Jamaica

There are 2,384 rums from Jamaica in the RumX database.

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Jamaica is the third-largest island in the Caribbean. Originally home to the Taino people, the island came under Spanish rule in 1464 and was reconquered by England in 1655, becoming an essential source of sugar and rum; part of the region’s plantation economy. The Royal Navy relied on the island’s rum for their daily liquor rations! And although the country gained independence in 1962, the island’s rum is still the very essence of British-style sugarcane spirits. Rum here is dark, it can’t contain added sugar, and it’s notoriously aromatic. Jamaican rum has high amounts of esters, fruit aromas fondly known as “funk,” proper of slow fermentations, often relying on native yeast, and extended oak ageing. Adding “dunder” or the leftover deposits precipitated after distillation into the new batches is also typical in Jamaica and is the source of the spirit’s fragrant intensity and complexity. Large copper stills also play a role in the island’s sugarcane spirit. There are six major distilleries in Jamaica, led by Appleton State and Hampden Estate, and a GI or Geographical Indication protects the rum’s identity since 2016. The country’s rum quality is better than ever, especially for rum distilled and bottled on the island — a long-lasting tradition of blending (and adulterating) Jamaican rum overseas is still prevalent but now frowned upon. Dark, full-bodied and complex, there’s no doubt Jamaican rum has character. This might very well be the finest example of English-style rum: no added sugar and high ester levels make Jamaican rum crowd-pleasing delicious.

Popular rums from Jamaica

Romdeluxe Hampden Wild Series Rum Jamaica MJH3

RX21718   2012   12yr   60%

8.5 (14)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumWild Series Rum Jamaica MJH3

Top review from Kevin Sorensen đŸ‡©đŸ‡°:

#4950 02.11.2024 Had a great tasting with Kim from Romdeluxe with both old and new releases. Nose Light, fresh, light ester, fruity, light wood, faint smoke, sweet, light menthol, faint vegetal. Palate Smooth, light, light wood, faint roasted, fruity, light pineapple, sweet, light vegetal, light caramel, light menthol. Finish Medium to long, light wood, light citrus, faint caramel, light menthol, light chocolate, faint floral. A pretty nicely balanced release where the ABV is hardly felt at all.

New Yarmouth Flensburg Rum Company New Yarmouth

RX22650   1994   30yr   67,60%

8.9 (22)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumFlensburg Rum Company New Yarmouth

Community opinion:

Rich, spicy, bold Jamaican classic.

Fine Drams Clarendon Fine Old Jamaican Rum (Aficionados) EMB

RX16024   1995   27yr   68,3%

9.0 (86)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumFine Old Jamaican Rum (Aficionados) EMB

Community opinion:

Bold, complex, and irresistibly tropical.

Hampden Pure Single Jamaican Rum

RX11   8yr   46%

8.0 (578)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPure Single Jamaican Rum

Community opinion:

Vibrant Jamaican funk meets balanced spice in every satisfying sip.

Clarendon Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 27 EMB

RX12779   1995   26yr   67,10%

8.9 (40)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRumclub Private Selection Ed. 27 EMB

Community opinion:

Intense, fruity with spice, complex and robust.

Velier Hampden 1753 Pure Single Jamaican Rum HLCF 2024

RX21831   46%

7.9 (26)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rum1753 Pure Single Jamaican Rum HLCF

Community opinion:

Tropical, smoky, and versatile Hampden delight.

Velier Long Pond Cambridge STC❀E

RX17317   2005   18yr   60%

8.8 (115)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumCambridge STC❀E

Community opinion:

Complex, balanced Jamaican rum with tropical allure.

Habitation Velier Hampden HLCF

RX27   2010   6yr   68,5%

8.9 (165)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumHLCF

Community opinion:

Intense tropical character with bold, complex layers.

Hampden Pure Single Jamaican Rum Overproof

RX51   8yr   60%

8.3 (329)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPure Single Jamaican Rum Overproof

Community opinion:

Bold, vibrant, and uniquely complex Jamaican masterpiece.

Top rated Jamaica rums

Juuls Vin & Spritis Long Pond Ping No. 9

RX703   1977   36yr   61%

9.5 (10)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPing No. 9

Top review from Kevin Sorensen đŸ‡©đŸ‡°:

This is a true masterpiece well worth the 100 score and also the high price tag. Though it has a very high proof, which you of corse can taste, it explodes in your mouth. A very long and complex finish that just keeps going.

