Hampden Estate Rum / 70cl

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Adjoining the main building are the ageing rooms and the large “pool” where they produce the pure sugar cane vinegar which, added at the fermentation stage, gives Hampden rum its unique and unmistakable aromatic bouquet. This punchy and vibrant overproof Rum is brimming with tropical and vegetal notes with a high ester style.

If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published. Despite the name here, this spirit is surprisingly elegant while possessing an undeniable intensity as well. The banana only really comes in with the taste along with the typical Hampden flavours hiding under the most pronounced burn, the burnt tyres, and an oily-ness, all moving into a long finish. She had a wealth of knowledge about Jamaica's interesting history, as well as the rum making process.

Enjoyed either immediately – like gin – or after many decades of barrel ageing – like Cognac or whisky. This is in great part due to an extremely high level of esters achieved by a very long, complex process. On this tour you will: - Travel through the rural Jamaican countryside, pass sugar cane fields, and enjoy the magnificent landscape and views. Its light taste and unique balance means that it can be mixed with light flavours such as mint and lime without either dominating them or disappearing in them.

Some of the data that are collected include the number of visitors, their source, and the pages they visit anonymously. It's based in Trelawny, a stone’s throw from the Cockpit Country, where they have been distilling rum for 265 years.Affirming an authentic and natural character, Hampden Estate 46% is a proud representative of Pure Single Jamaican Rums. Aged for a minimum of 7 years in the tropics after a long, natural fermentation, this blend of 100% traditional Pot Still marks is characterised by a high ester profile and tropical notes. Gentle spice with a touch of candied lemon - once past the fruit there's so much going on with the spice and dark smokiness. Overall Steve was amazing, the experience was great, and DH says way better than Appleton tour (I’ve never been).