Tastes
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Subdued smoke, lots of brine, slight earthiness, custard, citrus. Short finish. Before I read anything about what's in the blend, I would've said it's very Coal Ila. I do get a little of the Laphroaig. Could've probably been fooled into thinking this was HP as well. It's not bad, but not something I'd reach for often.
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Compass Box The Story of the Spaniard
Blended Malt — Scotland
Reviewed May 4, 2023 (edited September 7, 2024)Rich romas of fruitcake and prune offer promises the palate doesn't quite deliver on. At first I'm met with fruit and clove, but it fades quickly, with a short finish that leaves an astringent feeling in the mouth. -
Hampden Estate 2011 LFCH Trelawny Endemic Bird Series Becard Single Cask #299
Aged Rum — Jamaica
Reviewed May 1, 2023Last of my Hampdens, a single cask LFCH. Their second lowest-ester marque. I get some butterscotch and lemon cookie on the nose, with more butterscotch and some banana on the palate, with a hint of wintergreen and a lightly citrusy finish. It's pretty nice, but definitely not worth the asking price, considering I'd rank it right along with Great House. -
Hampden Estate Great House (Distillery Edition 2022)
Aged Rum — Jamaica
Reviewed May 1, 2023 (edited May 27, 2023)Dessert-like aroma featuring caramel and custard, with maybe a hint of strawberry. Not as fruity as the 2021 and less industrial than the 2020. On the palate I get some fudge, banana, a hint of espresso, with a lightly bitter and herbal finish. I think I like the 2020 a touch more, but overall another outstanding Hampden. -
Hampden Estate Great House (Distillery Edition 2021)
Aged Rum — Jamaica
Reviewed April 28, 2023 (edited April 29, 2023)Compared to the 2020, this is less industrial and has more of a light barnyard funk, with more fruity notes. There's some spice in there, with the typical brown sugar, and a little custard. Compared to other Hampdens, this is probably a little more up the alley of those who like whiskey and Bajan rums, although it still manages to be distinctly Jamaican.
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