Inside Wagemut: Nicolas Kroeger’s Journey and Innovations in Rum Crafting

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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.

Timestamps (See Below and Click to Hear the Chapter)

Nikolas also introduces his innovative project, the "FassSprache", which explores the effects of different woods on rum aging. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the science behind barrel aging and sugar content in spirits.

Finally, he shares his ambitious plans for opening a distillery and offers advice for beginners on how to taste and appreciate rum.

Wagemut website

For non-German or Austrian markets, you can order the kit at this link

Link to his trusted barrel supplier

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Timestamps (Click to hear the chapter):

(00:00) Introduction to Nikolas Kröger and His Journey
(05:41) Sourcing Rum: The Process and Challenges
(11:39) Understanding Sherry Casks and Their Misconceptions
(15:23) Exploring the Barrel Language Project
(22:20) Future Plans: Distillery and Expansion
(34:29) Tasting Rum: A Guide for Newbies