Rum blending house Charles Merser & Co. hails from the Hayman family (yes, the same folks behind Hayman's Gin), and is London's first rum blending house in over a century! The rum itself is distilled in the Caribbean, but is blended in London. In keeping with the traditions set by London's merchant blending houses of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, there's no sugar or colouring to be seen here, just good old fashioned rum rested in oak.
The bottle represents more than meets the eye too, with the dimpled bottle representing the River Thames on which rum was transported, while the hound and post logo is a little nod to the days when most Londoners couldn't read, and would follow symbols to find their way to merchant houses. On that note, Merser literally means 'merchant' in Old English.
You can’t mistake that high ester Jamaican component, pineapples just jump out of the glass, followed by grassy vegetal flavours, orange peel and dark chocolate.
Creamy and elegant, with stone fruit to the fore and the Jamaican funk present but very much in the background.
Vanilla, coconut and chocolate.
Elegant, harmonious and distinctive.
Just opened this bottle I’ve had for a few weeks and wish I hadn’t....... it’s not going to last long Wow wow wow proper fine Rum
Genuinely the best rum I have ever had! perfect for sipping or in an old fashioned highly recommended
Unfortunately Saturday Kitchen Live is no longer available to view - but take my word for it this is a fantastic rum - and what's more it comes boxed - from Mercer & Co. in person.
I bought this whilst a tiny bit tipsy on Havana club rum. Now happily drinking this king of rums, smooth tasty and absolute treat for the tastebuds. Buy it you will not regret it!!
In full agreement with the guys and gals on Saturday Kitchen Live - if you haven't watched it - it's a must see - a fantastic rum - will blow your sock off.
