12 Nov 2022
1h 26m

67: The Stories of Providence Rum and Clairin, the Spirit of Haiti with Herbert Barbancourt-Linge Jr.

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The Rumcast

The Rumcast interviews Herbert Barbancourt-Linge of Providence Rum, exploring Haitian rum production and the nuances of clairin. Barbancourt-Linge details his roles in administration, production, and distribution for various rum ventures, emphasizing the challenges of supply chain management and the importance of bottle design. The discussion traces the history of clairin, its cultural significance in Haiti, and the collaborative efforts to bring it to the global market through The Spirit of Haiti brand. Barbancourt-Linge also explains the unique characteristics of Providence Rum, highlighting the use of indigenous sugarcane and experimental distillation techniques, while aiming to shift perceptions of Haiti through its showcased products.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction, Context

Part 2: Providence Rum, The Spirit of Haiti

Part 3: Production, Methods, Experimentation

Part 4: Culture, Identity, Future

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