Saint James 1885

Saint James 1885 offers a rich tapestry of vanilla, marmalade, and toffee flavors, celebrated for its historical significance and complex, memorable tasting experience.

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Legendary taste of history, complex and memorable.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Historical significance
    • Complex flavor profile
    • Rich vanilla aroma

    Saint James 1885 is a historical rum from Martinique, celebrated for its complex aromas and tastes. Distilled from sugar cane juice using a column still, its fragrance features vanilla, marmalade, and toasted notes, while the palate reveals toffee, chocolate, and a harmonious complexity. Enthusiasts appreciate its multi-layered sensory experience and historical significance, often described as a legend among spirits. Some have remarked on its unique oak influence that doesn't overshadow its flavorful profile. Overall, it's a distinguished rum that captures a bygone era with artisanal production techniques distinct from contemporary methods. Reviews praise its historical value and memorable sensory journey, making it a gem for rum aficionados and collectors.

    Aroma

    Vanilla Woody Marmalade Roasted

    Taste

    Complex Leather Cedar wood Cigar

    How is this rum rated?

    9.0  / 10  (11 reviews)
    Top 6% Martinique
    Top 3% Saint James

    "A piece of history. Intense and multi-layered on the nose and palate. A real experience!"

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    9.0 / 10
    Review by: Oliver

    "Yesterday we had a great evening in my friends man-cave. Lots of laughter and wonderful rums. The oak is also dominant in this one though not too heavy to damage the other elements. A great and heavy rum. "

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    9.4 / 10
    Review by: Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

    "A very good rum for the time, we taste especially a moment of history with manufacturing processes different from those of today."

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    8.5 / 10
    Review by: Benoit Bail

    "wenn man dem Jahrgang Respekt zollen möchte, kann man ihn etwas höher bewerten"

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    8.5 / 10
    Review by: Stefano Caroni
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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX1609
    Category
    Rhum Agricole
    Vintage
    1885
    Made from
    Sugar cane juice
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Bottle volume
    100cl
    Price range
    250€+
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Saint James 1885 1885

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    About the Saint James distillery

    The Saint James distillery is located in Martinique. Rums from Saint James have been reviewed 3,943 times with an average of 8.1/10.

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