broom, Author of Rum |
 He can talk about rum without taking a breath for seven minutes.
World traveler, writer and publisher of the Gifted Rums Guide, Robert has been collecting and evaluating rums from many countries for decades.
Robert's extensive collection of fine rums is always growing and he enjoys the discovery of new and outstanding products.
Robert and Robin also publish the Great Gables Guide, among other publications.
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 Dave Broom has written a classic book about Rum -- understanding, making, buying and drinking it.
Clearly explained, comprehensive, and brilliantly illustrated with gorgeous photos, it's the next best thing to actually being in the Caribbean.
Not only a comprehensive study of the manufacture and history of rum, but also a characterful travelogue of a fascinating region.
This book was one of reasons Dave won the Glenfiddich Spirits Writer of the Year award.
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| Rob V. Burr, Cane Spirit Advisor |
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 He often describes himself as the younger, smarter and better-looking version of his father.
Rum enthusiast and spirit guide for the younger generation, Rob appreciates the finer points of quality rum and cachaça products.
Rob operates a thriving computer business, celebrating 10 years of service to his customers in 2008.
He is always expected to bring the rum to parties and get-togethers with friends.
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