Woods 100 Navy Rum 70cl

Description

Woods 100 is made from the finest Demerara sugar, produced from the sweetest sugarcane in the Caribbean, grown on the banks of the famous Demerara River in Guyana. The rums from this region are renowned for being dark, aromatic, and for their richness of flavour. Woods is distilled using traditional pot stills – a method developed to create malt whisky and unchanged in 150 years. At 57% ABV (100 British proof), this is authentic Navy-strength rum with exceptional character and intensity.

Why You’ll Love It

This is the real deal. Due to Woods’ high alcoholic strength and flavour, it has gained a reputation amongst bartenders as being an essential item in their cocktail kit, earning something of a cult status as a niche, high-quality brand amongst spirit connoisseurs. The distinctive packaging format has remained unchanged for 50 years, reinforcing the authentic, classic nature of the brand. This is Demerara rum at Navy strength – powerful, flavourful, and perfect for adding a spicy kick to cocktails or enjoying on its own.

Production & Heritage

Produced in Guyana from the finest Demerara sugar made from sugarcane grown on the banks of the famous Demerara River. Distilled using traditional pot stills, a method unchanged in 150 years that creates exceptional depth and character. Bottled at 57% ABV (100 British proof), the traditional Navy strength that ensured rum-soaked gunpowder would still ignite.

Tasting Notes

Dark and rich in appearance. The nose is aromatic with notes of molasses, brown sugar, and spice. The palate is powerful and flavourful with rich Demerara character, dark sugar sweetness, and warming spice. The finish is long and intense with lingering warmth.

Perfect Serve

Enjoy Woods straight, on ice, or with a mixer such as cola or lemonade. Woods 100 is the perfect ingredient to add to cocktails to give a spicy kick – try it in a Dark ‘n’ Stormy, Mai Tai, or Navy Grog. The high proof makes it ideal for tiki cocktails and classic rum drinks that need extra punch.