COMPAGNIE des INDES Rhum Expressive JAMAICAN Blend 4 yo 70 cl Navy Strength

Description

Compagnie des Indes Expressive Jamaican Blend 4 Years – A Bold Jamaican Navy Strength Rum

Compagnie des Indes Expressive Jamaican Blend 4 Year Old is a traditional Jamaican rum combining the intensity of pot still distillation with the complementary character of column still spirits.

Aged for four years in American oak ex-bourbon barrels and bottled at 57% ABV, this Navy Strength expression showcases the fruit-driven richness associated with Jamaican rum.

An independent bottler inspired by exploration

Established in 2015, Compagnie des Indes takes inspiration from the historic trading companies that explored distant territories.

The company selects rums from different countries, focusing on distinctive production methods and regional identities.

Its permanent collection includes carefully composed blends designed to highlight the characteristics of their origins.

This Jamaican expression celebrates the island's renowned tradition of intensely aromatic rum.

A combination of two distillation styles

Jamaican rum is traditionally produced from sugarcane molasses, with fermentation playing an important role in developing its distinctive flavours.

The Expressive Jamaican Blend combines copper pot still and column still rums.

Pot still distillation contributes rich aromatic compounds and the powerful fruit character associated with traditional Jamaican spirits.

Column still distillation provides complementary qualities, helping achieve balance in the finished blend.

Fermentation lasts between 24 and 72 hours, contributing to the development of the rum's expressive tropical aromas.

Four years of maturation in ex-bourbon barrels

The spirits are aged for four years in American oak casks previously used for bourbon.

This maturation develops the rum's texture and introduces subtle oak influences that complement its natural fruitiness.

Bottled at 57% alcohol by volume, the rum follows the Navy Strength tradition historically associated with the British Royal Navy.

A rich tropical tasting experience

The nose opens with aromas of ripe bananas, fresh sugarcane juice and candied fruits, followed by a delicate praline sweetness.

The palate is full-bodied and generous, revealing flambéed banana, pineapple and subtle chocolate notes.

Its powerful character makes it particularly suitable for enthusiasts who appreciate expressive Jamaican rum.

Serve neat in a tulip-shaped glass, allowing the spirit to breathe before tasting. A few drops of water may reveal additional aromatic nuances.

It is also an excellent choice for a Mai Tai or other tropical cocktails requiring an intense Jamaican rum component.