Meyers's Original Dark Rum, Jamaica

Myers's Original Dark Rum from Jamaica is a bold, complex spirit that captures the essence of Caribbean tradition in every drop. Crafted from 100% pure Jamaican molasses and distilled using both pot and column stills, this storied rum offers a rich and robust profile ideal for sipping, mixing, or culinary use. Matured in white oak barrels for up to four years, it embodies a legacy that dates back to 1879, delivering depth, warmth, and an unmistakably Jamaican character.

Product Details:

• Type: Dark Rum
• Origin: Jamaica
• Alcohol: 40% ABV (80 Proof)
• Distillation: Pot and column stills
• Aging: Up to 4 years in white oak barrels
• Base Ingredient: 100% Jamaican molasses

Sensory Description:

Myers's Original Dark Rum opens with an inviting bouquet of mahogany and charred wood layered with nuances of blackstrap molasses, coffee, allspice, celery, and ripe pineapple. On the palate, it delivers a buttery entry that unfolds into rich flavors of sugarcane, caramel, honey, tobacco, dark chocolate, and hints of raisin and fig. The finish lingers with decadent notes of brown sugar, smoky oak, and dark cocoa, leaving a lasting impression of balance and depth.

Awards & Accolades:

• Double Gold – New York World Wine & Spirits Competition (2024)
• Double Gold – TAG Global Spirits Awards (2023)
• Silver – International Wine & Spirit Competition (2024, 2023)
• Silver – Denver International Spirits Competition (2024)
• Finalist – Ultimate Beverage Challenge (2023)
• Great Value – Ultimate Beverage Challenge (2023)
• Bronze – San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2023)
• Bronze – International Wine & Spirit Competition (2022)

Distiller's  Background:

Founded in 1879 by Fred L. Myers in Kingston, Jamaica, Myers's Rum has become a global emblem of Jamaican excellence. Over the generations, the brand has preserved its founder’s commitment to quality and authenticity. Still produced using the traditional combination of pot and column distillation and aged in white oak barrels, Myers's remains a benchmark for dark rums worldwide.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve Myers's Original Dark Rum neat or over ice at 18–20°C (64–68°F) to appreciate its layered complexity. For cocktails, it shines in a Dark 'n Stormy, Mai Tai, or classic rum and cola. In the kitchen, it adds depth to glazes, marinades, and desserts. Ideal food pairings include grilled jerk chicken, barbecued ribs, aged cheeses, or sticky toffee pudding.

Myers's Original Dark Rum is a time-honored Jamaican treasure that brings history, craftsmanship, and robust flavor together in one iconic bottle. Whether you're savoring it solo or using it to elevate your favorite recipes, it's an experience steeped in authenticity and Caribbean soul.