Pusser’s Gunpowder Proof British Navy Rum

Pusser’s ‘Gunpowder Proof’ is a traditional Royal Navy style rum produced at original Admiralty strength and in accordance with the Admiralty’s blending recipe last used when the Royal Navy discontinued its daily ration on 31 July 1970.
Gunpowder Proof: Prior to the invention of the hydrometer, the Royal Navy ship’s ‘Pusser’ shutdown claims of watering down sailors‘ daily tots by dousing a bit of gunpowder in the rum and attempting to light. If the mixture ignited, the rum was ‘at proof’. If it didn’t, the Pusser might find himself tossed to sea.
Pusser’s Gunpowder Proof rum won multiple awards.

    Nose:    Pungent molasses, treacle, toffee, honey and vanilla with oak, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger.

    Taste:    Full-bodied with an enhanced flavour profile.

    Finish:   Long finish, and despite its strength, smooth and mellow.

Pusser’s Rum is produced in strict accordance with Admiralty blending specifications last used by the Royal Navy for issue to its fleet, a tradition which began in 1655 when it first served rum as its spirit of choice, with extra “tots” being offered before and after some of the most infamous battles in history. In massive wood pot stills, approaching 300 years old, Pusser’s continues to produce liquid history without the aid of flavouring agents and is 100 percent natural. Pusser’s Rum is highly decorated and has taken several Gold Medals in the highly acclaimed International Wine & Spirits Festival and the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.