The Bristol Classic 2003 Demerara 12yo is a distinguished rum bottled by Bristol Spirits, hailing from the renowned Diamond Distillery in Guyana. This rich and well-aged spirit was distilled in 2003 and bottled in 2015 after approximately 12 years of meticulous aging. With an ABV of 43% and a volume of 700ml, this rum embodies the essence of Guyana’s rum-making tradition, encapsulating a complex bouquet and a multifaceted taste profile.
The nose on this rum is quintessentially Guyanese, initially modest but gradually revealing a refined and intricate bouquet. Early notes include orange and grapefruit, transitioning into laurel, rosemary, verbena, and a subtle hint of chartreuse. As the rum breathes, heavier notes of green olive in brine, blackberry jam, and almost-fermented exotic fruits emerge. Despite its robust character, the rum maintains a rounded profile, with resinous, vegetal notes adding depth.
On the palate, the texture is smooth, yet the vegetal notes become more pronounced, adopting a sharp and metallic edge with a hint of burnt and industrial character reminiscent of heated metal. Charcoal notes from the boiler introduce aromatic resins, which seamlessly lead to sweet almond and ripe exotic fruits.
The finish is characterized by powerful, heavily charred wood and a touch of sulfur, with lingering spicy and floral notes that evoke heather. This rum boasts a complex and opulent profile with a strong resistance to oxidation, offering a harmonious balance of macerated fruits and spices in alcohol, sweetness, and wood maturity.
This rum is aged for approximately 12 years.
The rum was distilled at the Diamond Distillery in Guyana.
The Bristol Classic 2003 Demerara 12yo was bottled in 2015.
The alcohol by volume (ABV) of this rum is 43%.
Each bottle contains 700ml of rum.
This rum is bottled by Bristol Spirits.
Some reviewers have noted that the Bristol Classic 2003 Demerara 12yo can feel slightly thin with a medicinal and tobacco-heavy character. However, its complex layers and rich flavors make it a distinctive choice for rum enthusiasts.
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