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Admiral Rodney Rum HMS Formidable 70cl

Name: Admiral Rodney Rum HMS Formidable 70cl
Brand: Admiral Rodney
SKU: rum.admrodform.70cl
Price: 72.10 GBP
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Admiral Rodney HMS Formidable | 70cl

The Flagship of the Fleet: The Ultimate Expression of St. Lucian Art

Admiral Rodney HMS Formidable stands at the absolute pinnacle of the HMS series. Named after the legendary flagship of Admiral George Rodney during the 1782 Battle of the Saints, this rum embodies the same power and prestige as the vessel that led the British fleet to a decisive victory. As the flagship of the range, it represents the highest level of craftsmanship from St. Lucia Distillers.

This exceptional rum is a blend of Coffey still distillates aged between nine and twelve years exclusively in ex-bourbon barrels. While sharing an age range similar to the Royal Oak, the Formidable is distinguished by its specific cask selection, drawn from the very best "honey" barrels in the cellar. It is a luscious, full-bodied spirit that showcases the maximum potential of long-term tropical maturation in American white oak.

Additional Information

Style	Rum - Dark Rum
SKU	rum.admrodform.70cl
GTIN	No
ABV %	40
Bottle Size (cl)	70
Brand	Admiral Rodney

Suggested Cocktails and Manufacturer Info

Key Features and Masterful Blending

The Flagship Selection: A meticulous "assemblage" of the oldest and most complex column-still rums in the Roseau Valley reserves.
Pure Bourbon Maturation: Years of interaction with charred American oak result in a deep mahogany hue and a concentrated profile of sweet spice and wood.
The "Formidable" Character: Unlike lighter column rums, this is extracted from the lower plates of the Coffey still, giving it a heavy, oily texture and incredible structural depth.
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Intense and noble. Aromas of honeyed oak, sweet raisins, and a powerful hit of vanilla bean.
- Palate: A luscious, velvety mouthfeel. It delivers rolling waves of honey and vanilla, followed by deep, toasty oak and a complex array of Caribbean spices (nutmeg and cinnamon).
- Finish: Exceedingly long and elegant. The finish is a slow fade of sweet tobacco, cocoa, and warming oak tannins.

Product Specifications

Brand: Admiral Rodney (St. Lucia Distillers)
Vessel: HMS Formidable (The Flagship)
Origin: Roseau Valley, St. Lucia
Size: 70cl
ABV: 40%
Age Range: 9 – 12 Years.
Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon American White Oak.

Serving Suggestions

The Captain’s Pour: A rum of this stature deserves to be sipped neat. Use a wide-bottomed glass to let the "Formidable" aromas of honey and toasty oak fully expand.
The Luxury Old Fashioned: If used in a cocktail, keep it simple. A bar spoon of brown sugar syrup and two dashes of pimento bitters will perfectly highlight the rum’s natural spice.
The Perfect Pairing: Pair with a high-quality, full-bodied cigar or a decadent crème brûlée to mirror the rum's own dessert-like notes.