Velier Hampden The Younger (300cl) LROK 2016 5yr 47%
Fruity, fragrant Hampden delight with versatile appeal.
A Hampden rum with tropical, pineapple, and ester notes. Users appreciated its fruity aroma and balanced taste, making it ideal for sipping or cocktails.
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How does this rum taste?
- Vibrant tropical fruit aroma
- Well-balanced taste
- Versatile for cocktails
The "The Younger (300cl) LROK" is a distinctive rum produced at Jamaica's Hampden distillery, bottled by Velier. This 5-year-old rum, distilled from molasses using a pot still, features an ABV of 47% and is marked by its LROK classification. Users appreciate its vibrant tropical fruit nose with dominant pineapple and ester notes, complemented by a hint of solvents and traditional funk. The palate mirrors these notes with a round, tropical fruit character underscored by subtle solvent nuances. Well-regarded for its balance, it has been celebrated both on its own and as a mixer in cocktails such as Espresso Martinis and Kingston Negronis. Its complex yet accessible profile makes it a noteworthy choice for rum enthusiasts.
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About the Hampden distillery
The Hampden distillery is located in Jamaica. Rums from Hampden have been reviewed 14,341 times with an average of 8.4/10.
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Oliver
Jul 16, 2023
"Made top notch espresso martinis and Kingston Negronis at my wedding. 🥳🍸"
BTHHo 🥃
Jul 8, 2023
"In the glass, the rum has a golden color and a delicate aroma of mango, banana, pepper and varnish. The taste offers notes of pineapple, orange peel and cloves. I LOVE IT 😁"
Timo Groeger
Mar 31, 2024
"Um yes, a good Hampden, I love Hampden. A nice fruity note on the nose and palate. And that's about it. Very tasty in any case, the alcohol is well integrated, really very tasty. Top rum."
Michael Ihmels 🇩🇪
Apr 27, 2024
"Yes, finally another very tasty Hampden Velier. I think it's really very good for the price. Tastes slightly fruity, a bit like ester. Alcohol well integrated. I can recommend it at any time."