Islay Rum Inaugural Release 2022 The Original Port Ellen Geal Pure Single Rum 45%

When The Islay Rum Company opened its doors in 2022, this Inaugural Release marked a historic moment: Islay's very first rum ever.

Expert Description

Islay Rum Inaugural Release 2022 Geal is a Scottish Rum from Islay, unaged and bottled at 45%.

The rum is distilled by The Islay Rum Company in the former Hastie's Old Lemonade Factory in Port Ellen by distiller Ben Inglis, who uses dunder and wild yeast in a fermentation process lasting 168 hours, followed by distillation on a double-retort pot still. This Inaugural Release from 2022 is a clear, unaged pure single rum that shows the distillate's pure character without any wood influence. As the distillery's very first release ever, it marks a historic moment for Islay, an island otherwise known exclusively for its whisky.

The result is an intense, ester-rich rum, where tropical fruit meets a clear, funky character without any cask influence.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Tropical fruit, funky esters and a light sweetness.

Palate

Intense and clean with spice and a hint of fruit.

Finish

Medium length with lingering ester character.

Specifications

Name: Islay Rum Inaugural Release 2022 Geal
Distillery: The Islay Rum Company
Region/Country: Scotland (Islay)
Type: Scottish Rum
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL
EAN No.: 5024720417004
Distillation Method: Double-retort Pot Still
Edition: Inaugural Release 2022
Serving Suggestion: Neat or in a funky Tiki cocktail

Flavour Profile

Intense · Clean · Funky · Tropical · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. As the distillery's very first release, marking the start of Islay's rum history, the bottle carries a historic significance that may interest collectors beyond the tasting experience itself.

Did You Know?

This bottle represents the very first rum ever produced on Islay, an island otherwise known exclusively for its peated whisky.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Islay Rum Inaugural Release 2022 Geal

What is Islay Rum Inaugural Release 2022 Geal?

It's a Scottish Rum from Islay, unaged and bottled at 45%, released as the distillery's very first.

Is it worth the money?

Yes, as the very first release from Islay's first rum distillery, the bottle carries a historic significance that makes it interesting for both rum and whisky collectors.

What does Islay Rum Inaugural Release 2022 Geal taste like?

It smells of tropical fruit and funky esters, while the palate is intense and clean with spice and a hint of fruit.

What's the difference between this and the Barrel Aged edition?

This Inaugural Release is unaged and shows the distillate's pure character, while the Barrel Aged edition has spent time in cask.

Why is it historic?

It marks the very first rum ever distilled on Islay, an island otherwise known only for whisky.

How should Islay Rum Inaugural Release 2022 Geal be enjoyed?

It works well neat or as the base of a funky Tiki cocktail.