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Fine Drams Clarendon Fine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB 1997 23yr 68,5%

RX16023 Excellent Pot Still Rum Single Cask 336 bottles Under 250€
“Exquisite Jamaican rum with balanced fruity funk, intense and delightful.”

Discover the exquisite Fine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB, a limited release of only 336 bottles boasting a delightful balance between fruity flavors and tropical wood influences. Produced at the famous Clarendon distillery in Jamaica, this 23-year-old rum has been distilled from molasses using a pot still, giving it an exciting and elevated taste profile. Aficionados and rum enthusiasts will appreciate the captivating, complex aroma that features a hint of Jamaican funk, gum, and adhesive associations. On the palate, the Fine Old Clarendon Rum delivers an intensive, well-rounded taste experience with a touch of funkiness, perfectly complemented by tannins that round off the flavor seamlessly. Savor the well-integrated, high ABV of 68.5% that offers a warming sensation, and the perfect harmony of ripe fruits, almond, and a faint rubber note. As you explore the taste further, the gentle addition of water reveals an even more impressive balance of flavors, fully unleashing the essence of old tropical Clarendon rums. The lingering finish is a touch bitter but maintains the delectable fruitiness that fans of Jamaican rums crave. Don't miss out on the chance to try the Fine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB, an excellent representation of 1990s Clarendon rums and a must-have for your rum collection. Experience the taste of Jamaica and celebrate the exceptional craftsmanship of this remarkable bottling.

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How does this rum taste?

An intense Jamaican gem with fruity, spicy, and woody flair. Bold yet balanced, its high ABV packs a punch, softened slightly with water. A complex palate pleaser with lingering funky finish. A must-try for aficionados.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Tropical fruit Woody Vanilla Strong Glue Complex

Taste

Barrel Spicy Tropical fruit Funky Strong FullBodied

Finish

Spicy Bitter Tropical fruit Chocolate Barrel Brown sugar

Community reviews

9.1/1071 ratings
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9.0/10

“Very intense pleasure - but with a Clarendon with these key data, this was not to be expected otherwise. The taste shows fully ripe as well as fresh tropical fruits, mint, pepper, olive, barrel influences...the list of flavors to be found grows with every sip. Impressive, already one of the highlights of 2023!”

Aroma

Kiwi Mango Lime Yellow fruits Minty

Taste

Mango Kiwi Passion fruit Unknown Lime
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9.2/10

“Excellent. The old tropical clarendon which is of a very high level. The nose is top, nice balance between very ripe fruits, almond and a hint of rubber that tends to fade with aeration. On the palate, the 68° stings a bit and tends to make less room for the other aromas. I liked it better with a little bit of water. The profile is pretty much in line with the nose I think. We are here at a very high level, for a hundred euros for 35cl, the kind of bottling to take if you like these old tropical clarendons. Let's salute here the bottler because the format is a great idea and makes the product affordable and more available. Good for them.”

Aroma

Fermented Tropical fruit Strong Woody Almond

Taste

Tropical fruit Almond Barrel Rubber
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9.3/10

“Tasting compared with Colours of Rum Clarendon N°2.This is more fruity in comparison and has more Jamaica funk, again I have the association with Long Pond. Palate: less bitter and more fruity, the high alcohol content is very well integrated. Overall very balanced, a little funkyness and glue is also present and is well rounded by the tannins.In the aftertaste it becomes a little bitter but the fruitiness is not lost. This rum is in direct comparison less bitter, fruitier and does not have as much alcoholic sharpness. The origin from Jamaica is more noticeable. I like excellent and a tad better than the Colours of Rum Clarendon N°2.For me, the best Clarendon from the 90s so far.”

Aroma

Funky Bourbon Vanilla Fermented Tropical fruit

Taste

FullBodied Strong Barrel Spicy Mocha

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Distillery
Bottler
RumX ID
RX16023
ABV
68,5%
Category
Pot Still Rum
Vintage
1997
Cask number
#432893
Mark
EMB
Made from
Molasses
Distillation
Pot Still
Age
23 years
No. of bottles
336
Bottle volume
35cl
Price range
Under 250€
Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

102 €
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About the Clarendon distillery

The Clarendon distillery is located in Jamaica. Rums from Clarendon have been reviewed 3,431 times with an average of 8.2/10.


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