Appleton 15 Years Black River Casks
Most enjoy its smooth, woody‑caramel profile, balance and easy sipping character. Critics find it too diluted, a bit bitter and less characterful than Appleton 12. Consensus: solid, relaxed Jamaican starter.
Fans of smooth, gently woody rums who want an easy Jamaican with low funk and no added sugar, as a comfortable upgrade from basic column‑still or spiced rums.
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How does this rum taste?
Relaxed, woody Appleton step‑up sipper
If you like balanced, easy Appletons and want a slightly older, more oaky sip without extra sweetness, this fits—just don’t expect big funk or high intensity.
Lovers of high‑ester funk or cask‑strength power, and anyone seeking intense fruitiness or a big step up from Appleton 12 in complexity.
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About the Appleton Estate distillery
The Appleton Estate distillery is located in Jamaica. Rums from Appleton Estate have been reviewed 3,334 times with an average of 8.0/10.
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Very well rounded and balanced rum. I was worried it would be too woody but the oak is matched with spice, esters, and subtle sweetness without too many tannins. Terrific mouthfeel.
Very shy nose, no texture and very short finish. Dilution simply kills it. What the use to release a 15 years old that got less character than the previous 12?
Some of the most beautiful spirit I’ve tasted. A very relaxed and easy going rum. An ideal evening sipper.
Nice and unagitated, very pleasing, super Jamaica beginner.