The Hamilton 2005 St Lucia US Import 9yo 67.4% 750ml is a compelling rum from the esteemed Saint Lucia Distillers. Crafted from molasses and distilled in October 2005 using a 2000-litre Vendome Pot Still, this rum has been meticulously aged for over 9 years in ex-bourbon barrels, culminating in its bottling in 2015. The result is a dark burnished gold rum with an ABV of 67.4%, part of the Ministry of Rum Collection by Ed Hamilton, a notable figure in the rum community.
Upon pouring, the rum reveals an oily texture and an initial burst of aromas including acetone, rubber, and pear drops. These scents evolve into more complex notes of oak, wet cardboard, smoke, and medicinal hints. The palate is greeted with a dry, spicy entry marked by tannic qualities, and flavors such as chocolate, honeycomb, florals, and peppery oak. A touch of water unveils a deeper profile with syrupy oat flapjacks, tropical fruit, liquorice, and leather, leading to a long, tannic finish with hints of sticky dates.
This rum's powerful nose, complex palate, and fierce yet balanced finish make it a standout. Its vibrant tropical fruit and overripe aromas, alongside a pungent, funky, ester-rich flavor profile, offer an adventurous and multifaceted tasting experience. A must-try for any rum enthusiast, it exemplifies the quality and diversity of St. Lucian rums, standing as a potential competitor to renowned rum-producing regions like Barbados, Jamaica, and Guyana.
This rum is distilled using a 2000-litre Vendome Pot Still and aged for over 9 years in ex-bourbon barrels. It boasts a high ABV of 67.4% and a complex flavor profile rich in esters and tropical fruit notes.
Many reviewers have noted that the Hamilton 2005 St Lucia Rum has a similar funk and ester-rich profile to Jamaican rums like those from Worthy Park or Hampden, with a fierce and complex character.
The Hamilton brand is part of the Ministry of Rum Collection by Ed Hamilton, a well-respected figure in the rum community, known for curating exceptional rums from around the world.
Tropical fruit, overripe, varnish, ester, pungent
Funky, ester, menthol, peppery, full-bodied
Ester, dry, orange, nail polish, spicy, minty
This rum offers a complex and multifaceted flavour profile, characterized by tropical fruit sweetness, earthy notes, and peppery warmth, with a lingering sweetness and spicy finish.
The Hamilton 2005 St Lucia US Import 9yo rum is a remarkable expression of St. Lucian rum-making prowess. Its intricate balance of tropical fruit, esters, and oak, combined with a robust ABV, delivers a fierce yet nuanced experience. A superb rum that deserves a place in any enthusiast's collection.
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