Black Tot rum is a brand with a strong naval tradition. It honours the British Royal Navy's rum ration, which lasted over 200 years.
The name "Black Tot" comes from Black Tot Day on July 31, 1970. This day marked the end of the Royal Navy's daily rum rations, a practice from the 18th century. Black Tot Day is important in naval and rum history. It marked the end of an era and the start of a new chapter in rum.
Black Tot Rum has products that celebrate naval rum history. These include Black Tot Finest Caribbean, a modern blend that respects navy rum traditions. They also have the Master Blender's Reserve, an annual release for Black Tot Day. Their products mix tradition with modern tastes. They honour the past and look to the future.
In 2020, the company celebrated the 50th anniversary of Black Tot Day with a special blend. This blend was inspired by original navy rums. It was a tribute to naval rum's history, trying to recreate the flavours and character of the sailors' rums.
Black Tot rum combines history and modernity. It pays tribute to naval rum traditions while adapting to modern tastes. Each bottle reminds us of when rum was a key part of naval life. It was a sign of camaraderie and morale for sailors.