The Kill Devil Hampden Single Cask 35yo is a limited-release rum with only 198 bottles available, making it a true rarity for rum connoisseurs. Crafted at Jamaica's renowned Hampden distillery, this high-quality rum has been aged for an impressive 35 years, with much of the ageing taking place on-site and some in Scotland. Produced from molasses using a pot still and marked with an enchanting HGML designation, this rum boasts an ABV of 58.1%.
Bottled by Hunter Laing for its Kill Devil series, this rum offers vibrant aromas of tropical fruits, including mango and guava, as well as hints of leather and liquorice. The palate delivers notes of sweet pear-drops, ripe bananas, and cloves, followed by overripe pineapple and toasted oak. The finish is long and dry, with gentle waves of tobacco smoke.
The complex and well-balanced profile features intense and concentrated aromas of pineapple, woody notes, glue, banana, and vanilla. These aromas are perfectly matched by its rich flavors of pineapple, oak, sweetness, banana, and overripe fruits. The extraordinary age of the rum is evident in its smooth texture, making it a true pleasure to savor.
This 35-year-old Jamaican rum is truly a collector's item, distilled in 1983 and aged for 35 years in casks before being bottled in 2019. Its pot still distillation process and lengthy ageing period contribute to its remarkable character and complexity.
The ABV of this rum is 58.1%.
Only 198 bottles were produced, making it a highly limited release.
This rum was aged both on-site at the Hampden distillery in Jamaica and in Scotland.
The primary flavor notes include pineapple, oak, sweet banana, and overripe fruits.
This rum was bottled by Hunter Laing for its Kill Devil series.
Overall: This rum offers a concentrated and complex profile, bursting with tropical fruits, earthy notes, and a touch of sweetness.
Reviewers laud the Kill Devil Hampden Single Cask 35yo for its exceptional age and intricate flavor profile. Intense and concentrated aromas are complemented by a smooth and well-balanced palate that includes fruity, woody, and sweet notes. Despite its high price tag, enthusiasts find it worth every penny, appreciating its richness and the beautifully integrated woody notes. The rum is described as incredibly round and smooth, with a long, well-rounded finish that evolves beautifully over time.
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