[1] Martinican producers of cane-juice rums made entirely in Martinique and meeting certain production standards are entitled under French law to the appellation d'origine contrôlée (French protected designation of origin) "AOC Martinique Rhum Agricole.
"[2] This designation is unique to Martinique and does not define the category of cane juice rum or rhum agricole.
The archipelago of Guadeloupe is often listed as one of the best rum destinations,[5] where the rhum is appreciated for its signature flavor.
With the burgeoning craft distilling scene, new world styles of rhum agricole are appearing.
With the closure of Hawaii's crystalline sugar producing mills, some artisanal distilleries have opened which continue production of cane for rhum agricole.