$44.00
Smith & Cross Traditional Jamaican Rum
Smith & Cross Jamaican Rum contains only Wedderburn and Plummer pot still distillates, famous for their notes of caramelized banana, exotic fruits and spice and earthy finish. This is old-school rum, without the now-common influence of other wines and spirits, chill filtration, excess dilution, or added sugar. The complexity and flavor depth of this Navy Strength (57%) rum makes it a cornerstone of classic rum drinks, and the best Jamaican rum for providing the richness that punches and Tiki drinks require. The mark of Smith & Cross traces its lineage to 1788 as one of England’s most prominent handlers of Jamaica Rum.
In addition to using Smith & Cross in tiki drinks, one can showcase its high esters in a classic Daiquiri or Mai Tai. Do not confine its ability to rum classics. The modern Kingston Negroni is a cocktail beloved by many bartenders. The rum’s baking spices mingle with the sweet red vermouth while the caramel note is balanced by the gentian-forward red bitter. In a similar vein, stir Cocchi Vermouth di Torino with Smith & Cross, a little maraschino and orange bitters for one of our favorite riffs on a Martinez.
In addition to using Smith & Cross in tiki drinks, one can showcase its high esters in a classic Daiquiri or Mai Tai. Do not confine its ability to rum classics. The modern Kingston Negroni is a cocktail beloved by many bartenders. The rum’s baking spices mingle with the sweet red vermouth while the caramel note is balanced by the gentian-forward red bitter. In a similar vein, stir Cocchi Vermouth di Torino with Smith & Cross, a little maraschino and orange bitters for one of our favorite riffs on a Martinez.