Craftsmanship & Sensory
Nicolas Kröger is far more than just an influencer – he’s one of the most prominent spirits experts and master blenders in the German-speaking world. As founder of the Wagemut brand and passionate specialist in distillation and barrel maturation, he has made it his mission to make the world of rum accessible and, above all, honest for you.
From Bar Pro to Visionary
With solid training in top-tier hospitality and years of experience behind the bars of renowned establishments (including Rum Depot Berlin), Nicolas brings a deep understanding of sensory perception and craftsmanship. His approach is direct and uncompromising: quality and transparency come first. On his YouTube channel “Wagemut”, he captivates a huge community with deep insights into production, honest reviews, and his legendary focus on the best value for enjoyment.
Why Nicolas Kröger & RumX?
Nicolas Kröger and RumX unite two worlds that share a common passion: the perfect rum moment. While Nicolas shares essential expertise in his videos and puts bottles to the test, RumX offers you the digital home for your tasting notes.
Discover the World of Wagemut
Whether it’s his own bottlings like the famous PX Cask or his analytical tastings of market leaders and hidden gems – Nicolas Kröger classifies, evaluates, and inspires. On this page, you’ll find all his expertise directly linked to the matching rums in our database.
My goal is to never take customers for fools. Absolute honesty and understanding what's in the glass – that's what counts.
