Jamaica

Jamaica: discover the high‑ester soul of Jamaica rum and Caribbean terroir

Iconic high‑ester funk
Rich pot still heritage
Intense tropical maturation

Welcome to RumX’s gateway to Jamaica, where heritage pot stills, long wild fermentations, and tropical maturation create rum with unmistakable “funk.” Expect ripe banana, grilled pineapple, solventy esters, baking spice, and cocoa wrapped in a warm island embrace. If you’re wondering what rum from Jamaica tastes like, think bold aromatics and a confidently dry, characterful finish.

Powered by our community of enthusiasts, RumX lists 2,478 Jamaican expressions backed by 42,022 reviews and a strong 8.3/10 median rating. From Hampden’s ester-driven bottles to Appleton Estate’s balanced blends and Worthy Park’s modern classics, the island’s rums earn praise for intensity, value, and personality—perfect for neat pours, Mai Tais, and adventurous palates.

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Bottle of The Nectar Clarendon The Nectar Of The Daily Drams Unaged Rum MLC

The Nectar Clarendon The Nectar Of The Daily Drams Unaged Rum MLC

7.7 (12)
45 €
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Popular rums from Jamaica

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Bottle of The Nectar Clarendon The Nectar Of The Daily Drams Unaged Rum MLC

The Nectar Clarendon The Nectar Of The Daily Drams Unaged Rum MLC

7.7 (12)
45 €
RX7547
Bottle of Hampden Great House (Distillery Edition 2020)

Hampden Great House (Distillery Edition 2020)

Balanced tropical funk with creamy finish

8.7 (318)
159 €
RX11
Bottle of Hampden Pure Single Jamaican Rum

Hampden Pure Single Jamaican Rum

Approachable Jamaican funk with banana and spice

8.0 (592)
60 €
RX21813
Bottle of Velier Papalin Jamaica High Esters

Velier Papalin Jamaica High Esters

Pineapple-funk with standout value

8.0 (90)
60 €
RX11980
Bottle of Hampden Pure Single Jamaican Rum Classic HLCF

Hampden Pure Single Jamaican Rum Classic HLCF

Funky tropical fruit with cocktail-star power

8.3 (221)
72 €
RX17317
Bottle of Velier Long Pond Cambridge STC❤️E

Velier Long Pond Cambridge STC❤️E

Balanced ester funk with tropical fruit

8.8 (128)
249 €
RX272
Bottle of Habitation Velier Worthy Park WPL

Habitation Velier Worthy Park WPL

Tropical fruit, balanced heat, easy sipper

8.5 (136)
93 €
RX17342
Bottle of CoR Hampden Jamaica HD <>H

CoR Hampden Jamaica HD <>H

Funky pineapple with a salty twist

8.6 (50)
203 €
RX21812
Bottle of Velier Papalin Jamaica High Esters

Velier Papalin Jamaica High Esters

Approachable Jamaican funk with fresh tropical fruit

7.9 (55)
50 €

Top rated Jamaica rums

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Bottle of Bedford Park Hampden Single Barrel Jamaican Rum LROK

Bedford Park Hampden Single Barrel Jamaican Rum LROK

9.6 (15)
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RX1255
Bottle of Samaroli Hampden Jamaica Single Cask <>H

Samaroli Hampden Jamaica Single Cask <>H

Exceptional balance, fruity complexity, long-lasting delight.

9.4 (30)
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RX20715
Bottle of Distilia Long Pond The Sins Avarice by Robert Bauer

Distilia Long Pond The Sins Avarice by Robert Bauer

Buttery tropical elegance, impeccably balanced

9.3 (102)
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RX1442
Bottle of Gordon & MacPhail Long Pond Jamaica Rum

Gordon & MacPhail Long Pond Jamaica Rum

Elegant, complex, and refined Jamaican rum delight.

9.3 (21)
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RX7786
Bottle of Hampden RA Jamaica Rum HD HGML

Hampden RA Jamaica Rum HD HGML

Balanced high-ester Hampden with endless pineapple

9.3 (70)
903 €
RX7933
Bottle of Nobilis Hampden No. 2 C<>H

Nobilis Hampden No. 2 C<>H

Explosive tropical Hampden, superbly balanced

9.3 (55)
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RX892
Bottle of TRC Hampden Jamaica C<>H

TRC Hampden Jamaica C<>H

Intense, fruity, and estery - a rare masterpiece.

9.3 (25)
1,508 €
RX12843
Bottle of Distilia Long Pond The Golden Age of Piracy Charles Vane

Distilia Long Pond The Golden Age of Piracy Charles Vane

Rich, complex, fruity Jamaican treasure.

