Appleton Estate 21 Year Rum
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Embark on a refined journey of taste with Appleton Estate 21 Year Rum, a masterpiece of aged Jamaican craftsmanship that exemplifies the art of distillation and maturation. With meticulous care and attention, this exquisite rum is aged for over two decades, resulting in a symphony of flavors that captivates the senses and elevates the spirit of any occasion.
Appleton Estate 21 Year Rum is a testament to the artistry and dedication of the Appleton Estate distillery. Crafted with precision and passion, this Jamaican gem is the culmination of over two decades of patient maturation, utilizing the finest sugarcane molasses as the base ingredient. The result is a spirit that embodies the essence of time and tradition, inviting you to savor the complexity of flavors that have been nurtured and refined over the years.
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Bottle details
| Type | Aged Rum |
|---|---|
| Brand | Appleton Estate |
| Origin | St. Elizabeth, Jamaica |
| Age | 21 years |
| Strength | 43% ABV (86 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | sugarcane molasses |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a 21-year-old Jamaican rum from Appleton Estate in St. Elizabeth, distilled from sugarcane molasses and bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof). Two decades of maturation show in the glass: the nose leads with rich oak, almond and warm molasses, and the palate weaves those notes together with dried fruit, brown sugar, hints of tropical fruit and baking spice. The texture is velvety and the finish long, which is exactly why we see it as a sipping rum first. It suits the whisky drinker curious about aged rum, the collector building a shelf of well-aged Caribbean spirits, and anyone who wants a genuinely special after-dinner pour. It can stand up in a stirred Rum Old Fashioned, but its layered character is easiest to appreciate neat, given time to open up. We carry it because a rum with a 21-year age statement offers a clear look at what long maturation does to Jamaican molasses spirit, and it rewards slow, attentive drinking.
Pairs well with
- Dark chocolate — The bitterness of dark chocolate draws out the rum's molasses, brown sugar and dried fruit sweetness.
- Almond biscotti — Toasted almond in the biscotti echoes the almond and oak that run through the nose and palate.
- After-dinner nightcap — Its velvety texture and long finish make it a natural slow pour to close out a memorable meal.
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What does Appleton Estate 21 Year Rum taste like?
What does Appleton Estate 21 Year Rum taste like?
Expect rich oak, almond and warm molasses on the nose, followed by a palate where oak and almond sweetness meet dried fruit, brown sugar, tropical fruit and baking spice. The texture is velvety, and the finish is long and satisfying.
What is the best way to drink it?
What is the best way to drink it?
It is built for sipping, so neat is the best way to taste its depth and complexity. If you want a cocktail, it works in a Rum Old Fashioned with sugar, aromatic bitters and an orange twist, or in a Classic Daiquiri with fresh lime and simple syrup.
What is it made from and where does it come from?
What is it made from and where does it come from?
It is distilled from sugarcane molasses by Appleton Estate in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, and carries a 21-year age statement.
How strong is it and what size is the bottle?
How strong is it and what size is the bottle?
Appleton Estate 21 Year Rum is bottled at 43% ABV, which is 86 proof, and comes in a standard 750 ml bottle.
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