Join us for a rollicking journey through the wild and wonderful history of rum! From its origins in the sugarcane fields to its infamous role in piracy, rebellion, and high society, we’ll explore how this spirited drink shaped the world.

Whether fueling naval empires, sparking revolutions, or sweetening the punch bowls of the aristocracy, rum has always been more than just a drink—it’s a story of adventure, scandal, and survival in a bottle.

What will we cover?

In this class we’ll set sail on the rocky seas of rum history and explore:

Pirates & Plunder – Who was Captain Morgan, and how did he inspire a rum brand?
The Navy’s Daily Ration – How sailors stayed merry (and slightly tipsy) at sea.
Rum & Rebellion – From the American Revolution to Australia’s Rum Rebellion!
Tiki Culture & Cocktails – How rum went from rough grog to tropical paradise.
The Dark Side – Rum, sugar, and the brutal economics of the Triangle Trade.
How Batman's Penguin and the US Govt created a rum advertorial.
Rum Renaissance – From gutter spirit to craft distilling, how rum made a comeback!
Some tasting and smelling samples - educational of course. You must be over 18.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Venue
Gender Neutral Bathrooms
Free Tickets to First Nation Attendees

Who will be Teaching?

Bronwyn (she/her) a self-proclaimed trivia nerd, with an undeniable love for the obscure, and a big brass mug to prove it, found herself drawn into the enticing world of spirits and cocktails. With endless time on her hands in lockdown and an insatiable curiosity, she dove into the rich history of drinks, unraveling stories of the oddball characters who created and sipped them. She created an instagram account @serve_stories, and loves sharing the amusing, bizarre and illuminating tales which enrich every sip.

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Any other questions or ways we can assist with accessibility? Just shoot an email to Maddy (she/her) at melbourne@lanewaylearning.com.