Forty years after the so-called Black Tot Day in 1970, when the British Royal Navy ended its 300-year tradition of giving sailors a daily rum ration, Black Tot Last Consignment offers a glimpse into the history of rum and naval traditions. Rum for the Royal Navy was imported from the West Indies since 1784, although the tradition of daily rations began as early as 1655. Black Tot Last Consignment is made from the last remaining stocks of Royal Navy rum, which was stored in stone flagons since July 31, 1970, when the final call for the rum ration was made. This piece of history is beautifully bottled at 54.3% ABV and is sold along with a glass similar to those used during the days of rum rations, a wooden case, a voucher for a rum ration, and a book on the history of Black Tot written by rum expert Dave Broom.
Nose: deep with vanilla, dark fruits, sweet wood, and leather.
Palate: sweet and oaky. Notes of coffee and fruitcake with a good dose of spice.
Finish: tobacco, wood, and just a hint of fruit.
