I enjoy a good Scotch, and the SWMBO enjoys a good glass of wine, but neither of us has ever done the cocktail thing. As we do enjoy a good excuse to host, we decided a cocktail party would be a good way to learn. B&B's Speakeasy has been incredibly helpful and we've got a lot of good ideas, but as we're effectively putting a bar together for the first time, it can be a bit expensive. Sorry purists, but we're looking to make-do on a budget. Hopefully.
Where we (I) could use some help is: rum. There's so many different kinds which seem tailored to a single drink / application. Is there a single rum that could "make-do" in a wide range of applications? For example, eggnog traditionally calls for a dark spiced rum, whereas a mojito calls for a "light" one. Even though it might not do proper justice to each, would anyone have a good recommendation that could be considered adequate? Or am I asking for the impossible
Price range, for consideration, would be middle-of-the-road. Nothing top shelf, but I'm not trying to penny-pinch either. SWMBO would benefit the most from something smooth, as she's not a fan of things with much of an alcohol "bite".
Thanks guys!
Where we (I) could use some help is: rum. There's so many different kinds which seem tailored to a single drink / application. Is there a single rum that could "make-do" in a wide range of applications? For example, eggnog traditionally calls for a dark spiced rum, whereas a mojito calls for a "light" one. Even though it might not do proper justice to each, would anyone have a good recommendation that could be considered adequate? Or am I asking for the impossible
Price range, for consideration, would be middle-of-the-road. Nothing top shelf, but I'm not trying to penny-pinch either. SWMBO would benefit the most from something smooth, as she's not a fan of things with much of an alcohol "bite".
Thanks guys!