HAMPDEN 7 Year Old 2011 LFCH Habitation Velier, 60.50% ABV

The LFCH is a potent, intriguing Jamaican rum distilled at Hampden in 2011 and aged for 7 years. Bottled by Habitation Velier, it sports an ABV of 60.5% and exudes enticing aromas of esters, tropical fruits, and hints of pineapple and banana. While celebrated for its signature Hampden character and balance of fruit, wood, and spice, it is potent yet surprisingly smooth. Limited to 7056 bottles, the rum’s complexity is noted despite its comparably lower ester content, making it approachable yet flavorsome with notes of glue and a long, satisfying finish. 

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Serving Suggestions
First things first, be comfortable, relaxed and free from distractions. Pour a healthy amount (15-25ml) into a nosing glass (e.g., glencairn) and let it sit for a while. We recommend a minute of resting in the glass for every year in the cask. Otherwise, let it settle down for 5-10 minutes at least.

Help yourself to a 'warm up dram' in the meantime - something simple to open up the palate. When ready, start nosing the spirit, followed by sipping it (noting how it arrives on your palate and its development), and finally the finish. Take your time to get to know the spirit, noting its expression, character, depth, complexity and flavours. These can all change with adding drops of water so play around to find different sides of the spirit and identity a personal sweet spot for yourself!

But always remember, the best way to drink it is the way you like it!