Rumbullion XO 15 years Professor Cornelius Ampleforth Rum 46,2%

The name comes from a 350 year old word for rum, and the bottle looks pulled straight out of Professor Cornelius Ampleforth's own laboratory.

Expert description

Rumbullion XO 15 Year Professor Cornelius Ampleforth Rum is an English spiced Rum, blended from Caribbean rums aged up to 15 years and bottled at 46.2%.

Behind the eccentric name stands Ableforth's, an English spirits house founded in 2011, which blends the aged rums with Madagascan vanilla, orange peel, cinnamon, cloves and cardamom. The XO expression builds on the original Rumbullion, using older, more complex rums at its core and a higher strength, giving it more weight and spice depth than the standard release.

Tasting notes

Nose

Unusual and inviting with apricot, orange and vanilla, complemented by tropical notes of banana and mango.

Palate

Spicy character with pronounced vanilla and orange peel, where cinnamon, cloves and cardamom create a complex, harmonious whole with a hint of wood.

Finish

Medium length with marmalade-like orange, vanilla and light wood.

Specifications

Bottler: Ableforth's
Region/Country: Caribbean / England
Type: Spiced Rum
Age: 15 years
ABV: 46.2%
Size: 50 CL
Edition: XO
EAN no.: 5052598054151
Serving suggestion: In a tulip glass or as a Rumbullion Hot Toddy

Flavour profile

Spiced · Vanilla · Orange · Complex · Warming

Did you know?

The word "rumbullion" is an old English slang term for uproar and commotion, already used on Barbados in 1651 as one of the earliest names for rum itself – long before the word "rum" caught on.

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Frequently asked questions about Rumbullion XO 15 Year

What sets the XO expression apart from standard Rumbullion?

XO is built on rums aged up to 15 years and bottled at a higher strength of 46.2%, giving it more depth, wood influence and spice intensity than the original Rumbullion.

What spices are added?

Madagascan vanilla, orange peel, cinnamon, cloves and cardamom are the backbone of the blend.

Why is it called Rumbullion?

The name comes from a 17th century English term already used on Barbados in 1651 as one of the earliest labels for rum.

How should Rumbullion XO be served?

In a tulip glass at room temperature to release the spices fully, or gently warmed as a Rumbullion Hot Toddy.

Does it pair well with food?

The warm spices and marmalade-like orange note make it a good match for Christmas food, aged cheese or a fruit tart.

Is Rumbullion XO a good gift?

Its eccentric bottle and crafted style make it a natural gift for a rum enthusiast keen to try something outside the classic Caribbean styles.