{"product_id":"myerss-original-dark-rum-40-vol-0-7-l","title":"Myers's Original Dark Rum 40% Vol. 0.7 L","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the bold Caribbean character of \u003cstrong\u003eMyers's Original Dark Rum 40% Vol. 0.7L\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional Jamaican dark rum with a heritage dating back to 1879. Produced from Jamaican molasses and carefully blended from pot-still and column-still rums, this distinctive spirit combines rich caramel, dark chocolate, coffee and warming spice with a deep, full-bodied character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts characteristic flavour develops through traditional Jamaican rum production, maturation in American white oak barrels and careful blending of different rum styles. With inviting aromas of dark molasses, roasted nuts, tobacco and tropical fruit, Myers's Original Dark offers the aromatic intensity associated with classic Jamaican rum. Its rich flavour remains particularly noticeable when combined with citrus juices, tropical fruits, aromatic syrups and other cocktail ingredients. For Drinkero, it is an excellent choice for Planter's Punch, Jungle Bird, Mai Tai variations, Rum Punch and other cocktails that benefit from a bold and expressive dark rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep dark brown with attractive amber, mahogany and reddish-brown reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense notes of blackstrap molasses, caramel, freshly roasted coffee and dark chocolate, complemented by allspice, toasted hazelnuts, ripe pineapple and gentle oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and buttery, combining brown sugar, sweet sugarcane, caramel, honey and dark chocolate with hints of tobacco, leather, raisins and dried figs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with lingering dark chocolate, brown sugar, smoky oak, dried fruit and pleasantly spicy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Heritage of Myers's Jamaican Rum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's is one of Jamaica's most recognisable historic rum brands, with roots dating back to the late nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brand was founded in 1879 by Frederick Louis Myers in Kingston, Jamaica, during a period when the island's rum industry was developing an international reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFred L. Myers established a business focused on bringing authentic Jamaican rum to a wider market, building a reputation for rich flavour and consistent quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver the following decades, Myers's became associated with the bold, full-bodied style of dark Jamaican rum that developed from the island's long sugarcane and distilling traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts distinctive bottle and characteristic dark rum profile helped establish the brand as a familiar choice for professional bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Myers's continues this heritage under the ownership of Sazerac, maintaining its position as a traditional Jamaican dark rum used in bars around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's Original Dark represents this history through its combination of Jamaican molasses, traditional distillation methods and distinctive aromatic richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMade from Jamaican Molasses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's Original Dark begins with \u003cstrong\u003emolasses sourced from Jamaica\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional raw material used in the island's rum production for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMolasses is a concentrated by-product of sugar production that provides the fermentable sugars necessary for making rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring fermentation, yeast converts these sugars into alcohol while developing aromatic compounds that contribute to the finished spirit's character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJamaican rum production is particularly associated with expressive fermentation and distillation methods that create a distinctive range of tropical fruit, spice and rich molasses-derived aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's uses a combination of continuous distillation and traditional pot-still distillation to produce complementary rum styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot-still rum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically contributes greater body, aromatic intensity and the expressive character associated with traditional Jamaican rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColumn-still rum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a lighter and more refined component that helps balance the richer pot-still distillates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese different rum styles are carefully blended to create the distinctive richness and versatility associated with Myers's Original Dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOak Maturation and Traditional Blending\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the defining characteristics of Myers's Original Dark is its combination of oak-aged Jamaican rum components and carefully controlled blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rum matures in American white oak barrels, where the spirit develops additional depth through its interaction with the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend is commonly described as containing rums aged for up to approximately four years, although Myers's Original Dark is not marketed with a formal age statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring maturation, the barrels contribute flavour characteristics associated with vanilla, caramel, toasted wood and warming spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the same time, the rum's natural molasses and fermentation-derived aromas develop a more integrated character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's is traditionally described as a blend of multiple Jamaican rum components, with some product descriptions referring to as many as nine different rums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rum's distinctive deep colour is also associated with added colouring, rather than being determined by oak maturation alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished blend combines the richness of traditional Jamaican rum with an intensely dark appearance and a flavour profile designed to remain expressive in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes Jamaican Dark Rum Different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJamaica is internationally recognised for producing some of the world's most aromatic and distinctive rum styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Jamaican rum production places considerable importance on fermentation, pot-still distillation and the development of expressive aromatic compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese techniques can create flavours ranging from ripe banana and pineapple to rich molasses, spice and more complex fermented fruit characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's Original Dark combines elements of this Jamaican tradition with a richer profile emphasising caramel, coffee, dark chocolate and brown sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with lighter Cuban-style rums, it offers a deeper colour, greater flavour intensity and a more pronounced molasses character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with traditional Barbados rum, Myers's has a bolder dark-rum profile with stronger chocolate, coffee and brown sugar notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts character also differs from Guyanese Demerara rum, offering a distinctly Jamaican combination of rich molasses flavours and aromatic distillation character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese qualities make Jamaican dark rum particularly useful for tropical cocktails, classic rum punches and drinks where a bold rum flavour is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes Myers's Original