Rum
Rum is a strong alcoholic beverage created by distilling sugar cane and fermenting.
Creation history and features
Rum is made by distilling molasses and cane syrup and then aged in oak barrels. The main production of rum is carried out in Australia, India, South America, the USA and the Caribbean.
There are many types of this alcoholic beverage. In cooking, light rum is usually used, which is added to cocktails and desserts.
Rum is a traditional drink and cultural heritage of the people of the West Indies. This drink became a means of slavery by the British United Kingdom.
The history of rum begins in ancient India, when the drink brahm was created, which was a sugar wine. The traditional recipe for rum was created in the 16th century.
Molasses was discovered on cane plantations and became the main fermentation ingredient in rum.
After the creation of a traditional recipe in the Caribbean, this drink began to spread throughout South America. In the 17th century, rum began to be actively produced in the United States, and it gained great popularity. According to statistical data, rum was consumed by each person in the American colonies at 10-12 liters per year.
In Europe, rum began to be produced in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, but it gained popularity only among the lower strata of the population. At the end of the 18th century, this drink became especially common in England, France and Italy.
Rum acquired particular importance for sailors and navigation. In the 19th century, this drink became associated with pirates and sea travel, the British United Kingdom and the British navy.
In the 20th century, rum spread throughout the world and began to be used not only as an alcoholic drink for the festive table, but also as an ingredient for various dishes and pastries.
Rum varieties
There are three main types of rum - dark, gold and light. These varieties differ in place of origin and preparation method.
Light rum has a faint taste and subtle aroma and is mainly used in cocktails. Amber rum has a medium density and caramel taste, it is aged in oak barrels.
The dark variety is aged in charred barrels and has a strong caramel flavor with a spice and molasses flavor. This variety is used for cooking and various cocktails.
To give the rum a special strength, it is aged for a long time and a premium drink is created with a strength of more than 75%. This drink has a pronounced taste and strong aroma, it is consumed in its pure form with the addition of a small amount of ice.
Calorie content of rum
The calorie content of rum belongs to the middle category, but this drink is not recommended to be included in the dietary menu.
The calorie content of rum is 220 kcal.
Useful properties of rum
Rum has many health benefits. This drink is used for compresses in the treatment of sciatica, rheumatism and gout. Rum compresses have a warming, anti-edematous and anti-inflammatory effect.
For the treatment of diseases of the respiratory system, a rum-based mixture is used, into which mashed onions and milk are added, boiled and poured in a little honey. For colds, sore throats and bronchitis, use a small amount of rum with lemon juice and honey.
For the treatment of wounds, ulcers and burns, a decoction of calendula is used with the addition of 1 tablespoon of rum, with which the inflamed skin is washed.
Rum is useful as a cosmetic ingredient and special masks are created from it with the addition of honey, cucumber and tomato. The mask has toning and cleansing properties.
This drink strengthens hair, makes it silky and healthy looking, and stimulates hair growth. A small amount of rum is added to tonics and washing lotions.
Due to its good taste, this drink is often used for culinary purposes. It is added to marinades, desserts and baked goods, and is also used in canning fruits and vegetables.
Contraindications
Rum is a strong alcoholic beverage that is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as when taking medications and treating mental illness.
This drink must not be consumed by children under 18 years of age and people who drive vehicles and have allergic reactions to alcohol.
Rum is not recommended for people with severe diseases of the digestive system, kidney and liver failure.
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