Rum is the most diverse spirit in the world—and that's precisely the challenge. Thousands of rum lovers share their reviews, tasting notes, and discoveries with us. We are your compass through this complexity.
How it all began...
Where should I start? Which rum do I like and where can I find like-minded people? Like every rookie, our founder Oliver Gerhardt faced this mystery when he embarked on his rum journey. Combining his two greatest passions, software development and rum, he spent every spare minute in early 2018, alongside his computer science studies, programming a small rum database where he could record his tasting notes and digitize his growing rum collection.n Over time, the idea grew to open up this still self-contained world and create an app for rum enthusiasts where tasting impressions could be shared, favorite rums could be found, and recommendations could be exchanged. With the official release of the iOS app on December 16, 2018, the time had come – Rum Tasting Notes saw the light of the rum world!
The rebranding to RumX in summer 2021 then laid the foundation for a real platform with an additional Android app, website, and community forum: RumX as we know it today!
Through hard work, we were able to secure our first funding in 2023 from the start-up accelerator Sandbox. The crowning glory came in 2024 with the nomination for THE Länd’s prestigious NXTGN start-up funding program and the trust placed in us by the state of Baden-Württemberg!
A small database develops into the world's largest review portal
The very first rum in the database was Plantation XO with the iconic number RX1. After 20,000 rums, we stopped counting. This vibrant rum source has grown thanks to a passionate community of over 45,000 members. A big thank you goes out to everyone who has helped and continues to help add new rums and fill in missing information. RumX wouldn’t be possible without you! ❤️
Scan a rum label like on Shazam and benefit from over 250,000 rum reviews from our community – this way, you can see at a glance like on TripAdvisor whether the rum is your thing or not. Connect like on Facebook in our community forum and enjoy personalized recommendations like on Spotify! Not a member yet? Experience RumX for free now:
The evolution from digital purchasing advisor to Europe's largest selection of rum
We give you the ultimate rum experience by providing everything from a single source. Simple, intuitive, and secure. To do this, we link over 6,000 offers from partner shops across Europe, such as La Maison du Whisky, Spirit Academy and Excellence Rhum, so you can now buy your favorite rum safely and conveniently directly on RumX. On top of that, you’ll receive personalized recommendations and 7-day customer service. But that’s not all: for hunters of rare collector’s rums, we also list current rum auctions from the most exciting auction houses. In short: Buying rum online has never been as convenient and affordable as it is at RumX!
We develop RumX with passion
Ensures a growing rum offering on RumX and happy users
"I will never forget the moment when I was introduced to RX1089 in a bar and it turned me into a rum enthusiast. An exotic horizon-expanding and pure jungle in the glass."
Our technical brain and the wizard at RumX
My current favorite rum is RX17317. Jamaican funk, marzipan, overripe fruit, slightly meaty notes. The 18 years of tropical maturation have produced an absolute explosion of flavors!
Keeps costs under control and ensures smooth processes
"It’s practically impossible to define my favorite rum, as I always discover new fantastic bottlings! I especially celebrate RX11. Tastes great in cocktails!"