Rum is the original spirit of adventure — born in the Caribbean, loved everywhere. Shop rum online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA, from everyday mixing bottles to rare aged finds, every bottle available to order online with fast, careful shipping.
Shop by style: White Rum | Pairs well with: Vodka | Tequila | Liqueurs
Rum wears many hats. White rum is light and clean — the soul of the mojito and daiquiri. Gold and dark rums pick up color and character from barrel aging, bringing caramel, molasses, and dried fruit. Spiced rum adds vanilla, cinnamon, and warm spice for easy mixing, while aged and overproof rums deliver the depth that sipping-rum fans chase. Styles vary by island too: Jamaican rum is famously funky, Barbadian rum is balanced and refined, and agricole rhum from Martinique is distilled from fresh cane juice for a grassy, vibrant edge.
When you buy rum online, match the bottle to the job: white rum for classic cocktails, gold for versatility, and aged expressions for sipping neat or over a single cube. Our shelves carry the names rum drinkers reach for — Bacardi, Captain Morgan, Malibu, Don Q — plus small-batch and limited releases for the collectors.
Every bottle here is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, shipping from San Diego, CA. Build the tiki bar, upgrade the daiquiri, or discover your new favorite sipper — the rum aisle is open.
Rum FAQs
What is the difference between white rum and dark rum?
White rum is typically unaged or lightly aged and filtered for a clean, light profile — ideal for cocktails. Dark rum spends more time in barrel, developing deep color and rich molasses, caramel, and spice notes.
What is the best rum for a mojito?
A quality white rum. Its clean, grassy character lets the mint and lime shine — that is the classic Cuban formula.
Is rum gluten-free?
Distilled rum is generally considered gluten-free, since distillation removes gluten proteins. Rum is distilled from sugarcane, not grain.
Does rum expire after opening?
Unopened rum lasts indefinitely. Once opened, it stays good for years if stored upright in a cool, dark place — though very old opened bottles can slowly lose vibrancy.