Episode #35: The Making of South Africa's Mhoba Rum with Knud Strand

The Rumcast features an interview with Knud Strand of Mhoba Rum, focusing on Mhoba's unique approach to rum production and Strand's role in the company. Strand details Mhoba's commitment to pure sugarcane juice rum, its terroir-driven philosophy, and unconventional techniques like dunder pits and glass cask aging. He also shares insights into the challenges and rewards of working with a small, craft distillery in South Africa, including navigating government alcohol bans and expanding into new markets. Strand teases a forthcoming "paradise rums" project, which involves sourcing unique, wild-fermented rums from distilleries in diverse terroirs around the world. The discussion also touches on the broader rum industry, emphasizing the importance of transparency, collaboration, and a passion for sharing knowledge.