Myers's Singature Cask Collection George T Stagg Jamaican Rum

A bold and innovative crossover spirit, this limited-edition rum combines the deep molasses-rich character of Jamaican dark rum with the potent history of bourbon barrel finishing. The George T. Stagg barrel finish propels the rum into intense territory — rich oak, dark fruit and deep molasses swirl together in an experience made for both sipping and serious discovery.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Myers’s Rum, rooted in Jamaica and distilling solely from pure Jamaican molasses, has a new premium chapter in its Signature Cask Collection. For this expression, the base is Jamaican dark rum produced via a blend of pot and column stills, matured in white-oak barrels in Jamaica. This particular release is then finished in barrels that previously held the legendary George T. Stagg bourbon from the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. Bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof), this rum showcases a daring fusion of Caribbean tradition and American bourbon legacy.

Critics Reviews

• Industry commentary notes that Myers’s “Signature Cask” series represents a serious step into premium territory, using iconic bourbon barrels to add depth and character to Jamaican rum.

• One outlet described the George T. Stagg finish as delivering “cherry-cola, treacle, toasted oak and camp-fire smoke” — a flavour profile rarely found in traditional rum finishes.

• Rum and whiskey enthusiasts appreciate the crossover appeal: this is a rum for whiskey lovers and a whiskey-barrel-finish experience for rum fans.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Dark molasses and brown sugar dominate, layered with leather, espresso, toasted oak and a hint of charred sugarcane.

• Palate: Rich and full-bodied — intense brown sugar and melted dark chocolate meet dark cherry, toasted oak and a subtle smoky backbone. Vanilla and caramel soften the edges, while oak tannin gives structure.

• Finish: Robust and lingering — warm oak, leather, camp-fire smoke and dark fruit linger on the palate, leaving a sense of depth and weight uncommon in many dark rums.

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