The Colours of Rum 1998 Batch No.3 HD Jamaica Edition No.6 is a rare and limited release of just 255 bottles, distilled in 1998 at the renowned Hampden Distillery in Jamaica. This extraordinary 23-year-old rum is a single cask, cask-strength bottling at 61.9% ABV, showcasing the essence of 100% pot still Jamaican rum. Aged for 23 years on the continent in a former rum cask, this rum results in a complex and ester-rich profile.
Hampden Distillery is celebrated for its traditional use of dunder or muck in the fermentation process, creating a distinctive and funky flavor profile. This particular bottling boasts a high concentration of esters, ranging from 500 to 700 gr/hlpa, embodying the unique and complex "funk" that Jamaican rums are famous for.
The Colours of Rum series is crafted by Wealth Solutions, a Polish company known for offering exceptional products such as whisky, cognac, wine, and rum from around the world. This release promises a bold and delightful drinking experience for rum connoisseurs, with an aromatic profile that includes tropical fruit, ester, funky, dry, and rubber notes. The flavor palette features tropical fruit, funky, barrel, spicy, and varnish elements.
Although it may not be the most unique in its category, this rum offers a well-rounded and enjoyable drinking experience, with a rich and ester-laden profile that is sure to impress. Priced at around €220 for a 700ml bottle, it is a premium offering that will be appreciated by those who savor fine spirits.
This rum has an ABV (alcohol by volume) of 61.9%.
Only 255 bottles were produced, making it a rare and limited edition.
This rum was distilled at the Hampden Distillery in Jamaica.
This rum was aged for 23 years on the continent in a former rum cask.
The flavor profile includes tropical fruit, funky, barrel, spicy, and varnish notes.
Overall: The Colours of Rum 1998 Batch No.3 HD Jamaica Edition No.6 23yo 61.9% 700ml offers a complex and nuanced flavor profile characterized by tropical fruit notes, esters, and a hint of funkiness.
The general consensus among reviewers is that this rum offers a nice ester profile with lots of fruit and a medium roasted wood profile. While it has a balanced relationship between fruit, sweetness, wood, esters, and alcohol, some found the alcohol integration lacking. Many appreciated the complexity and funkiness, but felt it fell short of being truly exceptional, particularly for its price. Overall, it is viewed as a good Hampden rum, but not a standout, especially when compared to other 1998 vintages.
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