Pusser's Gunpowder Proof Black Label Rum 70cl
Pusser's Gunpowder Proof Black Label Rum
Pusser's gunpowder proof black label rum (previously known as blue label) is a higher proof traditional British Naval rum, produced using the blending recipe from the Admiralty.
- A dark amber gold in colour
- The nose is full of dried fruits, dates, prunes, slightly overripe figs
- The palate is very sweet, plenty of dark, syrupy, stewed fruits. An interesting pot still character with a pleasant muddiness
- Full-bodied with an incredibly long dark finish
Pusser's is the original Navy rum and they still make it in accordance with Admiralty Regulations for rum. Prior to the invention of the hydrometer, the ship's "Purser" or "Pusser", shutdown claims of watering down the sailors' daily rum tot by mixing it with a few grains of gunpowder to see if it would burn.
Igniting the mixture meant it as "At Proof". If it didn't, the Pusser might find himself tossed to sea. Pusser's rum was at gunpowder strength until July 31st 1970. Known as "Black Tot Day".
Key Facts
Brand: Pusser's
Country: British Virgin Islands
Bottle Size: 70cl
ABV: 54.5%
Closure: Stopper
Delivery Options
Orders are processed Monday – Friday. All orders placed after 2pm on Friday will not be dispatched until Monday (Excluding Bank Holidays)
2-3 Working Day Service - £5.95 (Royal Mail)
DPD Pickup Next Working Day - £6.95 (DPD)
1-2 Working Day Service - £7.95 (DPD)
Next Working Day Service (Order by 2pm) - £10.95 (DPD)
Saturday Delivery (Order by 2pm Friday) - £14.95 (DPD)
NOTE – Our couriers only collect from our depo Monday to Friday. No collections take place over the weekend.
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