The English Harbour Reserve 10yo is a smooth and tropical rum, representative of its Caribbean origin with predominant sweet and floral aromas. Coconut, dried fruit, roasted apple, cinnamon, vanilla, and other spices along with a subtle coffee note delight the palate. This complex flavor profile comes from a blend of 10 to 25-year-old rum varieties. The amber-colored blend can be enjoyed either neat or in cocktails.
The rum has an expressive nose with relatively atypical aromas. Honey, tobacco, and vanilla are present and dominant, with more subtle notes of rubber and tar adding interesting complexity. The attack is soft, and the alcohol is discreet, although this rum is dry. The rubber and tar notes become more pronounced on the palate.
English Harbour is a top-quality molasses-based rum distilled by The Antigua Distillery, named after a town on the island briefly inhabited by Horatio Nelson during the 18th century. This rum has been matured in ex-bourbon barrels for at least 10 years, developing rich aromas of demerara sugar, thick molasses, smoke, fudge, and dried fruit. These are complemented by notes of tropical fruits, cigar box, honey, and freshly-brewed espresso coffee throughout the palate.
The finish is relatively long with smoky and burnt aromas. A slight note of very ripe banana is noticeable, and liquorice appears after a while. The rum is distilled from molasses and aged for over a decade in selected bourbon casks, with some of the rums even aged for up to 25 years. The result is a refined and elegant spirit with a unique personality, offering a rich and complex tasting experience.
The molasses used is sourced from the Dominican Republic and Guyana.
After distillation, the rum is aged in ex-bourbon barrels made of American oak, which are charred. To enhance the oak taste, a handful of oak chips is added to each barrel.
Yes, the rum's complex flavor profile makes it suitable for both cocktails and being enjoyed neat.
The rum features aromas of honey, tobacco, and vanilla, with a palate rich in demerara sugar, thick molasses, smoke, fudge, dried fruit, tropical fruits, cigar box, honey, and freshly-brewed espresso coffee.
The finish is relatively long with smoky and burnt aromas, a note of very ripe banana, and liquorice.
Opinions on the English Harbour Reserve 10yo vary. Some reviewers find the nose to be somewhat sharp and stringent, with notes of lacquer, tobacco, and tar. However, the taste is generally better received despite being somewhat thin for a 40% ABV rum. Others appreciate the sweet, fruity nose with hints of caramel and tobacco, and a palate that is light, complex, and balanced with a medium to long finish featuring a pleasant wood/vanilla sensation. Some opinions also note the rum's dry and oaky characteristics, making it a versatile and enjoyable drink. Overall, it’s a well-regarded rum, though opinions vary based on personal taste.
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