Enmore Demerara 21 Year Old 1986 – Special Reserve
A benchmark Demerara rum and a cult classic among serious rum collectors — dense, cerebral, and unmistakably Guyanese.
Origin & Style
Distillery: Enmore, Guyana (historic wooden Coffey still heritage)
Distilled: 1986
Aged: 21 years in oak
Style: Old-school Demerara — no additives, all about wood, esters, and depth
Tasting Notes
Nose: Polished dark wood, treacle, liquorice root, dried fig, old leather, clove, hint of anise
Palate: Powerful yet composed — molasses, espresso, bitter chocolate, burnt sugar, walnut skin, subtle smoke
Finish: Very long, dry, and authoritative; oak, spice, and mineral bitterness linger beautifully
Why it matters
Represents the golden era of Demerara distilling
Showcases the unmistakable character associated with Enmore’s wooden stills
Increasingly scarce and highly sought after by collectors and masterclass audiences
How to serve
Neat, in a tulip or copita
Time in the glass is essential — this rum unfolds slowly
A few drops of water can soften the oak and reveal extra depth
Context
This is not a crowd-pleaser — it’s a thinking rum. Structured, dry, and intense, it rewards experience and attention, especially when tasted alongside other historic Demeraras or Navy-style blends.
