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BLACK TOT REIMAGINES FINEST CARIBBEAN RUM WITH VIBRANT NEW RECIPE & DESIGN

Independent bottler Elixir Distillers has updated its flagship Black Tot Finest Caribbean to present a brighter, more vibrant and versatile rum, perfect for both sipping and mixing. In line with a full rebrand, Black Tot Finest Caribbean launches this month and is being rolled out across all markets.

Posted on 07th April 2025

Independent bottler Elixir Distillers has updated its flagship Black Tot Finest Caribbean to present a brighter, more vibrant and versatile rum, perfect for both sipping and mixing. In line with a full rebrand, Black Tot Finest Caribbean launches this month and is being rolled out across all markets. 

Inspired by tradition, Black Tot Finest Caribbean expertly blends single-origin rums from the finest distilleries across the Caribbean. Master Blender Olivier Chilton’s aim is to present a depth of flavour much bigger than the sum of its parts.

Each rum contributes distinct characteristics: delicate Barbadian honey, the new addition of Trinidad providing stone and tropical fruit flavours, rich Guyanese body and a touch of Jamaican funk. These rums combined deliver signature flavours and aromas of ripe pineapple, vanilla fudge, and toasted cinnamon. This creates a rum which is bright, vibrant and open to a wide array of cocktails, while retaining the depth and body to be enjoyed sipped.

True to the Black Tot range, Finest Caribbean adds no sugar or flavourings and is non-chill filtered. Its flavours and natural sweetness come solely from the rums within the blend.

Oliver Chilton, Black Tot Master Blender comments: ‘The new blend is an approachable all-rounder. We’ve layered Trinidad rum into our original blend – softer, sweeter and tropical fruit-driven -- which makes our new Black Tot Finest Caribbean blend so versatile. Its depth of flavour is both for sipping and makes a strong base for building brilliant cocktails: we want to get more people into this incredible category’.

The new rum displays a brighter, striking new label that reflects its vibrant character. With the outer box removed, it reflects Black Tot’s commitment to sustainability – and will stand out on the shelf.

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