Meet The Rum Champion: Bryan Inman

We are thrilled to introduce Bryan Inman, better known as The Rum Champion! As a highly respected rum expert and educator in the US, Bryan is on a mission to elevate the appreciation of high-quality rum and inspire enthusiasts to enjoy premium spirits neat. Through his YouTube channel, Instagram, and podcast, Bryan connects with tens of thousands of rum aficionados daily, sharing his extensive knowledge and passion for the world's most diverse spirit. Join us for a Q&A session to learn more about Bryan and his collaboration with RumX.

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Q&A with Bryan Inman

RumX: Bryan, how did your journey with rum begin?

Bryan: "My passion for rum started with tiki cocktails. I was intrigued by the different flavors and began deconstructing these cocktails in order to taste the rums individually. While most people were learning how to bake bread during the pandemic, I was exploring the rich diversity of rum. That's when I realized rum must be the most diverse spirit out there."

RumX: When did you start sharing your love for rum with others?

Bryan: "In May 2021, I began hosting rum parties with friends, which eventually evolved into the Rum Curious Club in 2023. By September 2022, I launched my Instagram account @therumchampion to share my passion for high-quality rum. My goal is to show people that there is more to rum than just spiced and flavored varieties. Today, the Rum Curious Club has over 1,200 members, and we host rum education events from San Francisco to San Diego!"

Bryan in a Tiki Bar as a rum tasting host

RumX: How many rums have you tried and do you have any favorites?

Bryan: "To date, I've tasted 1,391 rums from 78 countries and have a personal collection of 632 bottles. If I had to pick a favorite rum to drink for the rest of my life, it would be Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve. My most prized bottle is Black Tot Last Consignment. I think everyone should keep an eye on the Kō Hana Distillery - they're doing some amazing things!"

RumX: What do you like about RumX?

Bryan: "Before I started using RumX, tracking my rum journey was quite old-fashioned. I used to jot down my tasting notes in Apple Notes without much structure and kept track of my purchases in an Excel spreadsheet. It was tedious and involved a lot of copying and pasting. With RumX, everything is in one place - it's a one-stop shop for rum enthusiasts! Now I can record tasting notes, manage my collection, and even discover and purchase new rums easily. It has made my life so much easier."

RumX: What do you like most about the RumX Marketplace?

Bryan: "Living in the US as a rum lover can be challenging. There are so many bottlings that never reach these shores. With RumX, I've found a place where I can purchase those Europe-exclusive bottlings, which gives me buying confidence with user ratings and reviews."

RumX: What's next for you and RumX?

Bryan: "Through our collaboration, I'll be sharing exclusive content, and featuring rare bottles from Europe. Together, we're making it easier for US rum fans to get their hands on hard-to-find rums."

Bryan with one of his favorite rum brands: El Dorado

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