Blackwell Rum
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| Type | Rum |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | J. Wray and Nephew Ltd. |
| Country of origin | Jamaica |
| Introduced | 2008 |
| Alcohol by volume | 40% (UK) 40% (US & Export) |
| Colour | Dark |
| Website | http://www.blackwellrum.com/ |
Blackwell Rum (marketed as Blackwell Black Gold Rum) is a Jamaican brand of rum.
History of the company
The company was established by the Island Records founder Chris Blackwell and the advertising executive and entrepreneur Richard Kirshenbaum in 2008. Blackwell's son, Chris Blackwell Jr, is also closely involved in the enterprise.[1] The rum is distilled and blended by J.Wray and Nephew and distributed throughout the Caribbean and in other markets, including North America and the UK.[2]
Recipe and distillation process
The blend developed by Blackwell and the master blender Joy Spence is based on a traditional recipe from the days when Blackwell's mother's family (the Lindo family) owned J. Wray & Nephew and Appleton Estate.[1]
Blackwell Rum is produced from Jamaican sugar cane, water and yeast to produce a blend between a traditional ‘heavy’ pot and a lighter column still rum. Once distilled, it is aged in American oak barrels.[3]
Awards and recognition
- Finalist, with 92/100 – Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2012.[4]
- Gold Medal, with 94/100 – Beverage Testing Institute 2012.[5]
- International Spirits Challenge 2012 - Silver Medal for Design; Bronze Medal for Tasting.[6]
- Gold Medal – Global Rum Masters 2015.[7]
- Gold Medal Gold/Dark Rum – Festival Rum Bahamas.[8]
In popular culture
Blackwell Rum appeared in the 2012 American comedy series Anger Management.[9]
References
- ^ a b "Rum Journal: Jamaica's Blackwell Rum". Caribjournal.com. 13 July 2012. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
- ^ Edward Helmore (8 May 2012). "Chris Blackwell: the original trustafarian". Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
- "Mangrove to distribute Blackwell rum". Harpers. 12 March 2013. Archived from the original on 5 May 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
- "Blackwell Enters US Market". Rum Connection. Retrieved 3 May 2013. - ^ "Blackwell Rum: The Black Gold of Jamaica | Société Perrier". Societeperrier.com. 17 October 2012. Archived from the original on 30 June 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
- ^ "Ultimate Beverage Challenge — 2012 Spirits Certificates". Ultimate-beverage.com. Archived from the original on 30 June 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
- ^ Beverage Testing Institute, webmaster@tastings.com. "Spirits Review for Blackwell Fine Jamaican Rum $30". Tastings.com. Archived from the original on 24 March 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
- ^ "International Spirits Challenge". International Spirits Challenge. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
- ^ "The Spirit Business". The Spirit Business. Retrieved 3 November 2015.
- ^ "The Rum Connection". The Rum Connection. Retrieved 2015-03-11.
- ^ "Explore Chris Blackwell, Island Records and more!". Pinterest.com. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
