{"product_id":"tea-rum-a-fabien-gridel-board-game","title":"Tea \u0026 Rum - A Fabien Gridel Board Game","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTrade Winds and Tense Decisions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's a moment in every good trading game when the market shifts just as you were about to cash in — and suddenly your careful plan needs a rethink. Tea \u0026amp; Rum captures exactly that feeling, wrapping the cutthroat economics of colonial-era maritime trade in a game that moves quickly but rewards sharp thinking. Every voyage feels like a gamble worth taking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Fabien Gridel, Tea \u0026amp; Rum drops players into the bustling trade routes of the age of sail, where fortunes are built on shrewd dealing in the two commodities that fuelled empires: tea and rum. Players manage their merchant operations — securing cargo, reading the market, and racing to turn the biggest profit before the game draws to a close. The mechanics are lean and purposeful, with each decision carrying real weight. There's no busy-work here; every action either builds your position or opens a gap for your rivals to exploit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe game earns its place at the table through a clever push-and-pull between timing and opportunity. Knowing \u003cem\u003ewhen\u003c\/em\u003e to sell is just as important as knowing \u003cem\u003ewhat\u003c\/em\u003e to buy, and the market reacts to what players do — meaning no two sessions play out the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTea \u0026amp; Rum plays best as a sharp, focused game for two to four players who enjoy games with meaningful choices and a competitive edge. It sits comfortably in the medium-light range — easy enough to teach in a single sitting, but with enough strategic texture to keep experienced players engaged. It's a strong pick for game nights where you want something faster than a full-evening commitment but more satisfying than a filler. Couples and small groups will find it especially compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe production brings the theme to life with artwork that evokes the romance and grit of the open seas — taverns, harbours, and weathered merchant vessels that make the setting feel lived in. The card and component quality suit the game's brisk pace, keeping turns moving and the table uncluttered. Gridel's design philosophy shows in the box: nothing superfluous, everything functional, and a ruleset that respects your time without sacrificing depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlayers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Player Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlay Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45–75 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium-Light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLanguage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnglish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Boreal Gaming \u0026 Cards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68029311909976,"sku":"09610417","price":74.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/4980\/8728\/files\/db7a383d91f747c9aee6e6939eb213b7_0.webp?v=1793224770","url":"https:\/\/borealgaming.com\/products\/tea-rum-a-fabien-gridel-board-game","provider":"Boreal Gaming \u0026 Cards","version":"1.0","type":"link"}