Hampden The Great House Jamaican Rum 2020 Edition

This is one of those bottles where if you know, you know, and you don't need anyone else telling you that this should be in heavy rotation in your sipping regimen. The hype is real; the reputation genuinely earned. In this 2nd release of their Great House series, Hampden's own master distiller Vivian Wisdom turned to the distillery workers and created a blend based on their preferences. It's a 80/20 mix of OWH low-ester and Diamond H high-ester rums, pot distilled, aged in ex-bourbon barrels and bottled at 59% abv. Aromas of grilled pineapple, baked apples and spice are joined with toffee, burnt sugar and black tea on the palate. The heat blooms up front but quickly dissipates, revealing a depth of flavor and long, long, somewhat savory finish. Only 3,000 bottles of this were produced worldwide so grab it while you can.