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Nicknamed the “Buckeye State,” Ohio has a blend of natural beauty (Great Lakes shores) and cultural gems (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame). While its diverse landscape isn’t suited for sugarcane, rum has a connection to Ohio’s pioneering spirit. Settlers arriving in 1788 brought their distilling skills, and the state became an early leader in American spirits production. in Prohibition (1919), Ohio’s central location and transportation networks made it a prime hub for rum runners. Today, the Buckeye State’s entrepreneurial spirit continues. A 2012 distillery kickstarted a craft rum revival, adding a new chapter to Ohio’s rich history of distilled spirits. Explore Ohio’s craft distilleries and try Ohio rum on your next visit.