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Hamilton “Mission Exclusive” 8 Year Old DDL Wooden Coffey Still Single Barrel #16244 Cask Strength 67% Rum 2012 750ml
One of three Guyanese single barrels we purchased from rum pioneer Ed Hamilton, each from a heritage still at Diamond Distillery, this 8 year old 67% ABV rum comes from the famed wooden Coffey still from the old Enmore distillery. Built out of greenheart wood, which was used to build ships back in the day, the towering twin columns look like two giant pieces of Jenga with their criss-crossing planks that originally date back over 140 years, without the addition of sugar or additives, and at full proof, is a dream for many rum nerds out there. This expression shows lemongrass and ginger on the nose with a healthy dollop of vanilla. The first sip brings a mouthful of sweet cane, lots of bright, fruity goodness exploding in your mouth like candy Pop Rocks at 134 proof. It’s not just a fascinating spirit, it’s a historical one, to boot! Consider this an educational experience in addition to being an enjoyable one!
