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Matt’s Avatar Matt
14th July at 23:40
Jamaican overproof is dominant flavor, even with only 1/2 oz. Others note that letting it rest (and get a little melt-water) helps mellow it out - I think I'll make with cube ice next time. Also, PX sherry adds sweetness and a nice flavor, but not as much sweet as the demerara syrup I use in a Rum O.F.
G. M. Genovese’s Avatar G. M. Genovese
30th August 2023 at 23:25
My personal notes say this is brand-dependent, and I'm sure you'd agree. Appleton 8 and Hamilton 151 was serviceable at first, though as the block of ice melted, it vastly improved. Something to play with.
G. M. Genovese’s Avatar G. M. Genovese
30th August 2023 at 23:30
O. F. T. D. replacing the Hamilton?... Different drink; maybe more edgy and focused in its rum nuances, but not necessarily better.
John KM’s Avatar John KM
9th December 2022 at 22:52
One of my favourite cocktails ever. The taste is exquisite
John Hinojos’ Avatar John Hinojos
18th September 2022 at 03:47
It is boozy and dry. Definitely, a cocktail that needs to rest and let some of the block of ice melt. First comes over like firewater, but afterward becomes a very nice sipper. It is definitely a 10 or 10+ on the boozy scale.