Appleton Estate Signature Blend Jamaica Rum is a fruit-forward expression from the Nassau Valley, crafted with Jamaican limestone-filtered water. This versatile blend of pot and column still rums, aged for an average of 4 years, showcases dried apricot, fresh peach, and sweet molasses with no added flavours.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Beautiful harvest gold and amber colour with remarkable clarity and brilliance, displaying the hallmarks of quality Jamaican rum craftsmanship and careful blending.
Aroma
The nose reveals a fruit-forward bouquet with vibrant aromas of dried apricot and fresh peach, complemented by a subtle hint of sweet molasses. Undertones of vanilla, tropical fruit, and warm spices add complexity, whilst the limestone-filtered water contributes exceptional purity and balance to the aromatic profile.
Palate
Medium-bodied and approachable, the palate delivers on the aromatic promise with generous flavours of dried apricot, ripe peach, and molasses. The blend of pot and column still rums creates excellent balance between fruit character and subtle oak influence, with notes of caramel, vanilla, and gentle spice. The finish is serene and smooth, mirroring the elegant opening with lingering fruit notes and a clean, satisfying conclusion that showcases the craftsmanship of this versatile Jamaican rum.
Pairs With
This versatile rum is excellent neat, on the rocks, or in classic cocktails such as rum punch or mojitos, and pairs beautifully with grilled pineapple, coconut desserts, banana fritters, jerk chicken, barbecued ribs, tropical fruit salads, caramel flan, and dark chocolate.
