In this episode, Master Distiller Don Benn takes us behind the scenes at West Indies Rum Distillery in Barbados. Topics discussed include his 20+ year career in rum, how WIRD has changed over time, rebuilding the Rockley still, creating the Stade’s Rum brand, and more. Also, before the interview, we introduce a new segment (What Are You Buying?), and do a quick Rerum inspired by this episode’s guest.Links for Further Reading:”Rockley — Deconstructing the Myth” on Single Cask Rum“A Potted History of the Rockley Still” on Rum Diaries Blog“Bristol Spirits 1986 Rockley Still 26 YO Barbados Rum Review” on The Lone Caner“Stade’s — A New Barbados Rum Brand Emerges” on Cocktail Wonk“Barbados Rum Cheat Sheet” on Cocktail Wonk (for more WIRD history)