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GOLD MEDAL FOR JIMMYRUM AT AUSTRALIAN DISTILLED SPIRITS AWARDS

Feb 18, 2022

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GOLD MEDAL FOR JIMMYRUM AT AUSTRALIAN DISTILLED SPIRITS AWARDS

JimmyRum crowned gold in the cane spirits category for our Silver spirit, alongside Husk Distillery, at the Australian Distilled Spirits Awards last week. With Oaked and Navy taking out silver making JimmyRum Victoria’s best cane spirit producer for 2020.

Our handcrafted cane spirit is the result of years of research, development, sweat, and running on pure passion, so it’s truly awesome to be recognised by our peers as an award-winning spirit. A big thank you to all of our supporters for joining us on the adventure. Big things to come for JimmyRum, we can’t wait to share the journey with you.

View all of the ADSA results here

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JimmyRum crowned Champion Victorian Distiller 2021

Sep 18, 2021

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JimmyRum crowned Champion Victorian Distiller 2021

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GOLD AND SILVER AT WORLD RUM AWARDS 2021

May 08, 2021

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GOLD AND SILVER AT WORLD RUM AWARDS 2021

The results of the World Rum Awards 2021 are in…. and we’re unbelievably proud to announce, JimmyRum has come away with a couple of huge wins! Led by Matilda, our 1,500ltr hybrid copper still, we’ve won the following:

JimmyRum Navy – has been voted the world’s best “Hybrid Still, Unaged Rum”

JimmyRum Silver – was awarded a Silver medal in the same category, and

JimmyRum Oaked – earned a Silver medal in the “Hybrid still, Rum 5 years and under” category.

We’re in amongst some prestigious competition, and to produce such incredible results in just a few years is mind-blowing. We can’t wait for the years to come. I want to thank all of you for joining and supporting us on the adventure so far.

James, Chief Ideas Man

The fine print…While we have won these awards in the “World Rum Award” judged in the UK, in Australia the three styles we entered are considered to be a Cane spirit and NOT a rum. They are considered to be rum in most parts of the world, hence the rum awards we won, just not in Australia.

View all the results from the World Rum Awards 2021 here

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JIMMYRUM DISTILLERY & COCKTAIL BAR OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Oct 30, 2020

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JIMMYRUM DISTILLERY & COCKTAIL BAR OPEN FOR BUSINESS

It’s the news we’ve all been waiting for, Melbourne hospitality scene is open for business. COVID-19 pandemic has been tough on all of us, and we’re thrilled to re-open our doors on Fri 30 Oct.

Operating under the guidance of our CovidSafe plan will ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for everyone.

Come visit us, and enjoy the sweet taste of freedom. Bookings are highly encouraged, as we’re operating with limited capacity, so please reserve a table to ensure you don’t miss out.

See you soon Melbourne!

Accepting bookings for inside the distillery and outside in the rum garden, reserve your place here.

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GREAT DROPS PODCAST – REVIEW JIMMYRUM SILVER

Oct 23, 2020

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GREAT DROPS PODCAST – REVIEW JIMMYRUM SILVER

“Stumbling across JimmyRum’s Silver Cane Spirit was not only an experience in texture but also an absolute pleasure in aromas and smells enticing the palate. The first sip starts with a bit of an alcohol punch, and it might throw you back if you’re not used to drinking spirits straight. But as the liquid works through your body and heat your chest, 10-15 seconds later, you’ll get what James calls “the rum cuddle”.

Butterscotch, vanilla, butter, caramel, and grass is what we experienced in this wonderful base spirit product. Only one ingredient (molasses) is used in reaching this flavor combination, with the result which is attested to James and Matilda working in harmony.”

Carsten Hansen, Founder and CEO, Great Drops

Listen to the full review on the Great Drops podcast

But as the liquid works through your body and heat your chest, 10-15 seconds later, you’ll get what James calls “the rum cuddle”.

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10TH HOTTEST SPIRIT IN AUSTRALIA!

Oct 23, 2020

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The results are in for the Bartender Magazine Hottest 100 Spirits Countdown…

JimmyRum Oaked was voted by the public as the 10th hottest spirit in Australia!

This has absolutely blown us away!

Plus:

We’re the only CANE SPIRIT / RUM in the top 10
Only VICTORIAN RUM PRODUCER in the top 100
1 of only 2 rum distilleries with 3 SPIRITS in the top 100

We’d love to thank everyone for voting for us, and getting our amazing Oaked into the top 10 hottest spirits in the country (how cool is that?), and getting three of our spirits into the top 75. Woo (bloody) hooo!!

Check out all the winners here

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JIMMYRUM GRAND FINAL PACK

Oct 23, 2020

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The long weekend is here! Victoria you’ve earned this one. Sit back and relax whilst JimmyRum supplies your long weekend bevvies.

We’ve got a Grand Final pack with your name on it, ready for free delivery today and all day tomorrow.

