The Rum Cask 1998 Jamaica 16yo 64.3% 500ml is a highly praised rum from the renowned Hampden distillery. Bottled in 2015, this 16-year-old rum is often referred to as "The Beast," reflecting its intense flavors and high alcohol content of 64.3% ABV. Despite its potency, the alcohol is well-integrated, resulting in a smooth and enjoyable drinking experience. The rum is a limited edition, making it a rare collectors' item. On the nose, it offers a vibrant and fruity bouquet dominated by notes of grilled pineapple, overripe mango, and sour cherries, complemented by subtle wood, herbal aromas, and a hint of acetone. The palate follows through with a complex combination of fruity esters, sweet pastry notes, oak, and more herbal undertones, making each sip an adventure in flavors. The finish is medium-long, leaving a lasting impression of tropical fruits and woody notes. Reviewers have consistently praised this rum for its intense aroma, balanced flavor profile, and overall high quality, often rating it around 90/100. It's a testament to Hampden's distillation prowess and The Rum Cask's excellent selection, capturing the essence of Jamaican rums.
Its intense flavors, high alcohol content of 64.3% ABV, and the 16-year aging process make it a rare and highly sought-after rum. The complexity of aromas and flavors, along with its smooth finish, set it apart.
This rum is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to fully appreciate its complex flavor profile. Due to its high ABV, it can also be a great addition to cocktails that call for a robust, flavorful rum.
The primary flavor notes include tropical fruits like pineapple and mango, citrus, sweet pastry, oak, and subtle herbal undertones.
Dried fruit, tropical fruit, esters, solvents, spicy
Dried fruit, citrus, funky, astringent, intense, creamy
Tropical fruit, woody
This rum is characterized by its intense, tropical fruit and spicy aroma, backed by a creamy texture and a lingering finish of woody notes.
The Rum Cask 1998 Jamaica 16yo is an extraordinary rum that successfully balances intense tropical fruit aromas with complex flavors of sweet pastry and oak. Despite its high ABV, the alcohol is well-incorporated, making it a smooth and enjoyable sip. This rum is a standout example of Hampden's distillation mastery, deserving of high praise and a place in any rum connoisseur's collection.
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