Review #943; Rum #295: Pusser’s Rum Deptford Dockyard Reserve

Pusser’s Rum Deptford Dockyard Reserve

This is a limited edition rum from Pusser’s. The bottled this to commemorate the 52nd anniversary of Black Toto Day. This rum is a blend of aged, high-ester distillates from four countries. These countries were Guyana, Trinidad, Barbados, and Jamaica. Aged for a minimum of 3 years in ex-bourbon barrels before being bottled.

ABV: 54.5%

Nose: Caramel, Banana, Nutmeg, Toasted Brown sugar

Palate: Thick oily mouthfeel, Nutmeg, Caramel, Toasted Brown Sugar, Banana, vanilla.

Finish: Medium length finish, Caramel, Banana, Toasted Brown Sugar, Allspice

Rating: 7/10

I did not go into this expecting to enjoy this rum as much as I did yet here we are. The star here is the clear DDL backbone, slightly smoky burnt caramel coats the palate and finish. It brings the flavor punch. Accents of the other rums pop in to help accentuate the flavors as well, tropical fruits, spices, and some vanilla round it all together.

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