Swell de Spirits Hampden POP’ Series N°1 (Inter Caves France)

Complex, fruity, with a hint of spice.

Complex aroma profile
Balanced flavor
Limited edition appeal
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This limited-edition Jamaican rum features delightful tropical aromas and a rich palate of pineapple and licorice, complemented by woody undertones and low ester content.

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    How does this rum taste?

    The POP’ Series N°1 by Inter Caves France is a limited-release Jamaican rum from the Hampden distillery, selected by Swell de Spirits. Distilled in 2012 and aged for 11 years, this cask-strength rum offers a complex profile with prominent notes of banana, pineapple, and tropical fruit, backed by vanilla and esters. On the palate, pineapple and licorice stand out against woody and olive undertones. Notably low in ester, it surprises with its blend of fruit and subtle spice, attracting both newcomers and loyal enthusiasts. Some find the finish short but appreciate its layered, evolving character. While its alcohol content is high, experienced drinkers enjoy exploring its subtleties. Perfect for adventurous drinkers, this exclusive release comprises only 318 bottles, making it a collector's gem.

    Aroma

    Banana Pineapple Tropical fruit Vanilla

    Taste

    Pineapple Olive Woody Ester

    How is this rum rated?

    8.3/10 29 reviews
    Top 39% Jamaica

    I couldn't find out anything about the marque right now, but certainly low-medium ester level. On the nose, the pop is more on the spicy side with allspice, cask, but also fruit base, baking spices and pineapple. Spicy and tasty on the palate. Overall, no wow effect, but a tasty and relaxed sipper.

    Leckerer Low Ester Hampden. Eine wunderschöne Nase mit tollen (und Hampden untypischen) Noten vom Apfel-Birne mit Karamell, Vanille und hell gebackenem Mürbteig, welche sich zu Banane und Ananas gesellen. Dazu noch etwas Lack. Am Gaumen dann das gleiche Bild, allerdings tritt das Gebäck leider etwas in den Hintergrund. Apfel und Karamell bleiben aber.

    #4670 25.03.2024 Relaxing while my first vacation day comes to an end. Nose Fresh, light roasted wood, fruity, ester, light olive. Palate Light roasted wood, fruity, ester,light olive, floral, light anise, medium dry. Finish Medium long, wood, light roasted, pineapple, light anise, medium dry, light salty. The empty glass has some dried fruit, light coffee and faint toffee.

    Ein sehr guter low Ester Hampden. Wenig Früchte, eher adstringierend. Ich würde auf OWH tippen. Hat Ähnlichkeiten zu einem Clarendon.

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX18405
    ABV
    59,1%
    Vintage
    2012
    Bottled
    2023
    Made from
    Molasses
    Age
    11 years
    No. of bottles
    318
    Bottle volume
    50cl
    Price range
    <250€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Swell de Spirits • Hampden 2012 &nbsp; 11yr &nbsp; 59,1% POP’ Series N°1 (Inter Caves France)

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    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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