Rumtopf is a longstanding German tradition in which various fruits are collected and preserved in rum for months. As is the case with wines, this gets better with age if done properly. There are special pots that one can purchase to preserve and maintain the necessary conditions. Imagine my giddiness when I saw that one of my favorite “go to” German shops began carrying them.
The Rumtopf at the German Deli is not only visually appealing, but also the perfect size to make a batch big enough to share over the holidays with friends and family. This is an item that can be passed down to your kids to keep your German traditions alive. That’s why I have already ordered mine.
In Pt. 2, we will look into how to prepare our Rumtopf.
See also:
Rumtopf – Preserving Seasonal Fruits Pt.2
Rumtopf – Preserving Seasonal Fruits Pt. 3
This is such a wonderful tradition. My American friends love my Rumtopf. When they visit they are always hinting that they haven’t gotten their daily required servings of “fruit” yet. LOL. …and several have started their own Rumtopf.