The Islay Rum Company, located in the charming town of Port Ellen, proudly presents its first-ever small-batch rum, Geal. This full-bodied and flavorful Scottish rum, bottled in 2022, draws inspiration from the rich rum traditions of Haiti and Jamaica. The name 'Geal,' derived from Gaelic, signifies purity, clarity, and luminosity, reflecting the essence of this remarkable spirit. With an ABV of 45% and crafted in limited quantities of just 2,500 bottles, this unaged rum is perfect for both sipping neat and serving as the foundation for classic cocktails like the daiquiri or rum and coke.
Handcrafted at the Old Lemonade Factory distillery, Geal is distilled using a copper pot and double retort still, staying true to traditional Caribbean distillation methods. This meticulous process results in a rum with a captivating flavor profile, rich with notes of toffee, cookies, coconut, almond, butterscotch, white chocolate, blueberries, peach yogurt, and cream. Subtle hints of pepper, liquorice, paper, and a touch of sea salt add depth and complexity to the experience.
The Isle of Islay, renowned for its high-quality and maritime-influenced Scotch whisky, now proudly introduces one of the first rums ever produced on the island. This limited-edition release is a rare gem, with only 2,500 bottles available, making it a truly unique find for any rum aficionado.
In summary, The Islay Rum Company's Geal is a small-batch, full-bodied, and flavorful rum inspired by the rums of Haiti and Jamaica. Its Gaelic name, Geal, meaning purity, clarity, and luminosity, perfectly encapsulates the essence of this unaged rum. Whether enjoyed neat or as the base of a classic cocktail, Geal is a handcrafted masterpiece distilled in a copper pot and double retort still. This limited-edition rum is a must-try for any discerning rum enthusiast.
This is the first small-batch rum produced by The Islay Rum Company, inspired by Haitian and Jamaican rums and distilled using traditional Caribbean methods on a copper pot and double retort still.
Only 2,500 bottles of this limited-edition rum were produced, making it a rare find.
The Islay Rum Company is located in Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Scotland.
The Islay Rum Company 2022 Geal Inaugural is a remarkable debut from a region traditionally known for its whisky. The combination of Caribbean-inspired flavors and traditional Scottish craftsmanship results in a delightful and complex rum that is both rare and exceptional. Highly recommended for collectors and rum enthusiasts alike.
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