Rum
Rum contains moderate levels of Histamine and Salicylate. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
Distillation leaves the histamine behind in the still, so a clear spirit carries very little of it. The catch is the alcohol: ethanol blocks DAO, so it slows down the histamine you are clearing from everything else. The spirit is not the source — it is the handbrake.
- SalicylateModerate
alcoholic beverages significantly worsen salicylate intolerance. Alcohol increases gut permeability, allowing more salicylates into the bloodstream, and it burdens the liver, delaying salicylate breakdown.
- TyramineNone
- SucroseNone
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- FructoseNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does rum affect?
rum is notable for Histamine and Salicylate.
Does rum contain Histamine?
rum contains moderate levels of Histamine. Distillation leaves the histamine behind in the still, so a clear spirit carries very little of it. The catch is the alcohol: ethanol blocks DAO, so it slows down the histamine you are clearing from everything else. The spirit is not the source — it is the handbrake.
Does rum contain Salicylate?
rum contains moderate levels of Salicylate. alcoholic beverages significantly worsen salicylate intolerance. Alcohol increases gut permeability, allowing more salicylates into the bloodstream, and it burdens the liver, delaying salicylate breakdown. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.