Appleton Estate Joy 25-Year

After finding out from the “LC” that they would not be carrying this product (Brutal!!!); I was able to nab three of these bad boys in South Carolina.
I am glad to report that if your a fan of the Appleton line; you will not be disappointed.
For a rum that has been aged between 25 to 35 years; they have managed to keep the oak under control. All the signature Appleton taste and smell is there as well.
For me this is almost a 10 but I think I will give it a 9 1/2. I just wish there was something else on the finish other then oak.
My wife and I opened this on our 9th wedding anniversary, so from this point forward; this will only be sampled on future anniversaries.

Really great rum, however (and I might be showing ignorance here, don't correct me, just pity me) I'm not sure it's worth such a massive price tag, when I have had rums I have liked just as much for less than half the price

It's a very good rum and it I were a huge fan of Appleton it would be a 10 but there are better runs for the price.

The nose has has vanilla, caramel, and oak. The palate has oak, spice, and cream or buttery finish. A lovely opportunity to taste a stellar rum.

Beautifully crafted. Pleasant aroma with hints of vanilla, bananas, oak and citrus. Very smooth and an unbelievable lingering taste with hints of honey. Great sipping rum.

Nice, balanced and very aromatic, it s a good buy if you are an Appleton fan..

Rich honey colour
Smells quite similar to the 21, but less okay and with a bit more caramel.
On the palate: toasted caramel come to the front, with hints of cinnamon, then back to the warm caramel. Stewed apricot adds a lightness and slight fruitiness. Finally, some subtle Jamaican funk in the last thing on the palate. Overall, most unlike any Appleton rum I've had. Closer in dryness and body to a Bajan rum, but the rich brown sugar and caramel notes take it to another level, while the slight fruitiness cuts through.

Lots of distinct flavors packing a huge punch.drink up my friends

My favorite rum of all time. What an "English Style" rum should aim to be

This rum is incredible delicious! Appleton 12 year , signature, and rare casks taste nothing like this rum. I dumped out the rare cask it was so disagreeable with me. I still want to try the 21 year.
Very expensive rum to only share with the best of company.