Forty years after the so-called Black Tot Day In 1970, when the British Royal Navy ended its 300-year habit of giving sailors a daily ration of rum, the Black Tot Last Consignment offers us a glimpse into the history of rum and maritime traditions. Rum for the Royal Navy has been imported from the West Indies since 1784, although the tradition of daily rations began as early as 1655. Black Tot Last Consignment is produced from the last remaining stocks of Royal Navy rum stored in stone carafes since 31 July 1970. when the last call for rum was given. This piece of history has flown beautifully to 54.3% ABV and is sold with a cup-like cup used in the days of daily rum rations, a wooden case, a rum ration voucher, and a book about the history of Black Tot written by rum expert Dave. Broom.
Aroma: deep with vanilla, black fruit, licorice and skin.
Taste : sweet and oak. Tones of coffee and fruit cake and a good dose of pepper.
Conclusion: tobacco, wood and only a hint of fruit.
