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Appleton rum is the proud production of Appleton Estate in Jamaica and it has quite an interesting history!
During the English empire, it was discovered that the rum time spent in the barrel, combined with the gentle rocking of the ship allowed for a smoother, tastier product.
We learnt that during the 2nd world war, whisky was in very short supply and experiments were carried out at the Appleton Estate to produce a type of rum that would serve as a substitute.
Different rums from assorted barrels of varying age and type, were blended together and the result was "Appleton Estate Special Rum". This new rum was much smoother, lighter and more fragrant than other available rums and such became very popular.
It is usually of golden colour with flavors and scent including vanilla, coffee, coconut and hazelnut. It is specially aged in oak barrels and is perfect with fruit juices, colas, tonics, coladas and daiquiris, but smooth just by itself as well.
Legend has it that Appleton Rum was known as "bend down" or "ben dung" because back then it was illegal to sell in the regular bars and shops. It was however hid under counters and sold anyways due to the high demand by patrons.
Today, there are several types of Appleton rums, including:
For even more about appleton rum, visit their website at www.appletonestate.com
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