JimmyRum Grand Final Pack:

Choice of 4 Cocktails
Choice of 8 Beers
Two JimmyRum Stubby Coolers
Delivery to up to two addresses included
Option to add on two bottles of select Foxey’s Hangout wines (Sparkling, Rose, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir)

Order now www.mryum.com/jimmyrum

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KARA’S RUM QUEST REVIEW Batch #001

Feb 15, 2019

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Kara’s Rum Quest review of JimmyRum Silver, Navy, Oaked and Barbados.

I have yet to have the privilege of making it to this distillery, but have it on my list of places to explore when I am next in Vic. First up…

Jimmy Rum Import Series Barbados Rum – Batch #001

I was very excited to try this rum as its made up of a blend of three, five and eight-year-old rums sourced from the Foursquare distillery.

To the eye: Light gold liquid that flows somewhat velvet-like around my glass

The nose: I picked up a mix of rich, fleshy fruits (ripe mangoes), dried berries and glacé fruit ( candied pineapple), topped with the warming aroma of freshly baked cupcakes – loving the idea of sipping this already!

On the Palate: For something that came across so sweet and rich on the ol’ nasal passage, I was pleasantly surprised by how crisp and dry this rum was upon delivery. Packed full of juicy flavour which instantly coats your mouth on impact but then quickly dispels, it is a rum that encourages you to reach for another sip in quick succession, which I am not mad at.

I adore this rum neat but can imagine this being wonderful over ice on a summer’s day.

All up, you can’t mess with perfection and right here, is perfection. These rums are fun, unique and exciting and I am so pumped to see what JimmyRum does next!

If you’re in Victoria, please check out this fantastic distillery and do your bit to support Australian rum. If, like me, you can’t make it to Vic, be sure to show your support by heading to their online store and treating yo’self to a bottle or two.

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KARA’S RUM QUEST REVIEW Batch #004

Feb 15, 2019

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Kara’s Rum Quest review of JimmyRum Silver, Navy, Oaked and Barbados.

I have yet to have the privilege of making it to this distillery, but have it on my list of places to explore when I am next in Vic. First up…

Jimmy Small Batch Oaked Rum – Batch #004

Before I even tried this rum, it’s brown sugar, and buttery aroma hit me right between the eyes as I poured it into my glass – I’m a fan before I’ve even indulged.

For this small batch range, they have popped their “Silver” spirit into new or near new small format American oaks barrels for a short time. Intrigued? Well, read on.

To the eye: Soft amber colour and silky in my glass.

The nose: It instantly reminds me of Werther’s originals toffees, caramel fudge, vanilla and my favourite; honeysuckle.

On the Palate: Juicy and floral upon delivery followed by what I can only place my finger on as a nice hint of red chilli. The oaky notes do pull through but are not as prominent as the sweet vanilla, honeysuckle character that stands front and centre.

I dig this and am not surprised this was voted number one in Drink Easy Awards category of 2019 Australia’s best drinks by style – unaged rum! I think this is a pretty impressive tipple, and will no doubt be enjoying this neat or in a cocktail of my choice.

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KARA’S RUM QUEST REVIEW Batch #003

Feb 15, 2019

Written by James McPherson

Kara’s Rum Quest review of JimmyRum Silver, Navy, Oaked and Barbados.

I have yet to have the privilege of making it to this distillery, but have it on my list of places to explore when I am next in Vic. First up…

Jimmy Rum Small Batch Navy Rum – Batch #003

Navy Strength – Definition: The alcoholic content of a spirit at which gunpowder will still ignite after being soaked in it. Also known as “Proof” strength or a spirit with an ABV higher than just over 57% (57.142857% to be exact). Good gosh!

I have not frequented such high ABV un-aged rums since starting my rum quest,

so I may not be able to do this rum justice/ In saying that, let’s give it a crack.

To the eye: Crystal clear yet oily in my glass.

The nose: Grassy, peppery, sawdust (?).

On the Palate: Dried orange peel, Liquorice Root (Mulethi), very earthy/grassy and peppery.

What a pleasant surprise! This bad boy is a tongue twister as it hits you with dried orange peel, followed by the earthiness, then ends with a creamy, peppery finish.

An exciting rum, with an unpredicted flavour. I enjoyed it. I like a rum that shocks and surprises, and this rum did that for me.

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GOLD AND SILVER AT WORLD RUM AWARDS 2021

JIMMYRUM DISTILLERY & COCKTAIL BAR OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Accepting bookings for inside the distillery and outside in the rum garden, reserve your place here.

GREAT DROPS PODCAST – REVIEW JIMMYRUM SILVER

Listen to the full review on the Great Drops podcast

10TH HOTTEST SPIRIT IN AUSTRALIA!

JIMMYRUM GRAND FINAL PACK

KARA’S RUM QUEST REVIEW Batch #001

Jimmy Rum Import Series Barbados Rum – Batch #001

KARA’S RUM QUEST REVIEW Batch #004

Jimmy Small Batch Oaked Rum – Batch #004

KARA’S RUM QUEST REVIEW Batch #003

Jimmy Rum Small Batch Navy Rum – Batch #003