Samaroli Hampden Jamaica Single Cask <>H

RX1255   1993   21yr   65,60%

9.4 (29)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Single Cask <>H

Community opinion:

Exceptional balance, fruity complexity, long-lasting delight.

Distilia Long Pond The Sins Avarice by Robert Bauer

RX20715   1983   40yr   51,6%

9.3 (96)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumThe Sins Avarice by Robert Bauer

Community opinion:

Complex, elegant, and irresistibly smooth.

Gordon & MacPhail Long Pond Jamaica Rum

RX1442   1941   58yr   50%

9.3 (19)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Rum

Community opinion:

Elegant, complex, and refined Jamaican rum delight.

Hampden RA Jamaica Rum HD HGML

RX7786   1989   31yr   67,60%

9.3 (67)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal Jamaica Rum HD HGML

Community opinion:

Bold, tropical, and impeccably balanced Hampden gem.

Hampden Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 05 Treasure Cask Jamaica C<>H

RX271   1990   26yr   60,4%

9.3 (45)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRumclub Private Selection Ed. 05 Treasure Cask Jamaica C<>H

Community opinion:

Rich, fruity, and perfectly balanced Hampden rum.

Nobilis Hampden No. 2 C<>H

RX7933   1993   27yr   65,8%

9.3 (52)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumNo. 2 C<>H

Community opinion:

Bold, complex, aromatic Hampden masterpiece.

TRC Hampden Jamaica C<>H

RX892   1990   26yr   61,9%

9.3 (23)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica C<>H

Community opinion:

Intense, fruity, and estery - a rare masterpiece.

Distilia Long Pond The Golden Age of Piracy Charles Vane

RX12843   1983   38yr   52,5%

9.2 (37)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumThe Golden Age of Piracy Charles Vane

Community opinion:

Rich, complex, fruity Jamaican treasure.

Hampden RA HD (Whiskytempel) C<>H

RX11189   1993   28yr   61,9%

9.2 (26)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal HD (Whiskytempel) C<>H

Community opinion:

Classic Hampden profile, fruity, complex, smooth.

Hampden RA Jamaica High Ester Rum HGML

RX328   1983   35yr   58,9%

9.2 (85)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal Jamaica High Ester Rum HGML

Community opinion:

Vibrant Hampden with pineapple zest and balanced depth.

Hampden RA Jamaica Rum (HD Distillery) C<>H

RX7787   1990   30yr   57,8%

9.2 (61)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal Jamaica Rum (HD Distillery) C<>H

Community opinion:

A complex, balanced, and vibrant aged rum.

TRC Hampden Jamaica C<>H

RX8041   1990   30yr   55,6%

9.2 (66)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica C<>H

Community opinion:

Mature, complex, and irresistibly tropical.

Asmussen Old Jamaica Rum

RX14221   73%

9.1 (13)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumAsmussen Old Jamaica Rum

Community opinion:

Historic rum with bold tropical and ester notes.

Cave Guildive Hampden Jamaica Rum <>H

RX1117   1993   23yr   61%

9.1 (18)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Rum <>H

Top review from Tschusikowsky:

A symphony!đŸŽ¶ A phenomenal Hampden! Happy that I was allowed to taste something from itđŸ€©đŸ„°Bottle is now unfortunately emptyđŸ„č🙃

Clarendon Rum Sponge No. 20

RX15606   1997   25yr   63%

9.1 (46)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Sponge No. 20

Community opinion:

Complex, fruity, elegant—expensive but exquisite.

Fine Drams Clarendon Fine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB

RX16023   1997   23yr   68,5%

9.1 (77)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumFine Old Clarendon Rum (Aficionados) EMB

Community opinion:

Bold, tropical, and fiercely complex.

Habitation Velier Hampden C<>H

RX5340   2010   10yr   68,5%

9.1 (138)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumC<>H

Community opinion:

Exotic, intense, and remarkably smooth high-ester rum.

Habitation Velier Hampden HGML

RX95   2010   9yr   62%

9.1 (102)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumHGML

Community opinion:

A tropical, complex masterpiece from Hampden.

