Learn from the pros at this rum tasting class at Caputo's

🏴‍☠️ I'm a huge fan of rum ( Arrrr !), so for Mother's Day my fam signed me up for a rum blending and food pairing class at Caputo's. Turns out there are lots of chances to learn mixology and refine your palate.

Zoom in: We learned about the distillation techniques and flavors developed in various islands from Mikey Edwards , who is behind the experimental tiki pop-ups at the former Campfire Lounge location in Sugar House.

The intrigue: The food pairings are what really drive home the distinctions — and Caputo's manager Dax Chelius meticulously chooses chocolates, cheeses, cured meats and tinned fish to bring out the unique flavors.

• For example, the dill and fennel of Fangst blue mussels draw out the grassy, savory taste of fresh cane used in Neisson Agricole Blanc rum from Martinique.

The good news: Caputo's offers multiple pairing and tasting classes each week, from rosés to "Tour of Spain" to cheese and chocolate.

• I've already signed up for mocktail night next month!

Zoom out: There are tons of cocktail classes around town.

• Check out Cocktail Collective , Bitters Lab and Sip + Vibe for more options.