**Rum Masterclass – Certified Rum Explorer™** is a 2–3 hour classroom or online experience designed for curious sippers, cocktail geeks, spirits professionals, and anyone ready to go beyond “rum and coke.” No prior experience is required. Explore what makes rum one of the most diverse spirits in the world, from its history and origins to production methods, classifications, label confusion, and food pairing basics. Topics include cane juice vs. molasses, fermentation, distillation, ageing, style categories, additives, age statements, and transparency. The course includes a guided tasting of **at least 9 distinctive rums** from around the world, a digital course textbook, online examination, and a **Certified Rum Explorer™** certificate with lifetime verified digital credentials.