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Rum Nation Jamaica 5 Years (Pot Still Rum)
A few members call this a gentle way into Jamaican rum, and that fits. Light ester and a woody, spicy edge sit over fresh fruit and citrus, with an oily body and a sweet, licorice-tinged finish. At nearly 58% the alcohol reads well integrated rather than hot — several tasters rate the cask strength above the standard bottling for exactly that balance.
The community says- Well integrated alcohol
- Light easy ester
- Funk stays mild
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How does Rum Nation Jamaica 5 Years (Pot Still Rum) taste?
Aggregated from 14 community reviews.
Balanced, light-ester Jamaican for daily sipping The recurring verdict: a balanced, easygoing Jamaican that doesn't overwhelm. Ester fans wanting a wilder funk bomb should look elsewhere, but as a daily sipper it lands well.
newcomers easing into Jamaican pot still
funk chasers wanting a loud ester bomb
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How is Rum Nation Jamaica 5 Years (Pot Still Rum) rated?
RumX’s 0–10 scale is strict: 7.7 sits in the “Good” band. 85% of tasters rate it Good or better; only 0% rate it below average. See the full rating guide →
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What does the community say?
79% rate it between 6 and 8. 3 selected write-ups from 14 community ratings. You can view the complete list in our app.
Review by Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰
#4272 28.09.2023 One of the samples from the Whisky N Rum Show in Copenhagen. Price to quality is pretty OK on this one. A fresh and fruity rum with light ester notes. The palate is naturally sweet and oily with fruity notes and a spicy touch. The finish is medium to long and sweet. Draws really nice curtains in the glass and the empty glass has some licorice.
Review by Bavarian Rum Lover
Netter Daily Sipper, der gut als Einstiegsrum in die Welt der Jamaikaner herhalten kann. Leicht würzig und esterhaltig ohne zu überfordern. Gute intensive Alkoholstärke.
Review by steffen
Meget tør i munden med frugtnoter i duften. Eftersmag af lakrids og fad.
Details about Rum Nation Jamaica 5 Years (Pot Still Rum)
A rum from Jamaica, bottled by Rum Nation, at 57,84%.
Community purchases
12 bottles logged by 12 collectors.
A collector's bottle.
8% opened, 1 emptied and repurchased.
What did the community pay for Rum Nation Jamaica 5 Years (Pot Still Rum)?
Community paid 40–68 €.
What members actually paid for their bottles. A typical range, not the current shop price. Full price & collection history in RX+ →
12 purchased · 14 tasted · 3 wishlist · as of
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