Jamaica

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Jamaica is the third-largest island in the Caribbean. Originally home to the Taino people, the island came under Spanish rule in 1464 and was reconquered by England in 1655, becoming an essential source of sugar and rum; part of the region’s plantation economy. The Royal Navy relied on the island’s rum for their daily liquor rations! And although the country gained independence in 1962, the island’s rum is still the very essence of British-style sugarcane spirits. Rum here is dark, it can’t contain added sugar, and it’s notoriously aromatic. Jamaican rum has high amounts of esters, fruit aromas fondly known as “funk,” proper of slow fermentations, often relying on native yeast, and extended oak ageing. Adding “dunder” or the leftover deposits precipitated after distillation into the new batches is also typical in Jamaica and is the source of the spirit’s fragrant intensity and complexity. Large copper stills also play a role in the island’s sugarcane spirit. There are six major distilleries in Jamaica, led by Appleton State and Hampden Estate, and a GI or Geographical Indication protects the rum’s identity since 2016. The country’s rum quality is better than ever, especially for rum distilled and bottled on the island — a long-lasting tradition of blending (and adulterating) Jamaican rum overseas is still prevalent but now frowned upon. Dark, full-bodied and complex, there’s no doubt Jamaican rum has character. This might very well be the finest example of English-style rum: no added sugar and high ester levels make Jamaican rum crowd-pleasing delicious.

Popular rums from Jamaica

Velier Hampden Maverick 2024

RX21946   59%

"Classic Hampden nose, vibrant fruit, esters, smooth, nicely balanced."

8.6 (66)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumMaverick

CoR Hampden Jamaica Ed. 17 DOK

RX23917   2015   9yr   68,9%

"Unusually balanced, cask-driven DOK with subtle tropical funk."

8.4 (15)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Ed. 17 DOK

Habitation Velier Long Pond LMDW Singapore 15th Anniversary VRW

RX11914   2006   15yr   59%

"Complex Jamaican rum with tropical fruit notes."

9.0 (26)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumLMDW Singapore 15th Anniversary VRW

Habitation Velier Long Pond Selected by LMDW STC❀E

RX10639   2010   11yr   60%

"Boldly ester-rich, complex, limited Long Pond delight."

8.7 (40)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSelected by LMDW STC❀E

The Nectar Long Pond The Nectar Of The Daily Drams Jamaica TECA

RX17300   2022   1yr   65%

"Intense ester funk, ripe fruit, and hot youthful energy."

8.1 (52)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumThe Nectar Of The Daily Drams Jamaica TECA

Hampden Pure Single Jamaican Rum

RX11   8yr   46%

"Balanced funk, lots of fruit, classic Hampden gateway rum."

8.0 (585)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPure Single Jamaican Rum

Velier Papalin Jamaica High Esters

RX21813   2019   5yr   57%

"Pineapple-forward, balanced funk, great value—Jamaica in a glass."

8.0 (83)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPapalin Jamaica High Esters

Hampden Smith & Cross Traditional Jamaican Rum

RX43   3yr   57%

"Funky, bold, and bursting with overripe banana character."

7.8 (379)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSmith & Cross Traditional Jamaican Rum

Velier Long Pond Cambridge STC❀E

RX13414   2010   12yr   57%

"Classic ester bomb, tropical fruit and woody funk, very balanced."

8.7 (217)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumCambridge STC❀E

Top rated Jamaica rums

Bedford Park Hampden Single Barrel Jamaican Rum LROK

RX22687   2000   23yr   54,8%

9.7 (13)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSingle Barrel Jamaican Rum LROK

Juuls Vin & Spritis Long Pond Ping No. 9

RX703   1977   36yr   61%

9.5 (10)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPing No. 9

Samaroli Hampden Jamaica Single Cask <>H

RX1255   1993   21yr   65,60%

"Exceptional balance, fruity complexity, long-lasting delight."

9.4 (29)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Single Cask <>H

Distilia Long Pond The Sins Avarice by Robert Bauer

RX20715   1983   40yr   51,6%

"Complex, buttery, fruity—Jamaican rum harmony in every sip."

9.3 (99)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumThe Sins Avarice by Robert Bauer

Gordon & MacPhail Long Pond Jamaica Rum

RX1442   1941   58yr   50%

"Elegant, complex, and refined Jamaican rum delight."

9.3 (19)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Rum

Hampden RA Jamaica Rum HD HGML

RX7786   1989   31yr   67,60%

"Balanced, fruity Hampden with wild esters and creamy depth."

9.3 (67)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal Jamaica Rum HD HGML

Nobilis Hampden No. 2 C<>H

RX7933   1993   27yr   65,8%

"Killer nose, oily, funky, and beautifully integrated Hampden character"

9.3 (53)
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TRC Hampden Jamaica C<>H

RX892   1990   26yr   61,9%

"Intense, fruity, and estery - a rare masterpiece."

9.3 (24)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica C<>H

Distilia Long Pond The Golden Age of Piracy Charles Vane

RX12843   1983   38yr   52,5%

"Rich, complex, fruity Jamaican treasure."

9.2 (38)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumThe Golden Age of Piracy Charles Vane

Hampden RA HD (Whiskytempel) C<>H

RX11189   1993   28yr   61,9%

"Classic Hampden profile, fruity, complex, smooth."

