Can rum go off? We hear this question a lot from our Slydog fans — and the truth is, rum is one of the most shelf-stable spirits you can own. That said, good storage makes a big difference to flavour. Let’s break it down. Does Spiced Rum Go Off? If you’re thinking in terms of spoilage — no, your Slydog Spiced Rum won’t go off. Thanks to its high alcohol content (40%), it naturally resists bacteria or mould.It doesn’t have a traditional “expiry date” — but it can lose flavour over time. What Causes Flavour Loss? Air (Oxygen) — starts...

Shopping for the rum lover in your life? We’ve got you covered. Here’s what to buy: A bottle of Slydog Spiced Rum (essential) Rum tasting glassware Cocktail shaker set Premium mixers (ginger beer, pineapple juice) Recipe book Spiced rum gift set Slydog merch — T-shirt, cap, tote Rum tasting experience tickets For birthdays, Father’s Day, or Christmas — you can’t go wrong with this lot. Build the perfect rum gift here:Shop Slydog Spiced Rum →

Here in the UK, we’ve got some seriously good spiced rums.Here’s our pick of the top 10 award-winning spiced rums (and why Slydog deserves your attention): Slydog Spiced Rum (of course!) Kraken Black Spiced Rum Dead Man’s Fingers Spiced Rum RedLeg Spiced Rum Cut Spiced Rum Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum Bacardi Spiced Rumbullion! Spiced Rum Bumbu Original Rum Why We’re Proud of Slydog Award-winning flavour Big, bold spices Crafted in the UK Loved by bartenders and fans alike If you haven’t tried us yet — it’s time. Join the award-winners club:Shop Slydog Spiced Rum →

At Slydog, we love pushing the boundaries of what you can mix with spiced rum. Sure, Coke’s a classic — but there’s a whole world of flavours waiting to be explored. Here are 25 of our favourite mixers (trust us — we’ve tested them!): Ginger beer Cloudy apple juice Pineapple juice Cola (you can’t skip it) Blood orange soda Vanilla cream soda Coconut water Grapefruit juice Iced tea Cold brew coffee Lemonade Spicy tomato juice Rhubarb soda Pomegranate juice Mango juice Watermelon juice Tonic water Cranberry juice Elderflower tonic Chai tea Coconut milk Almond milk Sparkling water with lime Pear...

We love cracking open a fresh bottle of Slydog — but what happens if it takes you a little while to finish? Here’s the lowdown on how long spiced rum lasts after opening. The Quick Answer Opened spiced rum can easily stay drinkable for 1 to 2 years, sometimes longer — if you store it well. The alcohol acts as a preservative, so it won’t spoil in the way some other drinks do. But the flavour can change over time, especially if the bottle is often opened and exposed to air. What Affects How Long Rum Lasts? Oxygen: The more...

How Long Does Unopened Rum Last? Unopened bottles of rum — including our delicious Slydog Spiced Rum — can last for years (even decades). Thanks to the high alcohol content (around 40%), bacteria or mould don’t grow in it.As long as the bottle is sealed tight and stored away from heat and sunlight, it’ll stay perfectly drinkable. Does Opened Rum Go Bad? Here’s where it gets interesting. Once you open your bottle, air starts interacting with the rum, slowly changing the flavour over time.While your spiced rum won’t “spoil” like milk would, after about 1–2 years the flavour can start...