Trinidad Rum 11 yo (2010/2021), Blackadder – Raw Cask, 66.4%

Introduction

Blackadder’s Trinidad Rum 11 yo represents the pinnacle of authentic rum bottling, with this 2010 vintage presenting the true essence of Trinidad distillation through the renowned Raw Cask series that preserves every nuance of the original spirit.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Premium molasses from Trinidad sugar cane, fermented according to traditional island methods
• Distillation process: Distilled in 2010 at a renowned Trinidad distillery using column still technique
• Maturation: Aged for 11 years in tropical conditions in ex-bourbon oak casks
• Special techniques: Bottled in 2021 as part of Blackadder’s Raw Cask series, completely unfiltered with natural cask sediment present, bottled at full cask strength of 66.4%

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich tropical fruits, deep caramel, vanilla pod, toasted oak, and subtle spicy notes with hints of banana and exotic wood
• Palate: Powerful and intense entry with molasses, dark chocolate, ripe tropical fruits, and warming baking spices balanced by oak tannins
• Finish: Long-lasting and warming with persistent oak, dried fruits, tobacco, and hints of coffee that gradually fade into a pleasant dry spiciness

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (18-22°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky or rum tasting glass
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the complex flavors; the high ABV allows for significant dilution without losing character
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, dried fruits, crème brûlée, or enjoyed as a contemplative digestif

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 66.4% ABV
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Trinidad, bottled in Scotland
• Certifications/Awards: Blackadder is recognized globally for their exceptional cask selection and Raw Cask bottling philosophy

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This Trinidad Rum represents a rare opportunity to experience an unadulterated, cask-strength expression from one of the Caribbean’s most respected rum-producing islands.

As a single cask bottling, the supply is inherently limited to just a few hundred bottles worldwide, making each purchase a chance to secure a truly finite resource.

Bottled by Blackadder, whose expertise in selecting exceptional casks has been proven through decades of respected independent bottlings, this rum carries the authority of true rum experts.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Serious rum collectors and connoisseurs eagerly anticipate Blackadder Raw Cask releases, recognizing them as benchmark examples of uncompromising quality.

Once you add this bottle to your collection, you join a discerning community of spirits enthusiasts who value authenticity and craft above mass production.

The Raw Cask series has garnered praise from spirits critics worldwide for its commitment to presenting rum in its most natural, unadulterated form.

From Trinidad Distillery to You

Blackadder has gone to extraordinary lengths to preserve every element of this rum’s character, offering you an experience as close to sampling directly from the cask as possible.

The approachable complexity in this bottling demonstrates why Trinidad rums are so beloved, with a perfect balance of power and refinement that appeals to experienced palates.

By enjoying this rum, you become part of a tradition that unites Caribbean rum craftsmanship with Scottish bottling expertise – discover why the Raw Cask experience represents the pinnacle of rum appreciation.