The Global Glug
The Global Glug Podcast takes you on a journey through the world of distilled beverages, with a special focus on rum and unique local spirits. We explore their history, production, and cultural impact. Featuring expert guests and multilingual conversations, we dive deep into the craftsmanship and stories behind every bottle. Whether you’re a rum aficionado or simply curious about spirits, this podcast offers a global toast to flavour, tradition, and discovery. Tune in, raise your glass, and join the celebration.
Episodes
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In questo episodio, esploriamo la storia di Esperia Rhum, il progetto rivoluzionario di due giovani italiani, Manuel Barison e Francesco Crippa, che hanno deciso di sfidare le convenzioni creando un rum di altissima qualità… in Trentino!
Scopriremo: - Come è nata l’idea di produrre rum in Italia, lontano dalle tradizionali zone ...
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Nouvel épisode de The Global Glug! Aujourd’hui, je reçois Anna Ostrovskyj, œnologue et consultante technique spécialisée dans le rhum. Nous plongeons ensemble dans l’univers fascinant du rhum agricole, en abordant des sujets clés comme l'impact du changement climatique sur les récoltes, les différences entre l’A...
Stay in the loop! Subscribe to our newsletter at The Global Glug so you never miss an episode. In this episode of The Global Glug, I sit down with Eric Kaye, the founder of Holmes Cay, to discuss his fascinating journey from a career in music to becoming a respected name in the rum industry. We dive into the inspiration behind Holmes Cay, the challenges of navigating the complex world of spirits, and his dedication to sourcing the...
Join me on The Global Glug as I sit down with Magdalena Reszke, the passionate brand ambassador for The Colours of Rum, an independent rum bottler based in Poland. In this episode, Magdalena takes us on a journey through the fascinating world of rum, sharing her insights on everything from the challenges of independent bottling to the growing popularity of high ester rums.
Discover how The Colours of Rum transitioned from whiskey t...
Stay in the loop! Subscribe to our newsletter at The Global Glug so you never miss an episode. In this episode of The Global Glug, I sit down with Sebastian Lauinger, the visionary behind Ron Artesano, a premium rum brand that combines Panamanian craftsmanship with German precision. Sebastian shares his fascinating journey from growing up in a family of German brandy distillers to creating his own line of artisanal rums in Panama.
...Stay in the loop! Subscribe to our newsletter at The Global Glug so you never miss an episode. En este episodio, me siento con Christiane y Berny Silberwasser, el dúo dinámico detrás de Bogotá Beer Company en Colombia y Pedro Mandinga Rum en Panamá. En una conversación fascinante, exploramos su inspiradora travesía, desde la elaboración de cerveza en los años 90 hasta la creación de un ron artesanal galardonado.
Descubre cómo l...
Stay in the loop! Subscribe to our newsletter at The Global Glug so you never miss an episode. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ivar De Laat, the passionate mind behind Rum Revelations. We talked about his journey from the Netherlands to Canada, how he got into the rum world, and what led him to become one of the most honest voices in rum criticism today.
We dove deep into topics like the impact of sugar in rum...
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En este episodio de The Global Glug, tuve el placer de conversar con Nathan Picciotto, Gerente Nacional de On Trade para Colombia en Casa Domecq. Hablamos de la fascinante historia de esta casa icónica, conocida por su Brandy Domecq, y su reciente incursión en el emocionante mundo del ron con innovaciones como el Quimbaya Gold y Artisan ...
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In this episode of The Global Glug, I sit down with Laurent Cosson, the Global Brand Director of Mount Gay, to dive into the brand’s evolution and their ongoing efforts in the rum industry. Laurent shares his wealth of knowledge on Mount Gay’s journey and the innovation that’s driving it forward.
We discuss the Single Estate Series, a bold...
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Dans cet épisode passionnant de The Global Glug, j'accueille Marie, ambassadrice des marques Ron Millionario et Rum Nation. Ensemble, nous explorons son parcours inspirant, depuis ses débuts en tant que bartender jusqu'à son rôle actuel, qui l'amène à parcourir le monde pour partager sa passion pour les spiritueux.
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In this episode of The Global Glug, I welcome Keri Algar, founder of Cabarita Spirits, who shares her remarkable journey into the world of rum distillation. Based in the idyllic Tweed Valley in New South Wales, Keri reveals how her multicultural upbringing, including her first sip of rum in the Dominican Republic, sparked a lifelong passi...
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I sit down with Marcos, the creator of Rum Interest, a platform dedicated to spreading the love of rum across the UK and the world. Marcos has become a key figure in the rum community, sharing his passion for the spirit through tasting events, reviews, and engaging content. We dive into his journey with rum, the UK’s growing rum scene, an...
Reimagining Rum in Cambodia: An Interview with Antonio Lopez De Haro, co-Founder of Samai Distillery
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In this interview, Antonio Lopez De Haro, the visionary founder of Samai Distillery in Cambodia, shares his inspiring journey from Switzerland to Southeast Asia. Antonio delves into his unique background and the challenges of establishing a premium rum brand in a predominantly whisky-loving market.
The Origin Story Antonio reflects on how...
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Hugo, che oltre ad essere co-fondatore si occupa di distillazione, vendite e marketing, condividerà con noi la sua appassionante storia. Ci racconterà come lui, sua moglie e un amico hanno deciso di dare vita a questa avventura unica, spinti dalla passione per il rum e ispirati dalle sfide emerse durante la crisi pandemica del 2020. Duran...
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En el nuevo episodio de nuestro podcast, nos acompaña Patrick Powers, cofundador de Ron Parce, el ron que puso a Colombia en el mapa mundial del ron premium. Conversamos con Patrick sobre su inspiradora travesía hacia Colombia y cómo nació la idea de crear un ron de alta calidad en un país con una tradición ronera aún en crecimiento. A tr...
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Today, we have a very special guest, Rohan Shah, originally from Singapore but now passionately in love with Rwanda. Rohan will take us on a fascinating journey through his unique botanical rum produced right in the heart of Rwanda. We'll explore the rich history of his company and learn how his passion for cocktails led him to become a s...
Stay in the loop! Subscribe to our newsletter at The Global Glug so you never miss an episode. In questo episodio del podcast (in italiano), abbiamo l'onore di parlare con Giovanni Belli e Marcello Duranti, i creatori di Rum Express Milano. Questo innovativo concetto porta degustazioni di rum direttamente a casa vostra, offrendo un'esperienza unica e personalizzata. Durante la conversazione, Giovanni e Marcello ci illustreranno la...
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En esta ocasión, tenemos el honor de contar con la presencia de Antonio Gonzalez, dueño de la Empresa de Licores y Alcoholes de Bolívar. Esta empresa es famosa no solo por la producción del renombrado ron "Tri Corner", sino también por su ron premium "Ron Gobernador", que se exporta a nivel internacional. Antonio nos llevará a través de s...
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In this episode, we explore the journey of Pedro, the owner of Alba Distilleria in Brazil, as he shares his unique approach to distillation, the influence of terroir, and the differences between cachaça and rum. Pedro discusses the innovative techniques used in his distillery, the importance of natural fermentation, and the future of his ...
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Nikolas Kröger from Wagemut Rum shares his journey from a hospitality background to becoming a rum producer. He discusses the complexities of sourcing rum, the misconceptions surrounding sherry casks, and the marketing tactics in the rum industry, particularly regarding solera aging.
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