Take A Whizzer

October, 1999

Rum hasn't been this popular since it was a daily ration for British sailors. Sales of boutique Caribbean brands are way up as rum makers follow whiskey's lead as a sipping choice. The latest offering is the Rare Rums of the Caribbean Collection -- four dark rums with differing appeal. R.L. Seale's, from Barbados, is a midweight golden rum with an almond flavor ($45). Venezuela's smooth Diplomatico is aged (like cognac) in French white oak barrels ($30). Gran Blasón--known as the cognac of Costa...