The Whisky Jury Hampden Jamaica Rum HD
Fruity, complex, polarizing finish, limited release.
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The Jamaica Rum HD, distilled in 1990 by the Hampden Distillery, showcases a remarkable maturation of 32 years, offering a unique depth and complexity. Bottled by The Whisky Jury, this limited edition has an ABV of 53.1% and is noted for its potent aroma featuring pineapple, banana, and subtle berry notes. On the palate, it presents an earthy, tropical mix with unexpected whisk(e)y tones, inducing mixed reactions among enthusiasts. While some adore its fruity esters and balance, others find the finish too peaty. Collectors appreciate its limited availability with only 214 bottles in existence. RumX reviews highlight the diverse appeal and polarizing character within the rum community, making it a distinctive choice for adventurous spirits lovers.
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About the Hampden distillery
The Hampden distillery is located in Jamaica. Rums from Hampden have been reviewed 15,886 times with an average of 8.4/10.
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The balance was incredible. One of the best things (maybe the best one) in my glass during Salon du Rhum 2023. For me it’s hard to do better than this at this moment in my rum journey.
Little 1990 C<>H cross-tasting with 2x RA, RC Ed. 5, TWJ and TRC. Off to a good start with high intensity on the nose and palate delivering on all the good stuff the vintage has to offer. Nice. Then there comes the twist. I honestly couldn’t believe my taste buds at first - but there definitely is some whisky (lightly peated notes as well) on the finish. This is not extremely overwhelming, but, as a non-whisky enthusiast, I don‘t really enjoy this twist… this would have been a perfectly fine (even great imo) bottling without adding the whisky finish/maturation (?). So this is clearly in the last place for me.
Great nose with lots of freshness of ripe tropical and citrus fruits as well as sugary pastries and meringue. On the palate, the notes remain, but are flanked by a very present earthy note that reaches into the herbaceous and smoky. For me, this is somewhat disturbing, especially in comparison to other 1990 Hampdens, which are admittedly at an unusually high level.
I can't understand the good reviews. A typically good Hampden on the nose and initially on the palate, but a peaty whisky note develops on the finish, which I don't like at all. Did it have a whisky finish? A real shame!