Mermaid Spiced Rum — 750ml | 40% ABV

A Coastal Infusion of Caribbean Heritage Mermaid Spiced Rum is a sophisticated, small-batch spirit produced by the Isle of Wight Distillery. This expression begins with a carefully selected blend of sugar cane molasses rums from Trinidad and the Dominican Republic, aged for two years in oak barrels. Upon arrival at the distillery on the Isle of Wight, the rum is infused with a signature blend of coastal botanicals, including local fruits and spices, to create a balanced, aromatic profile.

Botanical Complexity and Craftsmanship Unlike traditional "heavy" spiced rums, Mermaid Spiced Rum is characterized by its bright, maritime influence. The infusion process includes rock samphire (foraged from the island’s cliffs), white cherry, apricot, cassia bark, and vanilla. This unique combination results in a spirit that is exceptionally smooth, offering a savory-sweet complexity that works equally well when sipped neat or used as a premium base for a Ginger Beer highball.

Detailed Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Soft notes of honeyed oak and vanilla, followed by bright hints of fresh cherry and a subtle sea-spray salinity.

• Palate: A smooth, honeyed mouthfeel. Layers of warming cassia and black pepper are balanced by the natural sweetness of apricot and white cherry.

• Finish: Long and complex, with a lingering warmth of spice and a clean, fruity exit.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Mermaid (Isle of Wight Distillery)

• Spirit Category: Botanical Spiced Rum

• Alcohol Content: 40% ABV (80 Proof)

• Volume: 750ml

• Origin: Isle of Wight, United Kingdom (Caribbean Base)

• Key Botanicals: Rock Samphire, White Cherry, Apricot, Cassia