What is white Rum used for?
White rum is rum, which US federal rules (27 CFR 5.22(f), quoted in a Federal Register notice) define as an alcoholic distillate from sugar cane juice, syrup, molasses or other sugar cane by-products. Rum must be bottled at no less than 80 proof (40% alcohol by volume), so yes, white rum is alcoholic. US rules do not define a separate white rum type.
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What is white rum made from?
The US rule on rum, as quoted in a TTB Federal Register notice, says rum is an alcoholic distillate from the fermented juice of sugar cane, sugar cane syrup, sugar cane molasses, or other sugar cane by-products. It must have the taste, aroma and characteristics generally attributed to rum.
Is white rum alcoholic?
Yes. The same rule requires rum to be bottled at not less than 80 proof, which is 40% alcohol by volume. Under NIAAA, a US standard drink contains 14 grams of pure alcohol.
Is white rum a legal category?
No. The notice states that the current US rum standard does not provide for any subcategories or types of rum, and it does not mention light, white or aged rum. Brands use white, silver or light on labels as style names.
Why is white rum clear?
We found no official source that explains how makers produce a clear rum, so we do not state the method. Different producers can use different methods.
What is white rum used for?
We found no official source on how people use it, so we give no list of recipes. Check a recipe’s own page for amounts, and drink responsibly. Alcohol is not suitable for everyone; ask a doctor if unsure.
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What is white rum made from?
Under the US rule it is a distillate of sugar cane juice, syrup, molasses or other sugar cane by-products, like all rum.
Is white rum alcoholic?
Yes. US rum must be bottled at no less than 80 proof (40% ABV).
Is white rum a legal type of rum in the US?
No. The current US standard has no subcategories or types of rum.
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