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Appleton Estate Legend 17 Year Old
Introducing the exquisite 17 Year Old Legend by Appleton Estate, a true gem hailed as a ‘historical blend.’ This exceptional rum pays homage to the legendary 17 Year Old crafted by J Wray & Nephew, a Caribbean exporter, back in the 1940s—a bottle that has attained near-mythical status as one of the most coveted in the world. Meticulously recreated by master blender Joy Spence, this tribute edition captures the essence of the original using four extraordinarily rare distillates, resulting in an incredibly close taste profile. With great passion and dedication, Spence embarked on this project, facing immense challenges along the way. The result is a rum that not only honors Appleton Estate’s heritage but also pays tribute to the rich legacy of classic cocktail craftsmanship.
Limited to a mere 1,500 bottles, the 17 Year Old Legend is a collector’s dream, as it is believed never to be reproduced again. The original blend, which captivated bartender Victor Bergeron, the visionary behind San Francisco’s renowned Trader Vic’s bar, is credited with inspiring the creation of the iconic Mai Tai cocktail. Within each bottle of Appleton’s 17 Year Old Legend, you will discover a symphony of flavors—a delightful interplay of caramelized pear and banana notes entwined with warm, nutty oak and hints of floral herbs. The finish lingers, leaving a silky-smooth sensation that caresses the palate, creating an unforgettable drinking experience. Indulge in the allure of this rare gem, and savor the essence of history and craftsmanship captured within each precious drop.
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Appleton Estate Ruby Anniversary Edition
Ruby Anniversary Edition is an exquisite blend of five hand-selected column and pot-still rums, crafted with Jamaican limestone-filtered water, with no added flavours, and aged in Jamaica – a taste of the excellence of the land and its people. Aged a minimum of 35 years, one of the charms of the Ruby Anniversary Edition is rooted in its strict ageing process. Each bottle contains liquid as old as 45 years and as young as 35 – a luxurious time capsule to taste the flavour of decades in the tropics. Due to Jamaica’s climate, Appleton Estate rums age nearly three times more quickly than spirits aged in cooler climates, allowing for richer, fuller flavors to develop in a shorter period of time – meaning that the minimum age of 35 years in the tropical climate of Jamaica is equivalent to over 100 years of ageing in a cooler climate, thanks to the significant loss of liquid by evaporation. “Heaven’s envy” is captured in the very limited quantity of liquid bottled for this release.