Pusser's 'Gunpowder Proof' Black Label (previously known as Blue Label) is a higher proof traditional British Naval rum, produced using the blending recipe from the Admiralty. Well loved, it picked up a Trophy at the International Spirits Challenge 2016.
The nose is full of dried fruits, dates, prunes, slightly overripe figs. The palate is very sweet, plenty of dark, syrupy, stewed fruits. An interesting pot still character with a pleasant muddiness. Full-bodied. The finish is incredibly long and dark.
I must have had at least ten years of legal tots of rum during my 22yrs service and this is up to the best I have tasted. Rum Rat
Usually drink single malts or bourbon but thought I'd give a rum a try. Always liked a Lambs Navy with Coke but this stuff is far too good for mixing! First impressions on the nose were similar to a Speyside; lots of dried fruits, fig, date etc, burnt sugar and caramel. Nice thick mouth feel and I was pleasantly surprised by the smoothness. Didn't need to add water, even at this strength! Really impressed with this.
Not a rum lover, but absolutely love this stuff. About to order my third bottle thanks to an old matelot friend of mine. Thanks for introducing me to this stuff Hendy!!!
A drop of 'Nelson's Blood'. brings back memories of tot time......Sippers, Gulpers and Sandy Bottoms!
Remember having the Blue Label Pussers Rum on board ship during "splicing the main brace" where the celebration of the official birthday of HM Queen Elizabeth was conducted. Those not accustom to the taste would offer it to others, or have it with Coca Cola.... (sacrilege to the pure taste and warm feeling it gave)
