ImpEx Collection 17 Year Old Long Pond Cask #18 VRW Jamaican Rum 2005

ImpEx Collection 17 Year Old Long Pond Cask #18 VRW Jamaican Rum 2005 – Rare Single Cask High-Ester Jamaican Rum

The ImpEx Collection 17 Year Old Long Pond Cask #18 VRW Jamaican Rum 2005 is an extraordinary single-cask release from one of Jamaica's most revered distilleries. Distilled in 2005 and matured for 17 full years, this bottling showcases the iconic VRW marque — a high-ester style known for explosive tropical fruit, deep funk, and unmistakable Jamaican character.

Bottled at natural cask strength with no additives, no filtration, and no compromise, this release represents the purest expression of Long Pond's heritage. With only one cask ever produced, it stands as a true collector's item for rum connoisseurs, ester enthusiasts, and fans of rare Jamaican single-cask selections.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Overripe pineapple, fermented mango, banana funk, varnish, and warm baking spice layered with oak and tropical esters
• Palate: Explosive and full-bodied with high-ester fruit intensity, peppered oak, citrus oil, molasses depth, and classic Long Pond hogo. Rich texture and remarkable structure at cask strength.
• Finish: Long, bold, and evolving with lingering tropical fruit esters, spice, and a deep, earthy Jamaican funk that defines the VRW marque

Pairing Suggestions

This high-ester rum is best experienced neat or with a few drops of water to open the ester profile. For food pairings, its intense tropical and funky character complements jerk chicken, plantain desserts, and dark chocolate with sea salt. It also shines in curated rum flights featuring Jamaican high-ester marques.

Key Highlights

• ✔ Single Cask #18 — an exclusive, one-of-one release
• ✔ Distilled 2005, aged 17 years for exceptional depth and concentration
• ✔ VRW marque — high-ester, intensely aromatic, and unmistakably Long Pond
• ✔ Cask Strength — bottled at natural proof for maximum impact
• ✔ No additives, no chill filtration — pure Jamaican rum in its rawest form
• ✔ Available at Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What does the VRW marque mean?

VRW is a high-ester marque produced at Long Pond Distillery in Jamaica, known for its intense tropical fruit, deep funk, and extraordinary aromatic complexity. It is one of the most sought-after marques among rum connoisseurs worldwide.

What is "hogo" in Jamaican rum?

Hogo (from the French haut goût, meaning "high taste") refers to the distinctive funky, overripe fruit character found in high-ester Jamaican rums — a prized quality that develops during long fermentation and is the hallmark of Long Pond's VRW marque.

Is this rum additive-free?

Absolutely — like all ImpEx Collection releases, it contains no sugar, coloring, or additives and is bottled without chill filtration.

Is this a limited release?

Yes — this is a true single-cask bottling. Once the cask is exhausted, this exact expression can never be replicated.

Where can I buy ImpEx Collection Long Pond Cask #18 VRW?

You can purchase it online through Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping available.