The small-batch, artisan rums will be available in 50cl and 20cl and each bottle will be hand-filled, hand-labelled and carefully sealed with pride.
Jacob Wilson, co-owner of The Henley Distillery and one of the youngest Master Distillers in the UK, has crafted his rums by blending the very best rums from the Caribbean islands made from sugar cane and molasses before redistilling to enhance and impart new flavours and spices. The spirit is re-distilled in copper alembic stills over open flames, finely controlled by Wilson, to give it a remarkably smooth finish.
Commenting ahead of the launch, Wilson said: “I'm thrilled with all three of the Temple Island Rums, they offer rum fans (and hopefully some converts too) something very special. New product and recipe development is the best part of my job as a Master Distiller and I relish having the creative freedom to push boundaries whilst sticking to my belief in the quality of small batch production. Having been born and bred in Henley on Thames, Temple Island is an affectionate nod to my hometown. It is the closest island to the Distillery and a prominent sight at the start of the Henley Royal Regatta course, with rowing a favourite pastime of mine.”
Temple Island White Rum
This classic Caribbean white rum has been distilled with Tonka bean and vanilla, then infused with even more vanilla for an exceptionally buttery smooth finish.
Perfect serve: a versatile spirit, it pairs perfectly with cola, ginger ale or ginger beer. Or transport yourself to the Caribbean with a Pina Colada.
Temple Island Coffee Rum
Distilled with coffee beans, cacao nibs and vanilla beans and then blended with homemade caramel and vanilla syrups to sweeten and add a depth of colour, this rum is bursting with flavour.
Perfect serve: neat over ice - drink this chilled with your eyes closed, and you'd be forgiven for thinking it's an Espresso Martini but without the caffeine hit.
Temple Island Spiced Rum
A contemporary twist on a classic Spiced Rum, expect to find notes of cinnamon, ginger and black pepper along with soft notes of vanilla and caramel to round out the palate.
Perfect Serve: enjoy neat over ice or with classic pairings of cola, ginger ale or ginger beer. Or a great addition to spice up a Daiquiri or Mojito.
PRICE: The Temple Island Rums will launch on 12 May (pre-order available soon) and will be priced at £35 (RRP) for the 50cl bottle and £15 (RRP) for the 20cl bottle.
For more information on The Henley Distillery, visit www.thehenleydistillery.co.uk or call 07511 208490.