Let’s be honest — Captain Morgan is the household name when it comes to spiced rum in the UK. But as your taste matures (or your cocktails get more adventurous), it’s only fair to wonder: what else is out there? Luckily, the UK rum scene is booming with new players and bold flavour profiles that challenge the norm. Here are 5 spiced rums you need to try if you’re ready to level up — starting, of course, with the rebellious SLY DOG. 🥇 1. SLY DOG Spiced Rum – The Natural Rule-Breaker Origin: Dominican Republic ABV: 40% Why it wins:...

How to Drink Spiced Rum Like a Pro: Neat, Over Ice, or Mixed? So, you’ve just picked up a bottle of SLY DOG Spiced Rum — or maybe you're rum-curious and want to elevate your drinking game. But here’s the thing: not all spiced rum drinks are created equal. Whether you're sipping for flavour or mixing for fun, how you drink it can seriously change your experience. Let’s break down the best ways to enjoy spiced rum like a seasoned pro (without needing a bartender badge). 🥃 1. Neat – For the Purist Best for: Flavour appreciation, after-dinner sipping, real...

Spiced rum is bold, warm, and effortlessly mixable — which makes it a hero in any home bar. But you don’t need a cocktail shaker or ten ingredients to impress your mates (or yourself). Sometimes, simple spiced rum drinks are the best kind. If you're short on time but craving big flavour, these two-ingredient spiced rum cocktails are exactly what you need. Grab a bottle of SLY DOG Spiced Rum and let’s pour. 🍹 1. Spiced Rum & Ginger Beer The SLY Mule 50ml SLY DOG Spiced Rum Top with Fiery Ginger Beer The bold spices in SLY DOG pair...

Best Spiced Rum UK: How Does SLY DOG Compare to Captain Morgan? When you think of spiced rum in the UK, Captain Morgan probably pops into your head first — and that’s no surprise. With decades of brand recognition, it's the go-to for many casual drinkers. But if you’ve got a sharper palate (and a bit of mischief in you), SLY DOG Spiced Rum might just be the upgrade you didn’t know you needed. So, how does SLY DOG compare to one of the UK’s biggest rum names? Let’s pour into it. 🥃 ⚔️ Brand vs Brand: A Quick Breakdown...

Rum tasting parties are a brilliant way to bring friends together and discover new favourites. Here’s how to host one: Pick a mix of rums — spiced, dark, aged Serve in tasting glasses (smaller pours) Provide tasting notes or scorecards Offer palate cleansers — water, crackers Pair with snacks — cheese, charcuterie, dark chocolate Encourage discussion — flavours, favourites Finish with a killer rum cocktail (with Slydog, of course) Keep it fun, relaxed — and make sure everyone goes home with new favourite rums (Slydog, naturally). Ready to host? Stock up here:Shop Slydog Spiced Rum →

At Slydog, we’re obsessed with spiced rum + pineapple juice  it’s tropical, zesty, and dangerously drinkable. Why It Works The sweetness of pineapple juice lifts the warm spice of the rum Natural acidity balances the richness Works great as a simple 2-ingredient drink Fantastic in summer cocktails How to Serve Simple serve:50ml Slydog Spiced RumTop with pineapple juiceLoads of iceGarnish with a pineapple wedge or lime Fancy it up:Add a splash of coconut water or lime juice for extra layers. If you haven’t tried this combo — do it. You won’t look back. Grab a bottle and shake it up:Shop...