Explore the evolving intersection of rum, coffee and modern cocktail culture in a session designed to create curiosity behind the serves.

This seminar brings together Brugal Dominican rum, captivating local Edinburgh artisan coffee roasters and one of Edinburgh’s innovative cocktail venue’s- Lucky Liquor co.-  to break down why coffee is becoming one of the most versatile and expressive tools behind the bar.

We’ll dive into flavour structure, extraction methods, roast profiles and how these elements interact with aged rum — from balancing bitterness and sweetness to building texture and aroma.

Expect an engaging panel discussion between our 3 partners, practical insights you can apply immediately to menu development, plus live sampling of trending serves such as rum forward Espresso Martini.

Alongside the technical learning, we’ll explore the shared heritage of rum and coffee — family traditions, craftsmanship and the communal moments these drinks create — offering you richer stories to bring to your guests.

Hosted by:

Georgia Balson, Brugal Rum Brand Ambassador

J Hughes, Operations Manager, Lucky Liquor, Bramble & the Last Word

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