Worthy Park Select, Jamaica Rum, 40%

Introduction

Worthy Park Select embodies Jamaica’s rich rum heritage, produced at one of the island’s oldest and most respected distilleries dating back to 1670. This rum represents a careful balance between traditional Jamaican distillation methods and modern refinement techniques.

Production Method

• Raw materials: 100% estate-grown sugar cane cultivated on Worthy Park’s own fields in the fertile Vale of Lluidas, ensuring complete control over quality
• Distillation process: Double distilled in traditional copper pot stills, which impart the characteristic Jamaican “funk” esters that define the island’s rum style
• Maturation: Aged for 4-6 years in ex-bourbon American white oak casks in Jamaica’s tropical climate, accelerating the maturation process
• Special techniques: Created as a blend of selected casks chosen for their complementary characteristics, with no added sugars or flavorings in the true Jamaican tradition

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Inviting aromas of ripe banana, pineapple, and mango with hints of vanilla, toasted oak, and the slight grassiness characteristic of Jamaican rum
• Palate: Rich tropical fruits, toffee, and brown sugar balanced by warming baking spices, a touch of coconut, and subtle oak influence
• Finish: Medium to long finish with lingering notes of caramelized fruits, gentle spice, and a pleasant warmth that doesn’t overwhelm

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature or slightly chilled (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or small snifter to concentrate aromas
• Serving ideas: Excellent neat or with a single ice cube; also shines in classic rum cocktails like Mai Tais, Daiquiris, or Jamaica’s traditional Rum Punch
• Food pairings: Pairs wonderfully with chocolate desserts, tropical fruit, spicy jerk chicken, or aged cheeses

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 40% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml
• Country/Region of origin: Jamaica, Lluidas Vale, St. Catherine Parish
• Certifications/Awards: Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge, Silver Medal at San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Worthy Park Select delivers an experience that authentically captures Jamaica’s distinctive rum-making tradition, offering a taste profile that can only come from genuine pot still distillation.

As one of the few remaining 100% Jamaican-owned distilleries producing true pot still rum, Worthy Park creates limited quantities using time-honored methods that cannot be scaled for mass production.

The expertise behind this rum spans 350 years of continuous rum production, with master distillers who have dedicated their lives to perfecting the craft of Jamaican rum making.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Rum enthusiasts worldwide consistently place Worthy Park among the most authentic expressions of traditional Jamaican rum, celebrating its uncompromised approach to distillation and aging.

By choosing Worthy Park Select, you join a community of discerning spirits lovers who value authenticity and craftsmanship over mass-produced alternatives.

The international awards garnered by this rum reflect the growing consensus among spirits judges that Worthy Park represents the gold standard for contemporary Jamaican rum production.

From Worthy Park Estate to You

The team at Worthy Park has revived their distilling operations in 2005 after a 40-year hiatus, gifting rum lovers with a return to the authentic flavors that made Jamaican rum legendary.

The approachable character of Worthy Park Select makes it ideal for both newcomers to premium rum and experienced connoisseurs, creating moments of pleasure that connect you to Jamaica’s vibrant culture.

When you pour a glass of Worthy Park Select, you’re not just enjoying a rum – you’re participating in the continuation of a Jamaican tradition that unites rum lovers across generations and around the world.