Description
MacNair’s 15 Year Exploration Rum 700ml is a bold, crossover spirit curated by blackbook for drinkers who appreciate aged rum with an unmistakable whisky influence. Part of the MacNair’s Exploration Series, this expression brings together well-aged Caribbean rum and a distinctive Islay cask finish, creating a layered profile that bridges rich molasses sweetness with subtle smoky depth.
Aged for a full 15 years, the rum develops rounded notes of caramel, vanilla, and dried fruit before being finished in casks that previously held peated Islay whisky. The result is complex and compelling—sweet and spicy at its core, with a gentle coastal smokiness that lingers without overwhelming the rum’s character.
At Sunny Side liquor Store, we highlight spirits that sit confidently between categories. MacNair’s 15 Year Exploration Rum does exactly that—thoughtful, adventurous, and designed for slow sipping.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Caramelized sugar, dried fruit, vanilla, soft peat smoke, and toasted oak.
Palate:
Rich and layered with molasses, toffee, warm spice, dark fruit, and a hint of Islay smoke.
Finish:
Long, warming, and gently smoky with lingering sweetness and refined oak.
Specifications
Category: Rum
Age Statement: 15 Years
Series: MacNair’s Exploration
Origin: Caribbean rum
Cask Finish: Islay whisky casks
Style: Aged / Cask-Finished Rum
ABV: ~46% (varies by batch)
Size: 700ml
Brand: MacNair’s
Sunny Side liquor Store Selection: Yes
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