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Rum Guide to Maine

Named the Pine Tree State for its majestic forests and Acadia National Park’s stunning beauty, Maine is for nature lovers. The rugged coastline and cool climate may not grow sugarcane, but there’s a rich rum history at the heart of New England rum. Early colonists traded and made rum here since the 1630s. During Prohibition, Maine’s port locations like Portland made it a smuggling hub for Canadian rum transiting to Boston and New York. Since 2011 small distillery licensing was recognised and craft rum revived with production in Maine. Explore Maine’s craft distilleries or discover its modern take on New England rum on your next coastal escape.