Bristol Classic Rum 1985 Long Pond Jamaica 37yo 49.5% 700ml is a rare and well-aged rum originated from the renowned Long Pond Distillery in Jamaica, meticulously crafted and bottled by Bristol Classic Rum. Distilled in 1985 and matured for an impressive 37 years, it offers a truly unique tasting experience. With double maturation—12 years in Jamaica and 25 years in the UK—this rum boasts a rich and intricate flavor profile. The aroma is filled with enticing notes of tropical fruits like banana, lime, mango, and pineapple, all enveloped by a surprising and pronounced sweetness. On the palate, it unveils a harmonious blend of fruity sweetness and creamy, buttery textures, albeit with a slightly thin mouthfeel. Vanilla, roasted flavors, leather, and a touch of spice further complement the profile. The finish is dry and lengthy, leaving lingering impressions of vanilla, brown sugar, mocha, peppery spice, caramel, and cocoa. While some connoisseurs praise its balance of sweetness and fruitiness, others note that it could benefit from greater complexity and depth. Priced at around €595, it represents a premium choice, particularly appealing to those favoring sweeter and fruit-forward rums. However, it may not fully satisfy those seeking a more robust and intricate flavor journey.
The ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of this rum is 49.5%.
This rum was aged for 37 years, with 12 of those years in Jamaica and the remaining 25 years in the UK.
The rum features prominent notes of tropical fruits, sweetness, vanilla, roasted flavors, and a hint of spice.
While it offers a unique and enjoyable profile, it might not fully meet the expectations of connoisseurs seeking more complexity and depth.
Tropical fruit, mango, lime, banana, pineapple, creamy, buttery, spicy, woody.
Sweet, slightly thin, burnt sugar, vanilla, roasted flavors, leather, tropical fruit.
Dry, lingering notes of vanilla, brown sugar, mocha, peppery spice, caramel, cocoa.
The Bristol Classic Rum 1985 Long Pond is a complex and elegant Jamaican rum, delivering a unique interplay of tropical fruitiness, pronounced sweetness, and subtle woody notes. Despite its slightly thin mouthfeel, it remains a delightful and sophisticated sipping experience.
As a rum enthusiast with a penchant for well-aged spirits, I find the Bristol Classic Rum 1985 Long Pond to be both intriguing and delightful. Its tropical fruit nose and pronounced sweetness make for an inviting profile, although the thin texture and lack of depth may leave some wanting more. Nevertheless, this rare gem from Long Pond Distillery offers a pleasurable journey through over three decades of aging, making it a worthy addition to any rum aficionado's collection, albeit at a premium price.
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