First Impressions
Tamosi Original Blended Rum / New Blend Blended Modernist Rum arrives with the kind of quiet confidence that suggests real substance lies within. Produced in Jamaica, this agricole rum represents the distillery's commitment to quality over flash. 70cl / 46% - This small-batch blend contains un-aged column-distilled rums from Guyana and Panama, rhum agricole from Saint James in Martinique and high-ester pot still rum from Jamaica’s legendary Ha From the moment the cork is pulled, there is an inviting complexity that demands attention.
On the Nose & Palate
On the nose, this rum opens with mineral, white flower, eucalyptus, herbaceous, sugarcane juice, bell pepper. There is an attractive layering of aromas that shifts as the glass warms in the hand — initial impressions evolve into something more nuanced with each return. The palate delivers on the nose's promise with lime pith, grassy sweetness, white pepper, celery salt, green banana, herbal complexity. The mouthfeel is well-judged, carrying the flavours without overwhelming them.
The Finish
The finish is dry and herbaceous, grassy fade, green and fresh. At 46% ABV, the alcohol is well-integrated — present enough to carry the flavour but never harsh or intrusive. This is a rum that rewards patience; letting it breathe for a few minutes in the glass opens up additional layers of complexity that are worth discovering.
How to Drink It
The herbaceous character makes it perfect for a Ti Punch — the traditional French Caribbean serve of rum, lime, and cane syrup. Also excellent in a Rhum Agricole Daiquiri.
The Verdict
For £38.75, you are getting a well-crafted agricole rum that punches well above its weight. Tamosi Original Blended Rum / New Blend Blended Modernist Rum is the kind of bottle that quietly becomes a favourite — one you find yourself reaching for again and again.
