The Plantation 1996 HJC Extreme No.3 Jamaica LP 22yo rum is a rare and exceptional product, distilled in 1996 at the Long Pond Distillery using the famous John Dore still, which infuses it with characteristic pot still aromas. The "marks" regulate the intensity and non-alcoholic particles in the rum. The Long Pond Distillery is renowned for producing multiple rums, and this particular Plantation - 1996 Extreme Jamaica 22 years old has the HJC mark, indicating an ester level of 345 gr/hlap (hectolitre of pure alcohol). These esters impart rich, flavorful, and spicy notes.
This rum was first matured in bourbon casks for 21 years and then for another year in Ferrand casks in France. It is the third release in the Extreme series, a collection of limited-edition rums bottled by Maison Ferrand in August 2018. This numbered bottling is highly sought after, with only 2,121 bottles available, making it a true collector's item.
Upon aeration, the rum's concentration and oxidation are emphasized, giving the impression of a thick, viscous liquid with a muscat, banyuls, or even vin jaune-like character. The aroma is exotic, tropical, and full-bodied, with sweet, sticky fruits releasing heavy, syrupy, and honeyed droplets. The taste is robust and spicy, with a hint of oak and powerful stone fruit notes, such as cherries and plums. The finish is long, with lingering flavors of stone fruit, oak, and spice.
Overall, the Plantation 1996 HJC Extreme No.3 Jamaica LP 22yo rum is a complex, well-balanced, and flavorful spirit, ideal for sipping and enjoying slowly. Its limited availability and high quality make it a desirable collectible for rum connoisseurs and enthusiasts.
This rum is unique due to its 22 years of maturation, first in bourbon casks and then in Ferrand casks, its high ester level of 345 gr/hlap, and its limited release of only 2,121 bottles.
The rum is distilled at the Long Pond Distillery in Jamaica using the John Dore still.
The HJC mark indicates the ester level in the rum, which is 345 gr/hlap. This gives the rum its rich, flavorful, and spicy notes.
The ABV of the Plantation 1996 HJC Extreme No.3 Jamaica LP 22yo rum is 56.2%.
The rum comes in a 700ml bottle.
Reviewers have praised the Plantation 1996 HJC Extreme No.3 Jamaica LP 22yo rum for its complex and well-balanced profile. The nose features very ripe fruit, wood, vanilla, and caramel, while the palate offers sweetness, fruitiness, and spiciness. Some tasters noted that the alcohol quickly gives way to very ripe fruit, creating a pleasant and fragrant experience. The finish is long and features lingering flavors of stone fruit, oak, and spice. While some found it a bit too spicy and dry, others appreciated its balance and intensity, making it a standout in the 1996 Plantation Extreme bottlings. Overall, it is considered a superb and elegant rum with a fascinating mix of tropical fruits, spice, and wood notes.
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