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Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum

750ml & 126 Proof

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Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum is a Rum hailing from Jamaica.

What is Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum?

Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum is a powerhouse spirit that's essential to Jamaican culture, used in everything from cocktails to cooking and even traditional medicinal remedies. This clear, high-proof rum is so deeply woven into the fabric of Jamaican life that it's often referred to as "Whites" or even "the Holy Spirit," and it's estimated that over 90% of rum consumed in Jamaica is Wray & Nephew White Overproof.

Why do we love Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum?

Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum is a powerhouse spirit that captures the essence of Jamaica in every sip, boasting a whopping 63% ABV that packs a serious punch. This unaged rum is a cornerstone of Jamaican drinking culture, used in everything from traditional remedies to the island's famous rum punch, and its intense tropical fruit notes and grassy funk make it an irreplaceable ingredient in classic tiki cocktails like the Zombie and Mai Tai.

How do you drink Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum?

Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum shines brightest in tropical punch-style cocktails, where its potent flavor and high proof can be balanced with fresh fruit juices and spices. While it's not typically sipped neat or on the rocks due to its strength, this rum is perfect for warm-weather gatherings, beach parties, or backyard barbecues, pairing wonderfully with spicy jerk chicken, grilled seafood, or fruity desserts that complement its intense character.

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Nose: Sharp ethanol sting, followed by ripe banana, coconut, and pineapple. Sugarcane sweetness and vanilla notes emerge. Subtle hints of green herbs and white pepper.

Palate: Intense alcohol heat. Tropical fruit flavors dominate - overripe banana, fresh pineapple, and coconut flesh. Molasses sweetness balanced by grassy, vegetal notes. Underlying spiciness with black pepper and ginger.

Finish: Long, warming finish. Lingering tropical fruit sweetness fades to dry grassiness. Peppery spice and alcohol heat persist. Faint nutmeg and clove notes appear at the tail end.

Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum is crafted using a blend of pot and column still distillates from fermented molasses, resulting in its distinctive high-proof character. What's particularly intriguing about the production process is that it's bottled straight from the still without aging, allowing the raw, intense flavors of the fresh distillate to shine through in the final product.

  • Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum is so popular in Jamaica that it's often referred to as "the uncle" by locals. It's used in everything from religious ceremonies to christening new homes, making it a cultural icon beyond just a spirit.

  • Despite its potent 63% ABV, Wray & Nephew is the base for Jamaica's national cocktail, the "Rum Punch." The drink is so beloved that there's a common rhyme to remember the recipe: "One of sour, two of sweet, three of strong, and four of weak."

  • During World War II, the British Navy gave a daily ration of Wray & Nephew to Jamaican soldiers, believing it would help them stay warm and boost morale. This "rum ration" tradition continued until 1970, making Wray & Nephew a part of military history.

    • Main Ingredient: Sugarcane
    Country of Origin: Jamaica

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    • Randy
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      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      5 Stars

      Best rum ever

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    • Alexander S.
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      Age Range 25 - 34
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      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      Worth The Hype

      I was a little wary of the legendary status of Wray & Nephew rum after trying many rums suggested by others and finding them to be not worth the hype. I am very proud to say that this rum delivers in every way it has ever been described and boasted about. Decently smooth with a lot of funk and burn, and laden with the taste of ripe banana. The flavor of ripe banana is not subtle. You will smell it and you will definitely taste it and it tastes delicious.

      Paired with a grapefruit soda (I do not have access to Ting, but Mexican Squirt and Jarritos work well in a pinch) it makes a very refreshing beverage that is quick and simple while not overpowering any of the flavors of the rum.

      I highly recommend this rum and hope you can find a bottle and it is in stock because it is worth having.

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    • Bright F.
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      I recommend this product
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      Got me into rum

      I didn’t quite understand how to make a rum drink I liked until a friend into tiki drinks gave me a bottle of this as a housewarming gift. This stuff is so tasty and easy to work with, it’s near impossible to make a bad tasting drink with it.

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    • Brandon P.
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      I recommend this product
      Age Range 25 - 34
      I'm More Into: Cocktails AND Sipping
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Rum
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      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      Most funky rum ever

      It really is a shame it seems to have gone up in price, really loved this back when it was 20 dollars. Not going to ever find a rum like this with it's sweat almost rotten banna taste and slight woody nutty after taste. Recommend on Ice or in a Daiquiri, or as Bumbo or Grog.

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    • Tim
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      I recommend this product
      Rated 4 out of 5 stars
      Funky!

      Great Jamaican overproof run to add a kick to your drinks along with some funk.

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