9.2 (26)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal HD (Whiskytempel) C<>H

Hampden RA Jamaica High Ester Rum HGML

RX328   1983   35yr   58,9%

"Funky, tropical, creamy—exceptional balance for a 35-year rum."

9.2 (85)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal Jamaica High Ester Rum HGML

Hampden RA Jamaica Rum (HD Distillery) C<>H

RX7787   1990   30yr   57,8%

"Refined Hampden: fruity, balanced, complex, with subtle matured funk."

9.2 (63)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal Jamaica Rum (HD Distillery) C<>H

Hampden Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 05 Treasure Cask Jamaica C<>H

RX271   1990   26yr   60,4%

"Rich, fruity, and perfectly balanced Hampden rum."

9.2 (48)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRumclub Private Selection Ed. 05 Treasure Cask Jamaica C<>H

TRC Hampden Jamaica C<>H

RX8041   1990   30yr   55,6%

"Intense, rounded, and impressively balanced old-school Hampden."

9.2 (67)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica C<>H

Asmussen Old Jamaica Rum

RX14221   73%

"Historic rum with bold tropical and ester notes."

9.1 (13)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumAsmussen Old Jamaica Rum

Cave Guildive Hampden Jamaica Rum <>H

RX1117   1993   23yr   61%

9.1 (18)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Rum <>H

Clarendon Rum Sponge No. 20

RX15606   1997   25yr   63%

"Complex, fruity, elegant—expensive but exquisite."

9.1 (48)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Sponge No. 20

Famille Ricci Hampden HPDN (The Book Edition)

RX13336   1983   39yr   57,9%

"Aged complexity in tropical flavor harmony."

9.1 (14)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumHPDN (The Book Edition)

Fine Drams Clarendon Fine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB

RX16023   1997   23yr   68,5%

"Massive fruit, wood, and mint. Funky, evolving, never dull."

9.1 (78)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumFine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB

Habitation Velier Hampden C<>H

RX5340   2010   10yr   68,5%

"A funky, fruity beast. Balanced, complex, and classic Hampden."

9.1 (140)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumC<>H

Habitation Velier Hampden HGML

RX95   2010   9yr   62%

"Funky, fruit-heavy, and beautifully balanced—Jamaican rum at peak."

9.1 (101)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumHGML

Habitation Velier Hampden Single Cask Selected by LMDW <>H

RX5607   2010   9yr   69,2%

9.1 (13)
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Habitation Velier Long Pond TECA

RX247   2005   14yr   62%

"Intense funk, tropical fruit, and complex balance throughout."

9.1 (138)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumTECA

Hampden Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 32 C<>H

RX14100   1990   32yr   54,51%

"Super classic Hampden: intense, funky, fruity, balanced and complex."

9.1 (63)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRumclub Private Selection Ed. 32 C<>H

New Yarmouth S.B.S Jamaica

RX546   2005   12yr   67,2%

"Intense ester burst with fruity complexity."

9.1 (32)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumS.B.S Jamaica

Rum Albrecht Long Pond LPS

RX737   1993   17yr   53%

9.1 (12)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumLPS

The Whisky Jury Hampden Jamaica Rum C<>H

RX12648   1993   28yr   58,9%

"Intensely flavorful, complex, aged Hampden masterpiece."

9.1 (22)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Rum C<>H

The Whisky Jury Hampden Spiritsproject Rum from Jamaica C<>H

RX12618   1993   28yr   59,1%

"Complex, fruity, rare, with tropical and citrus notes."

9.1 (18)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSpiritsproject Rum from Jamaica C<>H

Velier Clarendon Exclusive for Guiseppe Begnoni EMB

RX674   1997   22yr   67,9%

"Intense tropical fruit, wood, spice, and bold complexity throughout."

9.1 (66)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExclusive for Guiseppe Begnoni EMB

Velier Clarendon Rum Sapiens Wedderburn MMW

RX7356   1984   35yr   69%

"Rich, complex, bold, with intense woodiness."

9.1 (37)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Sapiens Wedderburn MMW

Velier Clarendon Warren Khong Villa Paradisetto EMB

RX432   1995   24yr   67%

"Complex, fruity, woody, with great menthol and tannin structure."

9.1 (55)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumWarren Khong Villa Paradisetto EMB

Velier Hampden Warren Khong <H> <>H

RX88   2010   7yr   62%

"A high-ester, funky powerhouse with beautifully balanced tropical fruit."

9.1 (95)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumWarren Khong <H> <>H

Cadenhead‘s Long Pond IRW

RX3027   1986   18yr   68,3%

9.0 (11)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumIRW

CDI Hampden Jamaica HLCF

RX1022   1992   24yr   59,8%

"A wonderfully fruity and complex Jamaican rum."

9.0 (44)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica HLCF

CDI New Yarmouth Jamaica (Bottled for Denmark)

RX611   2005   12yr   65,2%

"Exceptional Jamaican funk; creamy, fruity, bold flavors."

9.0 (36)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica (Bottled for Denmark)

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Flavour profile of Jamaica

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Tropical fruit Ester Banana Pineapple

Taste

Tropical fruit Ester Woody Pineapple

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