My son and hubby are headed to a concert at the amphitheatre this Friday and are looking for a place nearby to get an early dinner before the concert....casual any recommendations Lu (2 replies, last updated by mikek June 25, 2008)

Not sure about Mt. Gay – never been real partial to it but I have a rum tip for anyone interested. I used to live on St. Croix and the local rum - Cruzan - is very good. They produce a huge amount but most of it gets sent... (7 replies, last updated by Jason D. January 26, 2005)

You didn’t mention a date for the party, so may be replying too late – I just found Chowhound! For what it’s worth, try this website for the most amazing recipes you will find for rum. Most U.S. liquor stores... (2 replies, last updated by debrolex September 20, 2006)

Cruzan Rum from the Virgin Islands. (18 replies, last updated by Robert February 11, 2003)

is a slightly spicier Puerto Rican rum, prefer the three star, although some like the two star. Cruzan Single Barrell is good. Also worthwhile, without haivng to go on a wild goose chase for something rarer (like Bielle Rhum... (10 replies, last updated by HaagenDazs November 7, 2006)

Four darker rums in a decent price point are Old Monk, Goslings, Cruzan Black Strap, and Myers. The Old Monk is infused with a little vanilla and the Cruzan has a strong flavor of black strap molasses. Don’t own any spiced... (11 replies, last updated by bkhuna May 7, 2009)

because it is a family run hotel. Try Cruzan's rum cream; the rum factory there actually ships rum to the Bailey’s folks in Ireland where they do their magic and send it back, yummy. (2 replies, last updated by WellFedRed December 5, 2002)

Thanks for this tip. I’d never thought of mixing amaro with anything outside of a proper tail—and most of the time I just sip it straight. But after reading this last night, I poured myself a glass of Ramazzotti and... (7 replies, last updated by davis_sq_pro November 23, 2009)

I just made some myself: 6 oz jar of cruzan dark rum (some folks use whisky, you could even use vodka. Just don’t want anything too strong tasting i.e. single malt scotch or say Meyers rum.) 3 tahitian vanilla beans Split... (15 replies, last updated by amy_wong August 29, 2009)

out. I am interested to hear! P.S. My favorite way to make the above recipe is with Cruzan Vanilla Rum. The vanilla-lime-mint combo is a BIG WINNER in my book! :) (3 replies, last updated by Lgalen October 17, 2009)

Interesting topic. In the bourbon/whiskey area, I like Evan Williams Single Barrel at about $25 and Jim Beam Rye (yellow label) at about $18. For rum, I like Cruzan Blackstrap and Whaler’s Original Dark at about $10-12. For... (55 replies, last updated by StriperGuy November 23, 2009)

it - White Rum: for tails and mojitos if you can find it Don Q, alternatively Brugal, or in a pinch Bacardi - A dark rum like Cruzan Dark, Goslings, Pussers, or Meyers for punches and the like - Can’t hurt to have a bottle of... (12 replies, last updated by StriperGuy August 10, 2009)

Cognac – Hardy’s Red Corner Vermouth – Gallo Sherry – hmm... Rum - Cruzan Bourbon – Beam, Turkey Vodka – Iceberg Orange Liqueur – Marie Brizzard triple sec Those are very acceptable brands you... (3 replies, last updated by HaagenDazs December 15, 2007)

I’m entertaining tonight and have four baby coconuts in the refrigerator. Thought I could scoop out the meat and blend with the juice and some Cruzan rum. What else would be good in the mix (other than pineapple or mint)? (9 replies, last updated by Orphan February 3, 2007)

I also lived in VI (St. Thomas) for a spell back in the early eighties. I still miss the fresh-killed roast pork and goat, fungee, stewpeas and rice, codfish patties, fresh passionfruit juice (with a splash of Cruzan dark for the... (2 replies, last updated by flavrmeistr February 3, 2005)