Planteray Pineapple Stiggins' Fancy Original Dark Rum

A lush and vibrant spiced dark rum that captures the essence of caramel-rich molasses and sun-kissed pineapple, Stiggins’ Fancy Original Dark Rum elevates tropical sweetness with sophisticated spice layers. It’s bold and friendly—rich enough to enjoy neat yet versatile enough to star in creative cocktails that balance fruit, acidity, and aromatic depth.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Stiggins’ Fancy Original Dark Rum is a Caribbean-style rum crafted with an emphasis on ripe fruit infusion and traditional aging. The foundation is a dark rum distilled from molasses, matured to develop deep caramel, toffee, and spice characters. What sets this expression apart is its natural pineapple infusion — using real, sun-ripened pineapple essence or maceration — which imparts vibrant citrus and tropical fruit notes without artificial sweetness.

The result is a spirit that showcases classic dark-rum backbone (rich sugars, oak, molasses) intertwined with pineapple brightness and subtle spices. Bottled at a friendly but flavorful proof (often around 35–40% ABV), this rum delivers both approachable sipping dynamics and cocktail versatility.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Ripe pineapple and golden raisin aromas mingle with vanilla bean, toasted oak, brown sugar, and a hint of warm baking spice. A subtle tropical perfume lifts the deeper molasses notes.

Palate:
Juicy pineapple and candied citrus burst forth alongside rich caramel and toffee. Notes of clove, cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg integrate with molasses and light oak, giving both sweetness and structure.

Finish:
Medium-long, with lingering tropical fruit and spice. Soft vanilla and faint oak tannins round out the close, offering pleasant warmth and balance.

Cocktail Recipes & Serving Ideas

1. Pineapple Rum Old Fashioned

A tropical twist on the classic.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Stiggins’ Fancy Original Dark Rum

• ¼ oz Demerara syrup (or ½ tsp sugar + splash hot water)

• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

• Orange peel garnish

Method

1. In a mixing glass, combine rum, syrup, and bitters with ice.

2. Stir until well chilled.

3. Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.

4. Express orange peel over the drink and drop in.

Flavor Profile: Rich caramel sweetness with pineapple warmth and citrus spice.

2. Stiggins’ Pineapple Daiquiri

Crisp, simple, and fruit-forward.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Stiggins’ Fancy Original Dark Rum

• ¾ oz fresh lime juice

• ½ oz pineapple juice

• ½ oz simple syrup

Method

1. Shake all ingredients with ice.

2. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.

3. Garnish with a lime wheel or pineapple frond.

Flavor Profile: Tropical, bright, and balanced—pineapple and lime dance with rich rum depth.

3. Caribbean Pineapple Mojito

Refreshing with herbal lift.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Stiggins’ Fancy Original Dark Rum

• ¾ oz fresh lime juice

• ½ oz simple syrup

• 6–8 fresh mint leaves

• Soda water

• Pineapple wedge & mint sprig

Method

1. Muddle mint with lime juice and simple syrup in highball glass.

2. Add rum and ice.

3. Top with soda water and gently stir.

4. Garnish with pineapple wedge & mint.

Flavor Profile: Bright mint and lime cut through sweet pineapple for a refreshing sipper.

4. Pineapple Dark & Stormy

A tropical spin on the classic stormy.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Stiggins’ Fancy Original Dark Rum

• 3 oz ginger beer

• ½ oz pineapple juice

• Lime wedge

Method

1. Build in a highball glass filled with ice.

2. Add rum and pineapple juice, then top with ginger beer.

3. Squeeze lime wedge and drop in.

Flavor Profile: Spicy ginger zip meets juicy pineapple and deep rum sweetness.

Pairing Suggestions

Stiggins’ Fancy Original Dark Rum pairs beautifully with:

• Grilled pineapple or jerk pork – echoes the rum’s tropical fruit and spice.

• Dark chocolate desserts – complements molasses and caramel notes.

• Citrus-macerated cheeses like aged Gouda – balances sweetness and acidity.

Quick Overview

"Ripe golden pineapple flavors are cheerful and unmistakable from the glass. With balanced sweetness, there is tons of fresh pineapple aroma and flavor without being syrupy. Brown sugar and baking spice notes support this rum that is an overall celebration of tropical fruit." 96 Points, 2020 Ultimate Spirits Challenge