Barbados, often referred to as the birthplace of rum, is home to some of the best Caribbean rum in the world. Known for its rich history and smooth, complex flavor profiles, Barbados rum is more than a drink-it’s a cultural treasure. The Origin Story of Rum The history of rum begins in Barbados, where Barbadian rum was first distilled in the 1600s. Barbados is widely recognized as the place where rum was first created. In the early 17th century, workers on plantations found that molasses, a by-product of sugar production, could be fermented and transformed into a strong distilled spirit. This invention marked the birth of rum, originally known as…