Blackwell Rum

Blackwell Rum
TypeRum
ManufacturerJ. Wray and Nephew Ltd.
Country of origin Jamaica
Introduced2008
Alcohol by volume 40% (UK)
40% (US & Export)
ColourDark
Websitehttp://www.blackwellrum.com/

Blackwell Rum (marketed as Blackwell Black Gold Rum) is a Jamaican brand of rum, manufactured by J. Wray & Nephew Ltd.

History of the company

The company was established by the Island Records founder Chris Blackwell and the advertising executive and entrepreneur Richard Kirshenbaum in 2008. Blackwell's son, Chris Blackwell Jr., is also closely involved in the enterprise.[1] The rum is distilled and blended by J.Wray and Nephew and distributed throughout the Caribbean and in other markets, including North America and the United Kingdom.[2]

Recipe and distillation process

The blend developed by Blackwell and the master blender Joy Spence is based on a traditional recipe from the days when Blackwell's mother's family, the Lindo's, owned J. Wray and Nephew and Appleton Estate.[1]

Blackwell Rum is produced from Jamaican sugar cane, water and yeast to produce a blend between a traditional ‘heavy’ pot and a lighter column still rum. Once distilled, it is aged in American oak barrels for enhanced richness.[3][4]

Awards and recognition

  • Finalist, with 92/100 – Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2012[5]
  • Gold Medal, with 94/100 – Beverage Testing Institute 2012[6]
  • International Spirits Challenge 2012 - Silver Medal for Design; Bronze Medal for Tasting[7]
  • Gold Medal – Global Rum Masters 2015[8]
  • Gold Medal Gold/Dark Rum – Festival Rum Bahamas[9]

Blackwell Rum appeared in the 2012 American comedy series Anger Management.[10] It was also featured in the 2021 James Bond film No Time to Die and the reality competition show 007: Road to a Million.[11][12]

References

  1. ^ a b "Rum Journal: Jamaica's Blackwell Rum". Caribjournal.com. 13 July 2012. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
  2. ^ Edward Helmore (8 May 2012). "Chris Blackwell: the original trustafarian". Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
    - "Mangrove to distribute Blackwell rum". Harpers. 12 March 2013. Archived from the original on 5 May 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
    - "Blackwell Enters US Market". Rum Connection. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
  3. ^ "Blackwell Rum: The Black Gold of Jamaica | Société Perrier". Societeperrier.com. 17 October 2012. Archived from the original on 30 June 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
  4. ^ Kahle, Laurie. "Worldwise: Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Chris Blackwell's Favorite Things". Barron's.
  5. ^ "Ultimate Beverage Challenge — 2012 Spirits Certificates". Ultimate-beverage.com. Archived from the original on 30 June 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
  6. ^ Beverage Testing Institute, [email protected]. "Spirits Review for Blackwell Fine Jamaican Rum $30". Tastings.com. Archived from the original on 24 March 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
  7. ^ "International Spirits Challenge". International Spirits Challenge. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
  8. ^ "The Spirit Business". The Spirit Business. Retrieved 3 November 2015.
  9. ^ "The Rum Connection". The Rum Connection. Retrieved 2015-03-11.
  10. ^ "Explore Chris Blackwell, Island Records and more!". Pinterest.com. Retrieved 3 May 2013.
  11. ^ "He Once Scouted Jamaican Beaches for 'Dr. No.' Now, His 007 Rum Will Appear in 'No Time to Die.'". Esquire. 2020-11-20. Retrieved 2024-04-06.
  12. ^ "TAKE THE SPY ROAD – Reviewing Bond's fun new sidebar series, 007 – ROAD TO A MILLION – MARK O'CONNELL". Retrieved 2024-04-06.