Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak St. Lucia Rum 70 cl 40%

A victor from 1782 lends his name to a fleet of rums, each named after a warship.

Expert description

Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak is a St. Lucia Rum, bottled at 40%, from St. Lucia Distillers. The range honours Admiral George Brydges Rodney's naval victory at the Battle of the Saints in 1782, where he defeated the French fleet, and each expression in the collection is named after one of the ships that distinguished themselves in the battle, including HMS Royal Oak. The rum is distilled on the distillery's Coffey column still, commissioned in 1984 with 45 plates, with the rums selected for the Admiral Rodney range drawn from the lower plates. The distillates are matured in used bourbon casks for between 5 and 9 years before blending.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers caramel, tropical fruit and a hint of spice.

Palate

The palate is round with brown sugar, vanilla and light oak.

Finish

The finish is medium to long, warm and sweet.

Specifications

Name: Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak St. Lucia Rom
Distillery: St. Lucia Distillers
Region/Country: St. Lucia
Type: Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Sweet · Tropical · Warm · Spicy

Did you know?

Each expression in the Admiral Rodney range is named after a specific warship from the Battle of the Saints in 1782 — a naval battle in which Admiral George Rodney secured a decisive British victory over the French fleet.

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Frequently asked questions about Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak St. Lucia Rom

Who was Admiral Rodney?

George Brydges Rodney was a British admiral, known for his victory at the Battle of the Saints in 1782 against the French fleet — a victory the entire rum range honours.

Why is each expression named after a ship?

The range honours the individual warships that distinguished themselves during the 1782 battle, with each expression carrying the name of one of these vessels, in this case HMS Royal Oak.

How is Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak St. Lucia Rom best served?

Neat, on the rocks, or in classic rum cocktails like a Rum Old Fashioned.

How should Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak St. Lucia Rum 70 cl 40% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

Is Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak St. Lucia Rum 70 cl 40% a good gift idea?

Yes, Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak St. Lucia Rum 70 cl 40% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

What food pairs well with Admiral Rodney HMS Royal Oak St. Lucia Rum 70 cl 40%?

Pairs well with dark chocolate, dried fruit or a Cuban cigar for the full experience.