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O Reizinho and the Tradition of Madeira Rum Making
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In this episode, we sat down with Pedro Ferreira, founder and distiller of O Reizinho, one of the jewels of Madeira's fascinating rum scene. While O Reizinho is one of the island's smallest distilleries, it's quickly earning a great reputation among enthusiasts for its distinctive cane juice rums.
We talked to Pedro about:
What sets Madeira rums apart
Evolving his father's small distillery from a clandestine "friends and family" operation to a commercial producer
The unique challenges of cane cultivation in Madeira
What it's like to send your rums through the tasting panel that certifies Madeira rum
The pros and cons of operating a distillery from your own garage
The direct-fire Portuguese stills that craft O Reizinho's rum
Madeira's quirky age statement rules
Local rum culture
And more!
If you're interested in learning more about Madeira rum, be sure to check out our Guide to Madeira Rum episode.