Hampden Estate HLCF Classic 4yr

Review #1033; Rum #362

Hampden HLCF Classic 4yr

This rum comes to us from Hampden Estate located in Trelawney in Jamaica. This rum will be replacing the old Hampden 8 year overproof that has been a mainstay for the past few years. This bottling is of the HLCF (Hampden Light Continental Flavor) mark which clocks in at 476.9 gr/hlpa. This molasses based rum was fermented for a long time in open top cedar vats, distilled on a pot still, put into ex-bourbon barrels, and aged for 4 years at the distillery in Jamaica. It is then bottled with no additives.

ABV: 60%

Nose: Over-Ripe pineapple, Vanilla, lemon zest, lime juice, brine, vinegar

Palate: Medium oily mouthfeel, Over-Ripe pineapple, Lemon Zest, Lime Juice, Brine, Vanilla, Black Pepper, apple cider vinegar

Finish: Long finish, Black Pepper, Pineapple Bark, Cement Glue, Lemon Zest, Brine, Black Tea

Rating: 7/10

I know many are disappointed that this is replacing the old 8 year overproof, but this is a great rum. It hits those classic notes you want in an overproof aged Hampden release. Big bold grilled pineapple, lime juice, some vanilla, spices, and a kiss of oak to bring it all together. This is a delicious and impressive release.

Hampden HLCF Classic – Rum X

1 | Disgusting | So bad I poured it out.

2 | Poor | I wouldn’t consume by choice.

3 | Bad | Multiple flaws.

4 | Sub-par | Not bad, but better exists.

5 | Good | Good, just fine.

6 | Very Good | A cut above.

7 | Great | Well above average

8 | Excellent | Really quite exceptional.

9 | Incredible | An all time favorite

10 | Perfect | Perfect