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Appleton Estate 21-Year-Old Rum

Size: 750ml

Wine Enthusiast: 98

Wine Enthusiast: 98

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"A rare blend of some old finest aged rums in the world which aged 21 years at least. They bring their own single characteristics and together form a true harmony. Appleton Estate 21 Year Old Jamaica Rum is a smooth sipping luxury rum that will please the palate of even the most discerning liquor connoisseur. The result is a powerful yet delicate rum with remarkable finesse and aromatic complexity. Appleton Estate 21 Year Old is a rum that has come of age and is destined to be enjoyed neat in a snifter all over the world. Possesses a coppery/tawny hue with excellent purity. The nose is powerful with delicate citrus, spice, nutty and woody notes that are derived from the sugar cane as well as developed naturally during the fermentation, distillation and ageing processes. On the palate, mellow orange peel, deep vanilla, rich nutmeg, almond, warm coffee and cocoa notes. The finish is long, brown sugar-like and dry. Delicious and unique." —producer
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Size750ml
ABV43.00 %
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Spirits CountryJamaica
Spirits TypeRum
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"This gorgeous copper-hued rum seems to shift flavors with every sip, encouraging contemplation. It starts with dry notes of espresso and bittersweet chocolate, then morphs into dark, mouthwatering brown sugar, toffee and clove, before easing into a spiced finish reminiscent of chai tea with a hint of white peach." —Kara Newman, Wine Enthusiast Magazine

"This gorgeous copper-hued rum seems to shift flavors with every sip, encouraging contemplation. It starts with dry notes of espresso and bittersweet chocolate, then morphs into dark, mouthwatering brown sugar, toffee and clove, before easing into a spiced finish reminiscent of chai tea with a hint of white peach." —Kara Newman, Wine Enthusiast Magazine

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