Hampden Estate "Pagos" Sherry Cask Jamaican Rum
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$89.50
Taking its name from the Spanish word used to describe plots of vineyards in the Jerez area, Hampden Estate Pagos is the first bottling in the distillery’s history to be exclusively aged in sherry casks. Like the world’s most aromatic whiskies, such as those produced on Islay, the Jamaican rum embraces perfectly with the Andalusian wine’s notes of rancio without being overpowered by them, leading to a completely new profile of aromas.
Ageing in ex-sherry casks is most impactful on the spirit only if the quality of the butts used is of the highest level possible. Through a very special partnership with Bodegas Lustau, founded in 1896 and one of the leading producers in Jerez, Hampden Estate has secured access to top quality casks used to age the best Oloroso and Pedro Ximenez sherries. The fruity intensity and the high ester profile of Hampden Estate matches perfectly the woody aromatic palette and deep, rich color brought by the ex-sherry casks. The nutty and savory components given by oloroso, along with the sweet and spicy notes of Pedro Ximenez make Pagos a truly exceptional rum with a unique identity. Bottled at 52% abv.