Appearance: Old gold like a vintage Sauternes

Nose: Deep sweet notes of esters, banana and sugar cane, clean and distinct like only a great rum from Jamaica can be. Unmistakable

Palate: Hot and sapid at the beginning, gradually developing spice and tang, with a hint of husk, well balanced between vanilla and spices

Finish: Very persistent, sweet and aromatic, with clear notes of molasses, and a dry finish of wood and smoke

Comment: The ships, Sir Drake, navy rum, this “grand old man” brings back memories from when rum was “real” rum; “no compromise”