Appleton Estate Reserve 8-Year

I'm not sure I understand it, but I'm willing to try this again.

Tiki cocktails that need a moderately aged Jamaican rum recommend this as superior to Signature because it has a more Jamaican funk characteristic.

I HATE Jamaican funk flavor. Yet, I found this to be bland and flat. Not a lot of character, just bland. I was going to try Signature next, but I'm not sure I see the point if it's milder.

hard to ignore the value this bottle brings to the bar. A perfectly acceptable sipping rum but mixes well. The Appleton name brings a confidence this rum delivers on many levels. Bottle doesn't jump out like Flor de Cana which I would say has very similar character and attributes. Hard to resist on sale but there are lots of other similar rated rums out there to discover once you have tried this.

VX is my a great go to for mixing. 8 refines the mix a bit and has more presence. I didnt enjoy solo, but loved in a mix.

The only rum I drink when I'm in Jamaica. Fantastic for everyday rum & coke with a lime wedge. Great spice flavors with a hint of oak. For sipping I move up to the 15yr or older.

Love this Jamaican rum. Most Jamaican rums seem to have a somewhat similar aura - slightly sweet, full-bodied, and intense. And the color is great. This rum reminds me very much of Appleton V/X, which was discontinued several years ago. V/X had been my 'go to' rum for years. I am very happy to have Appleton 8 in my lineup. Nice job.

This one is great when out with friends. Goes well with most meals. Smooth and not too much kick.

Perfect for those times you want a rum with a little punch but you're not ready for something stronger. Also good for newbies who wants to approach Jamaican rums. If you like a good punch in the throat and had your share of experience with Jamaican rums avoid this one, save your money for something better.

There is some "funk" smell - reminds me of honey and pineapple - taste is smooth initially with pepper bite at the end, some funk - not sure I want it as a sipper - have used in cocktails and is good there. Part of a split base in a mai tai worked really well.

Alkohol: 40 %
Původ: Jamajka
Aroma: Koření, kakao, troška medu, celkově ale dost uzavřená vůně. Mléčná čokoláda, mírná větrovost. (81 b)
Chuť: Velmi jemně nasládlá chuť, pak ale vykoukne hořčinka, naštěstí umírněně. Kůže, dřevo, dub, taniny. (81 b)
Body: 81/100
Shrnutí: Ochutnán s kamarádem na naší zářijové akci. Nic moc.

Perfect everyday sipper. Flavourful neat. Good price