Habitation Velier Hampden Single Cask Selected by LMDW <>H

RX5607   2010   9yr   69,2%

9.1 (13)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSingle Cask Selected by LMDW <>H

Top review from Kevin Sorensen đŸ‡©đŸ‡°:

Enjoying a RumX Chairman's reserve while writing about the three samples I cracked open earlier today. A very nice Hampden and the nose arrives as soon as you open the bottme/sample. Fruity with light wood and spices. Well balanced in the ABV. Thr empty glass is wonderful with nice and strong flavours.

Habitation Velier Long Pond TECA

RX247   2005   14yr   62%

9.1 (136)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumTECA

Community opinion:

Bold TECA 2005 captivates with complex intensity.

Hampden Plantation Jamaica HJF

RX10636   2002   19yr   70,3%

9.1 (87)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPlantation Jamaica HJF

Community opinion:

Bold, complex rum with tropical woody charm.

Hampden Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 32 C<>H

RX14100   1990   32yr   54,51%

9.1 (63)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRumclub Private Selection Ed. 32 C<>H

Community opinion:

Bold, complex, and intriguingly rare rum.

New Yarmouth S.B.S Jamaica

RX546   2005   12yr   67,2%

9.1 (32)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumS.B.S Jamaica

Community opinion:

Intense ester burst with fruity complexity.

Rum Albrecht Long Pond LPS

RX737   1993   17yr   53%

9.1 (12)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumLPS

Top review from Kevin Sorensen đŸ‡©đŸ‡°:

This is an exceptional rum from Jamaica. Pretty different from what you would expect from a Jamaican. This rum doesn't get the credit it's worth and I think Jamaica rum lovers should give it a go. Price to quality is extremely good.

The Whisky Jury Hampden Jamaica Rum C<>H

RX12648   1993   28yr   58,9%

9.1 (21)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Rum C<>H

Community opinion:

Intensely flavorful, complex, aged Hampden masterpiece.

The Whisky Jury Hampden Spiritsproject Rum from Jamaica C<>H

RX12618   1993   28yr   59,1%

9.1 (18)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSpiritsproject Rum from Jamaica C<>H

Community opinion:

Complex, fruity, rare, with tropical and citrus notes.

Velier Clarendon Exclusive for Guiseppe Begnoni EMB

RX674   1997   22yr   67,9%

9.1 (65)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExclusive for Guiseppe Begnoni EMB

Community opinion:

Bold, complex Jamaican rum with tropical flair.

Velier Clarendon Rum Sapiens Wedderburn MMW

RX7356   1984   35yr   69%

9.1 (34)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Sapiens Wedderburn MMW

Community opinion:

Rich, complex, bold, with intense woodiness.

Velier Clarendon Warren Khong Villa Paradisetto EMB

RX432   1995   24yr   67%

9.1 (54)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumWarren Khong Villa Paradisetto EMB

Community opinion:

Rich, complex Jamaican rum with a boldly balanced finish.

Velier Hampden Warren Khong <H> <>H

RX88   2010   7yr   62%

9.1 (93)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumWarren Khong <H> <>H

Community opinion:

Funky tropical explosion with a complex, enduring character.

CDI Hampden Jamaica HLCF

RX1022   1992   24yr   59,8%

9.0 (45)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica HLCF

Community opinion:

A wonderfully fruity and complex Jamaican rum.

CDI New Yarmouth Jamaica (Bottled for Denmark)

RX611   2005   12yr   65,2%

9.0 (34)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica (Bottled for Denmark)

Community opinion:

Exceptional Jamaican funk; creamy, fruity, bold flavors.

Clarendon RA Jamaica Rum EMB

RX7788   1995   26yr   67,2%

9.0 (94)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal Jamaica Rum EMB

Community opinion:

Bold, balanced, and beautifully complex Clarendon rum.

CoR Clarendon Jamaica Ed. 2

RX12835   1995   26yr   65,7%

9.0 (39)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumJamaica Ed. 2

Community opinion:

Complex, fruity, minty, a brilliant 1995 Clarendon.

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Flavour profile of Jamaica

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Tropical fruit Ester Banana Pineapple

Taste

Tropical fruit Ester Woody Pineapple

Finish

Woody Tropical fruit Ester Pineapple

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