Swell de Spirits Hampden Wonders of the World #3 <>H 2011 10yr 67,4%

"Absolutely brutal broadside of fermented fruit, especially kiwi"

"Unquestionably the benchmark for Swell de Spirits. The nose is incredibly delicate for a Jamaican. Ripe tropical fruits open the ball, closely followed by harmonious notes of esters, solvents and glue. The nose gives off gourmet pastry flavors of marzipan, brioche and butter, with an almost fermented edge. Brine and olive add character, while lemon zest, caramel and vanilla round off this ample, generous and delicate profile. A true success that can be sniffed for hours. The attack on the palate is absolutely divine. The integration of alcohol approaches perfection. From tropical fruit to phenolic notes, caramel, marzipan, olive, peppery wood and rubber, the concentrated aromas blend perfectly to create a coherent, harmonious, deep and complex whole. The finish is very long, at once intense with funky fruit, phenolic and medicinal notes, and more delicate with dark chocolate, licorice and a salty, briny edge. Light roasted notes amplify the gourmand sensation. The rum sticks to the palate with its magnificent aromas, much to our delight. A rum with an assertive character, yet full of sweetness, that lives up to its reputation. A true standard-bearer for both Swell de Spirits and the Hampdens of this mark and vintage."

"#4097 Looking at the price tag you get a lot for your money with this release. Intense and fruity yet well balanced once rested. All the elements are very well balanced and I like the light nutty note. The empty glass is really nice and I can find some chocolate and a light smoky note."

"So nach dem TRC2001 und dem V&M2014 Sta(r)um nun noch ein tropisch <>H gelagerter aus 2011 von Swell. Tropisch bleibt einfach tropisch. Meines Erachtens ist dies der kräftigste von allen. Ziemlich leckeres Teil, zum damaligen Preis ein echter Kracher. Leider keine Flasche davon bekommen."

"Richtig schöner, gehaltvoller, aromatisch, komplexer , typischer Hampden. Super Esternoten und fruchtigkeit in der Nase. Gut eingebundener Alkohol, vergorene tropische Früchte, holzig aber nicht zu fest im Mund. Super abfüllung mit genialem PLV!"

"Z tohoto bottlera se začíná stávat můj nejlepší kámoš. A v kombinaci s jamajkou opět nesklamal. Spekturum ovocných vůní je široké, jako ranní ovocný trh. A chuť není o nic ochuzena. Teopické ovoce, dřevo a v závěru teocha koření. Jsem nadšený!"