The Swell de Spirits 2007 Long Pond Jamaica 15 Year Old rum is a refined expression of the renowned Long Pond distillery, situated in the parish of Trelawny, Jamaica. This particular distillery is renowned for its distinct and complex rum profiles. Located just a few kilometers from another famous distillery, Hampden, Long Pond has a storied history in rum production. This exceptional rum was bottled by Swell de Spirits in collaboration with The Emotion Distillers, who are also responsible for the exquisite label design on all Swell de Spirits bottles.
This rum boasts a rich and pastry-like flavor profile with delightful notes of cherry liqueur, frangipane, prunes, and raisins, accentuated with a subtle hint of copper. The mid-palate is lively and concentrated, offering flavors of molasses, olive oil, green olive brine, resin, and toasted oak, which extend into nuances of coffee. With aeration, the flavors evolve, revealing a jam-like quality with hints of orange marmalade, apricot, lemon peel, guava, and another layer of copper. Over time, the flavor profile becomes even more pastry-like, presenting a harmonious blend of tropical fruits and woody undertones.
In typical Jamaican fashion, a solvent-like aroma melds into a backdrop reminiscent of an orchard where peaches have fallen, and tree trunks ooze with sticky resin. A nearby olive tree contributes to the complexity with its heavy fruit. This unique rum was bottled without reduction in April 2022, and it is a limited edition, with only 367 bottles available. The rum's natural color remains untouched as it has not been cold-filtered, preserving its authentic character.
No, this rum is not a typical Long Pond. It is very fruity with little ester, which is unlike the usual high ester rums from Long Pond.
This rum has a complex flavor profile that includes tropical fruits, spices, wood, banana, vanilla, and pastries, with underlying notes of molasses, olive oil, resin, and coffee.
It is recommended to let the rum breathe for about 20-30 minutes to allow the full spectrum of flavors to emerge. Adding a drop of water can also help to mellow the high ABV, making it more approachable without losing its richness.
There were only 367 bottles produced, making it a limited edition release.
The ABV of this rum is 68%, making it a very robust and potent spirit.
Overall: The Swell de Spirits 2007 Long Pond Jamaica 15 Year Old rum offers a robust and well-balanced experience, showcasing the unique character of Jamaican rum with its distinctive combination of tropical fruit, spice, and woody notes. This rum is both complex and evolving, making it a delightful choice for rum aficionados.
This release from Swell de Spirits has been met with a warm reception. Reviewers appreciate its atypical profile for a Long Pond rum, highlighting its rich, fruity, and slightly low ester nature. The aromas and flavors are complex, offering tropical fruits, spices, and woody notes that evolve with time. While some find the high alcohol content a bit overpowering, many agree that it is well integrated and adds to the rum's character. Overall, this bottling is considered a strong release, surprising even seasoned Long Pond fans with its unique and enjoyable profile.
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