Appleton Estate V/X Jamaica Rum is an exceptional blend of several rums of varying types between five and ten years old. The rums have been hand-blended and then placed in large oak vats for several months to allow the character, flavour and bouquet to fuse together. This results in a fuller, more rounded product. As the flagship brand of the Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum family¸ Appleton Estate VX Jamaica Rum is the embodiment of the distinctive rums for which the Appleton Estate is renowned. Born on the Appleton Estate¸ home of the finest rums in the world since 1749. This full bodied medium-sweet rum boasts a warm golden colour¸ a rich aroma and an exceptionally smooth taste. Enjoy Appleton Estate VX on the rocks¸ in sophisticated rum cocktails¸ blended long drinks or with your favourite mixer.
Appearance: Tawny amber colour- the colour of the lightest grade A maple syrup – clear with no hazing separation or floating sediments. Long legs develop on swirling.
First Impression: Redolent floral bouquet, caramelized molasses, spicy nutmeg odours mixed with oak and a whiff of char. Buttery, spicy notes .
Taste: Complex entry – dry nut like note mixed with sweet notes of molasses and a touch of sulfer. Nutty dryish finish- medium long.
Cigars: An Ashton or Credo would be a nice match.
Final Thoughts: A decent, solid rum. Good choice if you are starting to explore better rums. Excellent choice for a around the house casual rum.
Bottle/Packaging: All of Appletons better rums come in the same slightly pinch waisted bottle with a recessed paper medallion- vaguely similar to a brandy bottle especially Portuguese brandy bottles. The labels, neck collars and medallions are of course different. In the case of the VX bottles the colour is red.
Our Way: Mix with Lemonade (coke drowns the taste of this rum) in a tall glass with ice. Relax and enjoy.
