Saint James - Rhum - b. 1970s, 1980s - 70cl - 2 bottles
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Saint James Rhum, two 70cl bottles from a mixed lot, bottled in the 1970s–1980s in Martinique, an agricultural rum at 45% or 47% ABV.
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Description from the seller
Founded in 1765 in Martinique.
It is one of the oldest agricultural rum distilleries in the world.
Agricultural rum = made with fresh sugarcane juice, NOT molasses (this alone makes a huge difference).
The name "Saint James"
It's not English by chance:
In the 18th century, Martinique traded extensively with English-speaking countries.
"Saint James" was chosen because it sounded British and facilitated exports.
It was a huge commercial success in Europe.
19th and 20th centuries: prestige
Saint James became the absolute benchmark for agricultural rum.
Widely consumed in:
France
Colonies
Pharmacies (yes: it was sold as a tonic/medicinal)
Vintage bottles like these.
[Bottled 1970s and early 1980s]
Without an age indication
At 45°, 47°, or even higher
In sturdy bottles with simple labels and no modern advertising
If intended to be drunk:
47°: More intense, drier, ideal for sipping neat and slowly.
45°: More balanced, also fantastic neat, a little easier to drink.
-- Bottles with some dirt, labels with scratches (See photos)
-- No leaks and never opened (See photos)
Always in a private cellar with controlled temperature.
IMPORTANT !!
Shipping is NOT made to the following countries.
SWITZERLAND-NORWAY-FINLAND-RUSSIA AND OTHERS-MALTA-CANARY ISLANDS-MADEIRA.
Founded in 1765 in Martinique.
It is one of the oldest agricultural rum distilleries in the world.
Agricultural rum = made with fresh sugarcane juice, NOT molasses (this alone makes a huge difference).
The name "Saint James"
It's not English by chance:
In the 18th century, Martinique traded extensively with English-speaking countries.
"Saint James" was chosen because it sounded British and facilitated exports.
It was a huge commercial success in Europe.
19th and 20th centuries: prestige
Saint James became the absolute benchmark for agricultural rum.
Widely consumed in:
France
Colonies
Pharmacies (yes: it was sold as a tonic/medicinal)
Vintage bottles like these.
[Bottled 1970s and early 1980s]
Without an age indication
At 45°, 47°, or even higher
In sturdy bottles with simple labels and no modern advertising
If intended to be drunk:
47°: More intense, drier, ideal for sipping neat and slowly.
45°: More balanced, also fantastic neat, a little easier to drink.
-- Bottles with some dirt, labels with scratches (See photos)
-- No leaks and never opened (See photos)
Always in a private cellar with controlled temperature.
IMPORTANT !!
Shipping is NOT made to the following countries.
SWITZERLAND-NORWAY-FINLAND-RUSSIA AND OTHERS-MALTA-CANARY ISLANDS-MADEIRA.
Details
Mixed lot
Yes
Distillery/Brand
Saint James
Name/ edition
Rhum
Country of production
Martinique
No. of bottles in lot, other than 1
2
Volume on label
70cl
Alcohol %
45%, 47.0%
Bottling period
1970s, 1980s
Original packaging
No
