Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Uncorking wine and spirits adventures around the world. Alexandre Gabriel, owner and master blender of Maison Ferrand and the West Indies ...

Rum - Pusser's British Navy Rum (109 proof) is considered the authentic rum for this drink. Look for its distinct gunpowder blue label. Pineapple Juice - Use fresh pineapple juice if possible, as ...

Eclipse is Mount Gay's party rum. The navy strength version takes the party to a new level. A ‘proof’ spirit is 57.14% ABV in modern terms. A spirit at exactly that strength was called a ...