- Address: Nassau Valley, Siloah in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
- Year of foundation: 1825
- Website: www.appletonestate.com
Most of the rum on the planet is produced in Jamaica . The most famous factory in the country is Appleton (Appleton Estate).
general information
It is the oldest firm in the world, which was opened in 1825. In 1957, it included a sugar plantation, which since 1749 produced the rum "Appleton". By the way, since this time the punch recipe has not changed, and it is kept in strictest secrecy. This drink has no analogues in the whole world.
Currently, the Roma Appleton plant grows quality sugar cane used in production, and also owns its distillery. In the production of rum, staff closely monitor all stages, carefully sorting out the original products. For fermentation use only natural yeast and crystal clear water from the limestone well. For blending and distillation, they invented their own method, which has not changed for several centuries. Appleton Estate is located in the south of the country, in the ecologically clean valley of Nassau. It is here that the famous rum is produced, which has a complex bouquet of aromas.
Excursions at the rum Appleton factory
This is a popular tourist attraction in Jamaica , which is visited annually by tens of thousands of tourists. Visitors will be guided through the territory of the enterprise, will demonstrate the various stages of the existing production, equipment and initial equipment, will acquaint them with the fascinating history of making punch from the sources to our days. It is possible to experience, by one's own experience, how difficult was the labor of slaves when collecting sugar cane and processing it.
It is also interesting to look at special distillation copper cubes, where the drink acquires its refined and unique taste. Also tourists will be taken to the cellars, where rum ripens in years in oak casks (with a volume of more than 150 liters).
At the end of the tour, the guests, of course, expect a tasting of different varieties of punch. If you do not like strong drinks, then you will be offered tasty and soft liqueurs. By the way, visitors are also welcomed with a glass of rum. On average, a tour of the factory takes 45 minutes, the price usually includes a guide and a transfer.
Visit the factory Roma Appleton can be both individually and as part of the group. For travelers, the doors of the establishment are open from Monday to Saturday, from 9am. The last tour starts here at 15:30. On Sunday and on public holidays, the institution does not work.
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Description of the varieties of rum
Those wishing to purchase rum in Appleton Estate, at the local souvenir shop, will be offered the entire line of manufactured punch. In the shop you can also buy memorable figurines, magnets or postcards.
The most popular varieties in the rum Appleton factory are the following drinks:
- Appleton Estate is an upscale rum that has been produced for several decades. He earned the highest world awards, including at the World Exhibition in Paris.
- Appleton Estate Reserve Blend has a woody flavor with a aftertaste of nutmeg. The composition of the spices consists of 20 varieties, 2 of which are added by Joy Spence, giving the rum delicious and versatile taste.
- Appleton Estate Rare Blend - a punch has at least 12 years of aging. For its production, rare golden varieties are used. The drink has a woody flavor and even taste.
Appleton Estate is considered to be the oldest kind of rum, since it has an endurance of at least 50 years. The cost of a bottle of rum starts from 5 US dollars, the average price for a punch is $ 10. The sellers very carefully pack the glass containers, so that you can bring your purchases home whole.
About what local dishes are combined with rum, read the article about the cuisine of Jamaica .
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How to get there?
The Rum Appleton factory is located in the Nassau Valley in the edge of the Cockpit-Country and it's not so easy to get here. To the institution from the Falmouth wharf you can take a taxi or a car. But it will be most convenient to get there with an organized excursion.
Appleton Estate is the largest and oldest rum producer in the world. The drink, created here, is saturated with passion, warmth and unique spirit of Jamaica. Having visited an exciting excursion, you will get an unforgettable experience.
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