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Hampden Rum Sponge No. 11 JMH 1998
Most tasters land around "very good but not wow," and the sticking point is the same for several: at 62.6% the alcohol could sit better in the glass. What everyone agrees on is the smoke — a chipotle-BBQ note running from nose to finish that sets this Hampden apart from the pack. Under it: glue, grilled pineapple, marzipan and cedar, with a chili prickle on the palate. A different kind of Hampden, even for purists.
The community says- Smoked-BBQ note
- Grilled pineapple funk
- But: Hot at 62.6%
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How does Hampden Rum Sponge No. 11 JMH 1998 taste?
Aggregated from 11 community reviews.
Smoky, funky 22yo Hampden at full proof A 22-year Hampden most call excellent yet short of stunning — the smoked-BBQ twist wins fans, while a few wish the high proof were more integrated.
Hampden fans wanting a smoky twist
anyone put off by high proof
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How is Hampden Rum Sponge No. 11 JMH 1998 rated?
RumX’s 0–10 scale is strict: 8.8 sits in the “Very good” band. 100% of tasters rate it Good or better; only 0% rate it below average. See the full rating guide →
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What does the community say?
9% rate it between 6 and 8. 5 selected write-ups from 11 community ratings. You can view the complete list in our app.
Review by DomM
Nose is very nice. It has a lingering smoked pepper / chipotle bbq note which I like very much. This comes alongside classic Hampden notes with pineapple (acidity as well as grilled) and some marzipan. Very nice. Intense yet well balanced on the palate. Smokiness is present again but not dominating. I get some herbal notes alongside Hampden funk with grilled pineapple and tropical fruits.
Review by Serge
Delicious continental Hampden with a great smoky note, which goes wonderfully with the pineapple, the fine wood and the cooked fruit with spices. There is also a little spiciness (chili) on the palate, which with the pineapple and smoke really makes you want to barbecue. Alcohol could be better integrated.
Review by Vincent D
FUNKY ! Wow, cette odeur ! On se téléporte en Jamaïque dans la demi seconde. De la colle, des fruits très mûrs. Puis un ananas doux et subtil. La première gorgée est forte. Les 62° sont bien là. C'est fort et piquant. Presque comme du piment (fort). Immédiatement, le feu est calmé pour une gourmandise incroyable. Tout ce sucre et ce fruit ! Le piquant reste très longtemps en bouche. L'ananas est présent en arrière-plan également. Puis l'aération laissent apparaître une touche iodée ainsi que le bois qui était resté très discret jusque là. C'est franchement très bon. Malheureusement, trop fort pour moi pour devenir un rhum du quotidien. Ca reste une vraie belle découverte. Edit : impression confirmée. Bombe d'esters avec un joli boisé mais un ABV très élevé pour moi.
Review by Boletus
Ein toller Hampden, der alles mit sich bringt, was ich an dieser Destillerie schätze. Besonders gut gelungen finde ich im Mund den Wechsel vom anfänglichen, adstringierenden Esterkick über die vergorenen, säuerlichen Fruchtnoten hin zum röstigen Fasseinfluss mit seiner sanften Holzrauchbegleitung. Das Mundgefühl ist dabei ansprechend lebhaft, ohne nennenswerte alkoholische Spitzen, und setzt dadurch die beeindruckende Aromendichte gekonnt in Szene.
Review by Benoit Mahe
A well-made Hampden without being wow. The alcohol could have been better integrated into the nose.
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Details about Hampden Rum Sponge No. 11 JMH 1998
A Pot Still Rum from Jamaica, bottled by Decadent Drinks LTD, at 62,6%.
Community purchases
14 bottles logged by 9 collectors.
A collector's bottle.
14% opened, 0 emptied and repurchased.
14 purchased · 11 tasted · 4 wishlist · as of
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