English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old

750ml & 80 Proof

English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old is a Rum.

What is English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old?

English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old is a smooth, amber-hued spirit that showcases the rich rum-making tradition of Antigua. This well-balanced rum is named after the historic naval dockyard where British sailors once received their daily ration of rum, connecting modern drinkers to centuries of maritime history with every sip.

Why do we love English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old?

English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old stands out for its use of copper column stills and unique aging process in small, once-used bourbon barrels, resulting in a smooth, complex spirit with notes of vanilla, tropical fruits, and subtle spice. This Antiguan rum benefits from the island's warm climate, which accelerates the aging process and imparts a rich, mature character that belies its relatively young age.

How do you drink English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old?

English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old shines when sipped neat or with a single ice cube, allowing its smooth, rich flavors to unfold on the palate. This versatile spirit also excels in classic rum cocktails, particularly those with citrus notes, and pairs beautifully with grilled seafood or spicy Caribbean dishes, making it a perfect choice for warm summer evenings or tropical-themed gatherings.

$33.99

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Nose: Vanilla and caramel dominate, backed by hints of tropical fruits like banana and pineapple. Light oak notes and a touch of cinnamon add complexity.

Palate: Smooth and well-balanced. Brown sugar and toffee flavors mingle with dried fruits and a subtle nuttiness. The oak influence is more pronounced, bringing a pleasant dryness and spice.

Finish: Medium-long with lingering warmth. Caramel and vanilla return, accompanied by a gentle peppery spice and a faint hint of tobacco. The oak tannins provide a dry, slightly astringent end note.

English Harbour 5 Year Old Rum is crafted using a unique combination of pot and column still distillation, with the molasses-based spirit aged in small oak barrels that previously held Kentucky bourbon. This dual distillation process, coupled with aging in used bourbon barrels, imparts a distinctive complexity and depth to the rum, balancing the raw sugarcane notes with subtle vanilla and oak influences.

English Harbour Rum 5 Year Old is produced using a unique "dunder pit" fermentation method, where leftover stillage from previous distillations is added to new batches. This centuries-old technique, rarely used today, creates a richer, more complex flavor profile reminiscent of Jamaica's famous rums.

The rum is aged in ex-bourbon barrels stored in a former British naval facility on Antigua. The island's high humidity and constant sea breezes accelerate the aging process, allowing the 5-year-old expression to develop a depth of flavor comparable to many older rums.

English Harbour Rum takes its name from the historic Nelson's Dockyard, where the British Royal Navy once repaired their ships. Legend has it that sailors would test the strength of their rum rations by seeing if gunpowder doused with the spirit would still ignite – a practice that gave rise to the term "navy strength" rum.

Main Ingredient: Sugarcane
Country of Origin: Antigua And Barbuda