Planteray Original Dark Rum 40%

The intense, full-bodied style of Jamaica and Barbados meet in this blend, which then sails to France for a final polish.

Expert Description

Planteray Original Dark is a Rum blend from Jamaica and Barbados, bottled at 40%.

The rum combines the rich, intense style of Jamaica and Barbados, whose notes of plum, banana and vanilla are enhanced through careful blending and further maturation in France. The result is a deep, structured profile spiced with cinnamon and clove, where a lightly smoky quality adds texture to the rum. Original Dark is one of Planteray's most accessible and versatile releases.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Black peppercorn, clove, cinnamon, baked cherry, prune and molasses, revealing forest, leaves, black tea and dry stone over time.

Palate

Fruity entry with white raisins and dried pineapple in a slightly dry style, while the mid-palate turns spicy, sharp and mineral, noticeably drier than the entry, finishing spicy.

Finish

Spicy and slightly dry with lingering notes of clove, black tea and dark fruit.

Specifications

Name: Planteray Original Dark
Region/Country: Jamaica / Barbados
Type: Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 3460410538499
Serving suggestion: Enjoy neat or in a Dark 'n' Stormy

Distillery: Planteray

Flavour Profile

Spicy · Full-bodied · Dark · Fruity · Structured

Did You Know?

Original Dark is named for the blend's historic role as the distillery's foundational, versatile rum, used as a building block in several other Planteray releases, including the pineapple-infused Stiggins' Fancy series.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Planteray Original Dark

Which countries does the rum come from?

It is a blend of rum from Jamaica and Barbados, further matured in France.

How should this rum be served?

It can be enjoyed neat, but also works well in cocktails such as a Dark 'n' Stormy.

Is Original Dark used in other Planteray products?

Yes, it serves as the base for several of the brand's other releases, including the pineapple-infused Stiggins' Fancy series.

What gives the rum its smoky quality?

It comes from the intense style of the Jamaican rum in the blend, combined with cask maturation.

Is this rum suitable for beginners?

Yes, its versatile, approachable profile makes it a good introduction to dark Caribbean rum.

What is the difference between Original Dark and Pineapple Original Dark?

The Pineapple version is a fruit-infused variant of the same base Original Dark blend.