Indulge in the exquisite craftsmanship of **Appleton Estate 21 Year Old Rum**, a luxurious sipping rum that embodies the spirit of Jamaica. Expertly aged for at least 21 years in specially selected American oak barrels, this rare blend showcases extraordinary complexity and balance, orchestrated by Master Blender Joy Spence. Its radiant copper hue invites you to savor a symphony of flavors, including warm vanilla, rich caramel, orange peel, and hints of espresso and chocolate, with a smooth oak and spice finish. Perfectly suited for refined palates, Appleton Estate 21 Year Old is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks, offering an unparalleled tasting experience with every sip. With its elegant presentation and limited production, this rum is a must-have treasure for connoisseurs and collectors alike.
Appleton Estate 21 Year Old Rum is a rare blend of rums, each aged for a minimum of 21 years in hand-selected American oak barrels. Its unique flavor profile includes notes of orange peel, vanilla, nutmeg, coffee, cocoa, and brown sugar, resulting in a smooth and complex sipping rum experience. Only 12,000 bottles are produced annually, making it a luxurious and limited-edition product.
This rum is best enjoyed neat or with a single ice cube in a snifter to fully appreciate its complex flavors and aromas. While it is versatile, mixing it in cocktails is generally discouraged as it is considered a premium sipping rum.
It offers a rich and complex taste profile with flavors of brown sugar, fudge, toffee, orange peel, nutmeg, vanilla, and clove. The finish is long and dry with lingering notes of cocoa, espresso, and allspice, making it an exceptional treat for connoisseurs.
It is produced at the Appleton Estate, located in the lush Nassau Valley of Jamaica. The estate is one of the oldest rum producers in the Caribbean, with a history of rum-making dating back to 1749.
Joy Spence, the world’s first female Master Blender, oversees the production of Appleton Estate rums. Her skill ensures consistency in flavor and quality across all batches, despite the natural variations in aging and blending.
This rum stands out for its guaranteed minimum 21 years of aging, its blend of pot and column still rums, and its meticulous production process. It is also made using proprietary yeast and limestone-filtered spring water, giving it a distinctive character and depth of flavor.
It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 43% or 86 proof, making it a moderately strong spirit that retains its balance of rich flavors.
Jamaica’s warm tropical climate accelerates the aging process, allowing the rum to develop complex flavors more intensively than in cooler climates. During this time, the rum interacts with the barrel wood more actively, enhancing its depth and complexity.
Yes. Appleton Estate follows strict aging standards, and the age statement represents the youngest rum in the blend. In the case of the 21 Year Old Rum, all components are aged for at least 21 years, with some even recasked for additional aging.
While the Appleton Estate 12 is often celebrated for its value, the 21 Year Old Rum offers a significantly more refined and complex experience. It is primarily aimed at collectors and connoisseurs looking for a special occasion rum.
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