The S.B.S 2001 Guyana Diamond SWR Skeldon William Ross Cask Strength 53.2% 700ml is a single barrel selection rum crafted by 1423 World Class Spirits. Distilled from molasses in 2001 at the historic Diamond Distillery in Guyana, this rum is a remarkable release as it originates from the now-defunct Skeldon Distillery, once located along the Corentyne River bordering Suriname. Skeldon rum is renowned for its unique flavor profile, and despite the Diamond Distillery continuing to produce similar styles, Skeldon bottlings remain exceedingly rare. This cask strength rum, bottled in February 2021, boasts an ABV of 53.2% and is presented in a 700ml bottle. Limited to just 178 bottles, this rum was not chill-filtered and contains no additives, making it a true cask strength expression of this elusive and desirable Skeldon rum. The SWR "mark" on the bottle signifies its production at the Skeldon William Ross estate, named after the founder of the original plantation. It was distilled using one of the Savalle columns at the Diamond Distillery, which is currently owned by Demerara Distillers Limited. The S.B.S 2001 Guyana Diamond SWR Skeldon William Ross Cask Strength delivers a robust, toasted flavor profile with hints of sweetness, balancing nutty notes with flavors of oak, coffee, molasses, char, and dark chocolate. When allowed to breathe, the nutty flavors are enhanced, and the oak evolves into a softer, vanilla character, making it an exceptional sipping experience.
This rum is unique due to its origin from the now-closed Skeldon Distillery, a highly sought-after source for rare and distinct rums. Additionally, it is a cask strength expression, unfiltered and without additives.
Only 178 bottles of this limited edition rum were produced, making it an exclusive and rare find for collectors and connoisseurs.
The SWR mark indicates that this rum was produced from the Skeldon William Ross estate, named after the founder of the original plantation.
This rum was aged in a single barrel, allowing for a concentrated and unique flavor profile to develop over the years.
This rum was distilled at the Diamond Distillery in Guyana, utilizing one of the Savalle columns.
Aroma: Sherry, dried fruit, toffee, vanilla, roasted elements
Taste: Sherry, vanilla, burnt sugar, chocolate, spice, creamy texture
Finish: Long, lingering, toffee, vanilla, bitter notes, spice
Overall: The S.B.S. Guyana SWR is a complex and nuanced rum with a pleasing combination of sweetness, bitterness, and woodiness, making it a delightful and sophisticated choice for rum enthusiasts.
This rum has been highly praised for its smooth, fruity profile that avoids excessive sweetness. It offers a delectable balance of dark roasted notes and sweetness, making it an enjoyable and complex spirit. Some reviewers have noted a slight bitterness in the finish but appreciate the unique, round, and mature flavor profile. The S.B.S. Guyana SWR stands out for its complex character, with elements of dark chocolate, red fruit, and baking spices, making it a high-class representative of the current Demerara rums. It is often compared favorably against other top-tier Guyana rums like the El Dorado Skeldon 2000 and Enmore 1994, highlighting its excellence among rum aficionados.
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