Dark Special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's Original Dark stands out through its combination of historic Jamaican heritage, traditional rum-making methods and an unmistakably rich flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts aromas of blackstrap molasses, dark chocolate, coffee and caramel give the rum a distinctive identity among everyday mixing rums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of pot-still and column-still distillates creates a balance between aromatic intensity and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts deep colour and rich flavour are particularly well suited to cocktails that traditionally call for dark Jamaican rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 40% alcohol by volume, Myers's provides enough character to complement tropical fruit, citrus, ginger and aromatic bitters without requiring an unusually strong spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts long association with classic Caribbean drinks also makes it a practical choice for home bartenders building a versatile rum collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor Drinkero, Myers's Original Dark is an excellent affordable Jamaican dark rum, offering a noticeably different cocktail experience from lighter white rums and more oak-focused aged expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Cocktails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's Original Dark is particularly suitable for classic Caribbean cocktails, tiki drinks and rich rum-based long drinks where its molasses, chocolate and spice character can remain prominent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanter's Punch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Myers's Original Dark with freshly squeezed lime juice, sugar syrup and a touch of aromatic bitters. Its rich Jamaican character brings depth to this traditional Caribbean cocktail, while citrus balances the rum's dark molasses flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJungle Bird:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix Myers's with bitter red aperitivo, pineapple juice, fresh lime juice and sugar syrup. Its dark chocolate, caramel and coffee notes create an interesting contrast to the cocktail's tropical sweetness and distinctive bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMai Tai:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use Myers's Original Dark as part of a rum blend alongside a balanced aged rum. Its rich molasses and spice character complements lime juice, orange curaçao and orgeat, creating a fuller and more expressive tropical cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRum Punch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Myers's with pineapple juice, orange juice, fresh lime and a carefully measured sweetener. Its bold dark-rum flavour provides richness beneath the bright tropical fruit ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Rum and Ginger Beer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve Myers's with chilled ginger beer and freshly squeezed lime over plenty of ice. The rum's caramel, chocolate and spice notes complement the refreshing heat of ginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePiña Colada Variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Myers's with pineapple juice, cream of coconut and ice for a richer variation of the traditional Piña Colada. Its dark molasses and caramel notes introduce additional depth to the creamy tropical flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot Buttered Rum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix Myers's with butter, brown sugar, hot water and warming spices. Its natural chocolate, caramel and molasses character works particularly well with cinnamon, nutmeg and rich brown sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyers's Original Dark is especially enjoyable in tropical cocktails, refreshing long drinks and warming rum creations where its distinctive dark-rum flavour is an important part of the finished drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a simple tasting serve, pour approximately 40–50 ml into a suitable glass and allow its molasses, coffee, dark chocolate and oak aromas to develop before tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a classic Planter's Punch, combine 60 ml Myers's Original Dark with 25 ml freshly squeezed lime juice, 15 ml sugar syrup and two dashes of aromatic bitters. Shake with ice and strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a Jungle Bird, combine 45 ml Myers's with 22.5 ml bitter red aperitivo, 45 ml pineapple juice, 15 ml fresh lime juice and 15 ml sugar syrup. Shake thoroughly with ice and strain over fresh ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a refreshing dark rum highball, combine 50 ml Myers's with approximately 120–150 ml chilled ginger beer and 10–15 ml fresh lime juice. Serve over ice and garnish with a lime wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts rich combination of caramel, chocolate, coffee and warming spice also makes Myers's an interesting companion to desserts featuring dark chocolate, banana, roasted nuts or caramel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myers's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Dark Rum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jamaica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caribbean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand established:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1879\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFounder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frederick Louis Myers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand owner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sazerac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirit type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Rum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Jamaican Dark Rum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jamaican molasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend of pot-still and column-still rums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple Jamaican rum components, traditionally described as up to nine different rums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak-aged rum components, commonly described as aged up to approximately 4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel type:\u003c\/strong\u003e American white oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge statement:\u003c\/strong\u003e No formal age statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColouring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains added colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep dark brown with reddish-amber reflections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molasses, caramel, dark chocolate, coffee, tobacco, honey, brown sugar, dried fruit and warming spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% Vol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7L (700 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEAN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 088004038328\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planter's Punch, Jungle Bird, Mai Tai variations, Rum Punch, dark rum and ginger beer, Piña Colada variations and Hot Buttered Rum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store upright with the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover more with Drinkero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore classic Jungle Bird, Mai Tai and Hot Buttered Rum recipes, discover the differences between Jamaican dark rum and traditional aged rum, and use the Drinkero cocktail calculator to prepare perfectly balanced cocktails at home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DRINKERO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57862518374726,"sku":"BON001","price":17.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/6849\/8502\/files\/Myers_sOriginalDarkRum40_Vol.0.7L.webp?v=1794413199","url":"https:\/\/drinkero.com\/en-hr\/products\/myerss-original-dark-rum-40-vol-0-7-l","provider":"DRINKERO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}