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River-Inspired Premium Rums

Appleton Estate is Updating its Premium Rum to Celebrate its Roots

— July 28, 2021 — Lifestyle
Appleton Estate's premium rum is undergoing an update to celebrate the brand's continued pursuit of excellence. The Jamaican Rum brand is the oldest continuously run rum distillery in the country. The company announced the launch of its updated and new super-premium 15-Year-Old Black River Casks rum, crafted by Master Blender Joy Spence.

Inspired by the Black River in Jamaica's Nassau Valley, the new rum pays homage to the region. The river's waters flow from the spring, which sources the limestone-filtered water used to create Appleton Estate's rum. Thus, the new update acts as a thank you to the land for providing the company with its resources. Aromas of toasted almond and delicate hazelnut inform the premium rum, followed by notes of orange peel, rich vanilla, roasted coffee, and molasses for a cream finish.

Image Credit: Appleton Estate
Trend Themes
1. River-inspired Premium Beverages - The trend of creating premium beverages that pay tribute to their origins and source material opens up opportunities for the creation of new, high-end drinks that highlight a location's unique qualities, such as water sources.
2. Sustainability in Distillery Production - Distilleries could take inspiration from Appleton Estate's gratitude to the environment and incorporate sustainability practices in their production processes, creating a point of differentiation and appeal for eco-conscious consumers.
3. Master Blender Expertise in Distillery Creation - The hiring and promotion of a Master Blender to lead the creation of a new premium product invokes the trend of bringing in experts to oversee and guide the development of high-quality goods.
Industry Implications
1. Rum Distilling - With the rising trend towards premium rum and the emergence of new artisanal rum brands, the rum distilling industry has the opportunity to diversify its product lines and experiment with new ingredients.
2. Beverage Production - The growing interest in premium beverages and drinks that highlight their regional origins presents an opportunity for beverage producers to explore and promote their unique selling points, such as water sources and their transformative effects on taste.
3. Sustainable Manufacturing - The incorporation of sustainable manufacturing processes in distillery production could serve as a point of difference and appeal for eco-conscious consumers, paving the way for similar practices in other areas of manufacturing.
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