Jul 17 2026

Rum Recipe

Time4h
Serves10

Make Rum Recipe in just 4h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Rum Ingredients

Method

Rum Production Process

  1. 1

    Prepare the Molasses Wash

    In a large fermentation vessel, combine the molasses and water, stirring until the molasses dissolves completely.

  2. 2

    Add Sugar and Yeast

    Stir in the sugar until fully dissolved, then sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 10 minutes before stirring gently.

  3. 3

    Fermentation

    Cover the fermentation vessel with a cloth and let it sit in a warm, dark place for about 1 to 2 weeks, stirring daily until fermentation ceases.

  4. 4

    Distillation

    Once fermentation is complete, transfer the wash to a distillation apparatus and distill the liquid to separate the alcohol from the wash.

  5. 5

    Aging

    Place the distilled rum in a glass container with oak chips for aging. Allow it to age for at least 3 months.

  6. 6

    Bottling

    After aging, strain the rum to remove the oak chips and bottle it for storage. Enjoy responsibly!

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