Admiral Rodney HMS Formidable Gold Rum vs Hampden Estate Pagos Sherry Cask Rum
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Admiral Rodney HMS Formidable Gold Rum currently starts £2.00 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £81.99 | £83.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Admiral Rodney | Hampden |
| Type | Rum | Rum |
| Size | 700ml | 700ml |
| Where to buy |
Admiral Rodney HMS Formidable Gold Rum
Admiral Rodney HMS Formidable Gold Rum comes from St. Lucia Distillers, a producer known for its characterful pot‑still rums and long tropical ageing. The Admiral Rodney series pays tribute to the British naval commander who helped secure Caribbean trade routes in the late 18th century, with each bottling named after a ship in his fleet. HMS Formidable was Rodney’s flagship during the Battle of the Saints in 1782, and the rum reflects that sense of prestige through a richer, more mature blend. The components are typically aged between 9 and 12 years in ex‑bourbon barrels, giving it greater depth and structure than the younger expressions in the range. Its aroma shows warm caramel, rich oak, vanilla, dried fruit and a touch of baking spice. On the palate, it offers a smooth, layered texture with notes of toffee, raisins, gentle spice, toasted oak and a subtle roasted character from extended ageing. The finish is long, warm and elegantly spiced, making it a refined sipping rum that showcases the craftsmanship and complexity of St. Lucian distillation.
Hampden Estate Pagos Sherry Cask Rum
Hampden Estate Pagos is the distillery’s first rum exclusively aged in sherry casks, crafted in collaboration with Bodegas Fundador in Jerez. Matured in Oloroso Sherry butts used in the Solera process for up to thirty years, this bold 52% ABV release is infused with the deep, complex flavours of Oloroso while maintaining Hampden's signature high ester profile. The nose is rich with ylang-ylang, clove, blood orange, toasted walnut, and brandied cherry, evolving to almonds, camphor, and dried fruits. On the palate, cane sugar and chestnut honey lead to vanilla pods and cocoa, finishing with coconut milk, honeysuckle, and a touch of tobacco and spice. A powerful, elegant rum that captures the essence of Andalusian influence and Hampden craftsmanship.
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