BLACK TOT Master Blender's Reserve 2023 Caribbean Rum 70 cl

BLACK TOT Master Blender’s Reserve 2023: Caribbean Navy-style rum

BLACK TOT Master Blender’s Reserve 2023 is a powerful Caribbean rum created by Master Blender Oliver Chilton. Inspired by the traditional rums of the British Royal Navy, this annual release aims for a richer, heavier mouthfeel and a deep, complex flavour profile. Bottled at 54.5% ABV, it blends rums from Guyana, Trinidad, Barbados, Jamaica and Grenada, alongside a portion of the previous year’s perpetual blend and a small amount of authentic historic Royal Navy rum.

The nose reveals cooked blood orange, cloves and cinnamon. On the palate, liquorice, toffee and orange marmalade combine with dark chocolate, dried fruit and warming spices. The finish is long and persistent, with rum-soaked raisins, cacao and nutmeg.

The 2023 edition is particularly distinctive for including rum from Grenada distilled in 1993. A significant proportion of Guyanese rum contributes depth, rich molasses character and liquorice notes. According to the brand, no sugar or flavourings are added, and the rum is non-chill-filtered.

Enjoy it neat in a tulip-shaped glass, allowing a few minutes for the aromas to develop. This is a compelling choice for enthusiasts of full-bodied Navy-style rum and complex Caribbean blends.

Enjoy responsibly. Alcohol consumption is prohibited for persons under the legal drinking age.