Cut To The Overproof Rum

Cut To The Overproof Rum is a daring spirit that exemplifies strength and character. Amazingly smooth for an overproof spiced rum, it is infused with a rich blend of spices that elevate its profile. On the nose, you'll encounter rich aromas of caramelised sugar, tropical fruits, and a hint of spices that promise an exciting tasting journey. The palate is met with bold notes of molasses and dark chocolate, intertwined with luscious tropical fruits and signature spices, creating a harmonious blend. The finish is long and warming, with a subtle smokiness that lingers, inviting you to take another sip.

• Distillery: Cut Rum - Worthy Park
• Type: Overproof Spiced Rum
• Region: United Kingdom
  
• Alcohol: 69%
  
• Volume: 700ml
  
• Goes with: Neat or over ice

Simply put - Cut Rum wanted to make quality rum for people who were tired of average tasting liquid with synthetic flavouring. They looked to the Worthy Park estate in Jamaica, who have been creating award winning rum since the 1700's on their 10,000 acres of land in the heart of the island.

Using traditional Jamaican stills from the famous Forsyth's factories in Scotland, the guys at Worthy Park create rum with real heart and soul and give them a perfect base to create their range of rums.

Using only the finest natural spices sourced from around the world, Cut Rum have created a range of rums with real depth and flavour. Perfect for sipping and versatile enough to make great drinks.

The Distillery

Most of the rum used in Cut Rum hails from the lush Lluidas Vale in Jamaica - a verdant region nestled between Kingston and Ocho Rios. This is no ordinary corner of the island; rum has been lovingly crafted here since 1720, and the tradition continues with extraordinary skill. The distillery itself sits 366 metres above sea level, surrounded by an estate that spans over 10,000 acres. It is one of just five remaining estates in Jamaica that continue to grow their own sugar cane and distil rum on-site, having withstood even the harshest droughts.

At the heart of their craft are copper pot stills, designed and built by the acclaimed Forsyths still makers in Scotland. Modelled on the traditional Jamaican alambic style, these stills give the rum its unmistakable depth - its 'body and soul'. The ageing process takes place in ex-American bourbon barrels, adding warmth and richness to every drop. With a long list of accolades to their name, including Best Distillery in 2016, it was only natural that they became the distilling partner for Cut Rum. 

The Ingredients

Cut Rum is created using only the finest natural ingredients, carefully sourced from around the world. The vanilla and peppercorns come from Madagascar; coriander seed, cinnamon and aniseed are brought in from the aromatic heartlands of South India; while the nutmeg is harvested in the West Indies.

These ingredients form the backbone of both the Spiced and Overproof rums, though the proportions differ between blends. Higher strength spirits like the Overproof require a delicate balance - cinnamon, for instance, can become quite dominant at between 69.9% - 75.5% ABV, so a lighter touch is used. This is just one of the reasons why the Overproof has a subtler profile than its Spiced counterpart.

The Smoking

Cut Smoked Rum is one of the very first of its kind in the UK - a labour of love that took two years to perfect, but the result is something truly extraordinary.

To achieve its signature flavour, real American oak chips are burned in a specialised furnace, releasing a rich, sweet smokiness. As the smoke is collected, small amounts of three-year-old Jamaican rum are introduced and channelled into a condenser. Under carefully controlled pressure, this process produces a bold, natural smoke condensate with a rum base. 

This condensate is then meticulously filtered to remove any toxins or carcinogens, leaving behind a beautifully intense smoked rum. It’s then blended with the rest of the three-year-old Jamaican rum—already infused with Arabica coffee beans and natural tobacco extract. Once blended, the liquid undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure the balance is just right, before being allowed to rest in oak barrels, giving all the ingredients time to harmonise.

• Gold - 2019 Food and Beverage Excellence Awards