Appleton 20 Year 2002 Hearts Collection Jamaican Rum

This opens with aromas of chocolate covered strawberries, maple, florals, a hit of ‘hogo’ (subdued Jamacian funk), grilled pineapple, eucalyptus, and after eight mints. The palate hides it's proof (63%) well with integrated oak, some after dinner mints, a hit of earth and a touch of funk on the finish. D&M Tasting Notes July 2026 

(Master Blender: Joy Spence)

PRODUCER NOTES:

OVERVIEW: “Crafted in the heart of Jamaica, Appleton Estate Hearts Collection 2002 is made from 100% pot still rums from a total of only 20 casks, bottled for this unique release. This single-marque Jamaican rum was Distilled in 2002 and bottled in 2022, aged for 20 tropical years in the climate of Jamaica.”

TASTING: “The flavor profile offers vibrant orange blossoms wrapped with molasses, warm vanilla, medium roasted coffee and caramel, with a rich, smooth honeyed taste on the palate.”

ABOUT THE PRODUCER: “Appleton Estate can be found deep in the heart of Jamaica’s lush Nassau Valley, with a distinct landscape that is wholly unique and especially ideal for rum-making. The combination of the climate, soil and topography of Appleton Estate make it one of the few rums in the world to claim “terroir” as a point of difference. From the wide variety of sugarcane to the proprietary strain of non-GMO yeast and the ethereal blue water of the limestone spring that dilutes the molasses, Appleton Estate’s terroir creates one of the world’s finest Jamaican rums.”