The Bristol Classic Rum 1999 Port Morant Demerara 16yo 46% 700ml is a remarkable rum that takes you on a journey to the heart of the Caribbean. This exceptional rum was distilled in 1999 at the renowned Port Mourant Distillery in Guyana and aged for 16 years, resulting in a complex and intriguing aroma. The rum is carefully selected and bottled by Bristol Classic Rum, boasting an ABV of 46%, ensuring a robust and intoxicating experience.
The nose of this rum is typical of its still, featuring very ripe exotic fruits, a hint of stone, a touch of copper, and almond paste. The spices are light and delicate, with a subtle smokiness that results in a clear and freshly fruity profile. The entry into the mouth is smooth and fluid, with very ripe exotic fruits providing substantial body, and the spices tingling slightly, reminiscent of curry, nutmeg, or cloves.
This rum is distilled in the historic Port Mourant wooden still, one of the oldest in the world, dating back to 1732. Although the Port Mourant distillery has since been closed, the still has been transferred to the Diamond distillery. The rum is aged in oak barrels for 16 years and was bottled in 2015.
On the palate, the rum is balanced and smooth, with a surprising contrast between the nose and the palate. The latter reveals an underlying vinosity of ruby port, Madagascar vanilla, coconut, quince, grape, muscat, citron, and kirsch. Aeration brings forth wilder elements, with the fruit more closely linked to copper and oxidation. The quince mingles with rustic apple in a more radical, sharper register, which even includes a touch of salty olive brine.
In summary, the Bristol Classic Rum 1999 Port Morant Demerara 16yo 46% 700ml is a complex and intriguing rum that offers a symphony of tastes, featuring a balance of tropical fruits and a slight astringency, resulting in a warm and dry finish with anise-tinged wood.
The primary aromas include honey, peaches, pastries, litchi, and a notable alcoholic scent.
The taste profile includes ester, green apple, apricot, plum, and peaches.
The finish is characterized by burnt, rubbery notes.
While the rum offers a complex flavor, some reviewers have noted that it is not perfectly balanced and can be slightly alcoholic with astringent or bitter notes due to the predominance of wood flavors.
This rum is well-suited for those who appreciate more complex, dry rums with a distinct woody character. It is less suitable for those seeking sweeter, more balanced rums.
Overall: The Bristol Classic 1999 Port Morant Demerara 16yo offers a complex and multifaceted flavor profile, characterized by sweet and spicy notes, tropical fruitiness, and hints of honey and oak.
The Bristol Classic 1999 Port Morant Demerara 16yo 46% 700ml has a complex and intriguing nose with earthy-herbal notes, licorice, and anise, alongside raisin, wood, and leather. However, the taste can be quite intense and slightly imbalanced, with noticeable astringency and bitterness due to the wood dominance. The palate offers hints of tropical fruits but lacks some smoothness. The finish is warm and dry with anise-tinged wood, making it appealing to those who enjoy more complex and dry rums, though it might not satisfy everyone due to its pronounced woody profile and slight alcoholic taste.
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