Appleton Estate

Appleton Estate is one of the world’s most revered rum producers, embodying over 270 years of Jamaican heritage and craftsmanship. Located in the lush Nassau Valley of Jamaica, the estate has been crafting rum since 1749, making it the country’s oldest continuously operating rum distillery. Every drop of Appleton Estate rum is produced from start to finish on-site, from the cultivation of estate-grown sugarcane to distillation, aging, and blending—ensuring unmatched quality and authenticity.

What sets Appleton Estate apart is its deep commitment to tradition and terroir. The rum is made from water naturally filtered through limestone, combined with hand-harvested sugarcane and fermented with proprietary yeasts. Distillation takes place in both copper pot and column stills, producing rums with a distinctive richness and depth. Aging in number one select American oak barrels in Jamaica’s tropical climate accelerates maturation, imparting bold notes of vanilla, toasted oak, citrus peel, and warm spice.

Master Blender Joy Spence, the first woman in the spirits industry to hold such a title, leads Appleton Estate’s blending legacy with vision and precision. Under her guidance, expressions like Appleton Estate 8 Year Old Reserve, 12 Year Old Rare Casks, and 21 Year Old Nassau Valley Casks have become global benchmarks for aged rum excellence.

Appleton Estate remains a symbol of Jamaica’s soul—an authentic, vibrant, and expressive spirit rooted in centuries of craftsmanship. Whether enjoyed neat, in classic cocktails, or in refined sipping moments, Appleton invites rum lovers to experience the richness of the island in every glass.