9.2 (40)
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RX328
Bottle of Hampden RA Jamaica High Ester Rum HGML

Hampden RA Jamaica High Ester Rum HGML

Balanced aged Hampden funk with pineapple

9.2 (89)
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RX7787
Bottle of Hampden RA Jamaica Rum (HD Distillery) C<>H

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

Balanced, fruity C<>H with creamy power

9.2 (65)
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RX271
Bottle of Hampden Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 05 Treasure Cask Jamaica C<>H

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

Tropical power, remarkably balanced

9.2 (50)
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RX703
Bottle of Juuls Vin & Spritis Long Pond Ping No. 9

Juuls Vin & Spritis Long Pond Ping No. 9

9.2 (13)
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RX8041
Bottle of TRC Hampden Jamaica C<>H

TRC Hampden Jamaica C<>H

balanced pineapple and cream funk

9.2 (68)
802 €
RX14221
Bottle of Asmussen Old Jamaica Rum

Asmussen Old Jamaica Rum

Historic rum with bold tropical and ester notes.

9.1 (13)
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RX1117
Bottle of Cave Guildive Hampden Jamaica Rum <>H

Cave Guildive Hampden Jamaica Rum <>H

9.1 (20)
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RX15606
Bottle of Clarendon Rum Sponge No. 20

Clarendon Rum Sponge No. 20

Balanced, fruity Clarendon with long finish

9.1 (48)
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RX16023
Bottle of Fine Drams Clarendon Fine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB

Fine Drams Clarendon Fine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB

Powerful, fruity Clarendon with long finish

9.1 (79)
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RX5340
Bottle of Habitation Velier Hampden C<>H

Habitation Velier Hampden C<>H

Funky tropical power, beautifully integrated

9.1 (145)
600 €
RX95
Bottle of Habitation Velier Hampden HGML

Habitation Velier Hampden HGML

Explosive tropical fruit, beautifully balanced esters

9.1 (102)
Sold out
RX247
Bottle of Habitation Velier Long Pond TECA

Habitation Velier Long Pond TECA

Intense, fruity TECA with long finish

9.1 (142)
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RX11189
Bottle of Hampden RA HD (Whiskytempel) C<>H

Hampden RA HD (Whiskytempel) C<>H

Classic Hampden profile, fruity, complex, smooth.

9.1 (30)
398 €
RX14100
Bottle of Hampden Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 32 C<>H

Hampden Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 32 C<>H

Intense pineapple funk, beautifully balanced

9.1 (65)
393 €
RX546
Bottle of New Yarmouth S.B.S Jamaica

New Yarmouth S.B.S Jamaica

Intense ester burst with fruity complexity.

9.1 (33)
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RX737
Bottle of Rum Albrecht Long Pond LPS

Rum Albrecht Long Pond LPS

9.1 (12)
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RX12648
Bottle of The Whisky Jury Hampden Jamaica Rum C<>H

The Whisky Jury Hampden Jamaica Rum C<>H

Intensely flavorful, complex, aged Hampden masterpiece.

9.1 (23)
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RX12618
Bottle of The Whisky Jury Hampden Spiritsproject Rum from Jamaica C<>H

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

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

9.1 (20)
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RX674
Bottle of Velier Clarendon Exclusive for Guiseppe Begnoni EMB

Velier Clarendon Exclusive for Guiseppe Begnoni EMB

Explosive fruit, seamless power

9.1 (68)
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RX7356
Bottle of Velier Clarendon Rum Sapiens Wedderburn MMW

Velier Clarendon Rum Sapiens Wedderburn MMW

Rich, complex, bold, with intense woodiness.

9.1 (42)
836 €
RX432
Bottle of Velier Clarendon Warren Khong Villa Paradisetto EMB

Velier Clarendon Warren Khong Villa Paradisetto EMB

Tropical fruit meets minty oak

9.1 (62)
990 €
RX88
Bottle of Velier Hampden Warren Khong <H> <>H

Velier Hampden Warren Khong <H> <>H

Explosive tropical funk, long dry finish

9.1 (102)
600 €
RX3027
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Long Pond IRW

Cadenhead‘s Long Pond IRW

9.0 (11)
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RX5147
Bottle of CDI Hampden Jamaica (Bottled for Hongkong) HGML

CDI Hampden Jamaica (Bottled for Hongkong) HGML

9.0 (11)
790 €
RX1022
Bottle of CDI Hampden Jamaica HLCF

CDI Hampden Jamaica HLCF

Balanced, fruity Hampden with long finish

9.0 (48)
Sold out
RX611
Bottle of CDI New Yarmouth Jamaica (Bottled for Denmark)

CDI New Yarmouth Jamaica (Bottled for Denmark)

Exceptional Jamaican funk; creamy, fruity, bold flavors.

9.0 (37)
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RX12557
Bottle of Clarendon Flensburg Rum Company The Bottle Shop EMB

Clarendon Flensburg Rum Company The Bottle Shop EMB

Complex, potent Jamaican rum with balanced intensity.

9.0 (41)
217 €

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8.3/10
42,022 reviews

Flavour profile of Jamaica

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Tropical fruit Ester Banana Pineapple

Taste

Tropical fruit Ester Woody Banana
RumX community voice

RumX users rate Jamaica highly at 8.3/10, celebrating vivid ester aromas, tropical fruit, and serious character. Crowd favorites include Hampden’s Pure Single Jamaican Rum (including Overproof), Smith & Cross for value-packed “funk,” and Appleton 12 Rare Blend for balance and approachability. Great House vintages draw praise for depth, while some blends read smoother and less estery—ideal for beginners. Overall: big flavors, strong community love, and standout versatility.

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