This spiced rum is produced by St. Lucia Distillers, Saint Lucia’s last remaining distillery, in Roseau. Their ‘regular’ rums from Chairman’s Reserve and their Admiral Rodney line are some of our favorite sippers and cocktail components. This spiced version is perfect for the Thanksgiving table and all the Fall flavors we love.
The original Chairman’s Reserve recipe is first steeped with Bois Bandé, a local Caribbean bark (culturally known for its aphrodisiac qualities), before cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, vanilla, allspice, lemon and orange peels are added. The expressive aroma of nutmeg and cinnamon leads to a sweet and rich mouthfeel that is balanced by a crisp citrus character and a pleasant grip on the finish. This is a complex spirit that paints a vivid picture of the island from which it helms-- this dry and citrus-forward spiced rum works beautifully when paired with other aged spirits in complex cocktails. If you’re a fan of bold baking spices, it can just as easily be enjoyed neat—perhaps paired with a Friday night fish fry as is done in St. Lucia!
The original Chairman’s Reserve recipe is first steeped with Bois Bandé, a local Caribbean bark (culturally known for its aphrodisiac qualities), before cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, vanilla, allspice, lemon and orange peels are added. The expressive aroma of nutmeg and cinnamon leads to a sweet and rich mouthfeel that is balanced by a crisp citrus character and a pleasant grip on the finish. This is a complex spirit that paints a vivid picture of the island from which it helms-- this dry and citrus-forward spiced rum works beautifully when paired with other aged spirits in complex cocktails. If you’re a fan of bold baking spices, it can just as easily be enjoyed neat—perhaps paired with a Friday night fish fry as is done in St. Lucia!
