EPISODE · Apr 8, 2022 · 19 MIN
Episode 97: Wray & Nephew Overproof Rum
from Liquor and Liqueur Connoisseur
Episode 97 features Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum. Bottled in 750ml at 63% ABV, or 126 proof and it retails for $26.Enjoy this episode with a "Wray & Ting".The official website for the brand simply redirects to the corporate parent: http://www.jwrayandnephew.com/ Brief Historical Timeline:1825 - John Wray founds The Shakespeare Tavern in Kingston, Jamaica 1860 - John. Wray brings his nephew, Charles James Ward into the business1862 - J. Wray & Nephew Ltd. is formed1862 - The brand wins gold medals for their aged rums in London1901 - J. Wray & Nephew acquires the Monymusk Estate1913 - Charles Ward dies, leaving the business to trustees1916 - Lindo Brothers & Co. purchases the company from the trustees1917 - Distillery operations move to the recently acquired Appleton Estate1940s - This overproof bottling was likely introduced1997 - Joy Spence is appointed Master Blender2012 - Gruppo Campari buys J. Wray & Nephew Ltd.Key Cocktails:This rum is great for mixing and stands up in a cocktail. A popular serve is the "Wray & Ting".1 Part Wray & Nephew Overproof Rum2 Parts Ting or Smilar Grapefruit SodaServe over iceReferences:Campari's Brand ListingWikipedia Article on j. Wray & Nephew Ltd.Liquor.com ReviewYouTube Video Discussing the Campari Acquisition Circa 2015Steve The Barman on YouTube, Features Wray & Nephew Overproof RumLong Presentation on Production at Appleton Estate, by J. Wray & NephewGood Tasting & Review on YouTubeAnother Good Tasting & Review on YouTubeContact Information:Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.comJoin my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHfFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/Twitter: @LLConnoisseur
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Episode 97: Wray & Nephew Overproof Rum
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