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Hampden Rum Fire Velvet Overproof 63%

RX620 Good Pot Still Rum <50€
“Powerful, funky, fruity Jamaican cocktail star.”

Rum Fire Velvet Overproof is a Jamaican rum distilled at Hampden using molasses and a pot still, boasting a potent 63% ABV. Highly regarded for its balanced yet intense profile, this clear rum reveals a bold nose of glue and esters with fruity undertones. Many users appreciate its versatility in cocktails, noting its fruity, estery taste with hints of banana and floral notes. Ideal for those seeking a powerful and complex cocktail base that delivers the classic Jamaican funk without overwhelming sharpness. This rum's unique character and creamy, sweet finish make it popular among adventurous mixers, despite it being somewhat harsh for neat sipping.

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Where can I buy this rum?

1 shop offer available for 12.90:

Highlights

  • Intense estery aroma
  • Versatile mixability
  • Complex flavor profile

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How does this rum taste?

Rum Fire Velvet Overproof offers a balanced yet intense profile, dominated by glue and esters on the nose, with a fruity, creamy taste perfect for cocktails.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Glue Ester Fruity Vegetal Funky Apple

Taste

Fruity Ester Banana Floral Creamy Citrus

Finish

Warm Dry Herbal Smoky Spicy Plum

Community reviews

7.5/1027 ratings
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8.5/10

“It tastes very much like the Rum Fire so I believe it’s probably the same rum in another bottle. This bottling was for the European market I’ve heard. The finish is rather long. Overall it’s funky, potent, complex and powerful without being too pungent.”

Aroma

Fruity Pungent Funky

Taste

Fruity Banana Pineapple Citrus Peppery
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7.0/10

“Pure unexpectedly balanced. Comes in cocktails determined very well.”

Aroma

Fruity Ester Pineapple Funky

Taste

Fruity Ester Citrus
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7.3/10

“Some funk and vegetal notes on the nose. Surprisingly sweet on the palate with a fruity finish.”

Aroma

Vegetal Grass Glue Ester Funky

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Distillery
RumX ID
RX620
ABV
63%
Category
Pot Still Rum
Made from
Molasses
Distillation
Pot Still
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
<50€
Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

12 €
Ø Market value

Community purchase statistics

The RumX community has already added 75 bottles to their collections:

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20

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19

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52%

Open rate

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About the Hampden distillery

The Hampden distillery is located in Jamaica. Rums from Hampden have been reviewed 12,080 times with an average of 8.5/10.


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