Appleton Jamaica Independence Reserve 1962

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The "Jamaica Independence Reserve" was produced in Jamaica at the Appleton Estate distillery. It was distilled in 1962 from Molasses and then aged for 50 years. The rum has an ABV of 45%. This is a limited release and there are only 800 bottles. 11 community members rated this rum with an average of 8.4/10. The rum smells like Oak, Vanilla and Cinnamon, and on the palate there is Complex, Dark chocolate and Caramel.

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Details about this rum

Country
Distillery
RumX ID
RX4362
ABV
45%
Vintage
1962
Made from
Molasses
Age
50 years
No. of bottles
800
Bottle volume
70cl
Appleton Estate 1962   50yr   45% Jamaica Independence Reserve

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    How does this rum taste?

    Aroma

    Oak Vanilla Cinnamon Citrus

    Taste

    Complex Dark chocolate Caramel Cocoa

    How is this rum rated?

    Rating (0-10)
    8.4/10 11 reviews
    Top 32% Jamaica
    Top 26% Appleton Estate

    A once in a lifetime experience. Though very expensive I recommend trying if you get the chance.

    Great rum with nice sweet nuts wood taste. But why 45%??? Its like when you put great sirup in glass of water

    Good rum ! But very expensive for what it offers

    Chocolate rum for 300.

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    About the Appleton Estate distillery

    The Appleton Estate distillery is located in Jamaica. Rums from Appleton Estate have been reviewed 3,068 times with an average of 8.0/10.

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    Avg Rating: 8.0/10
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