Hamilton Pimento Dram Liqueur

Hamilton Pimento Dram, a Jamaican liqueur, is the result of Ed Hamilton's quest for authentic spirits. This isn't a new invention but a revival of a classic, with pimento dram (also known as allspice dram) commercially available since the 1850s. Hamilton, known for his "Minister of Rum" title and commitment to transparency, creates this dram by steeping Jamaican pimento (allspice) in pot still rum from the Worthy Park Estate. The allspice berries are ground and macerated in light Jamaican rum for seven days before filtration and the addition of sugar and water, with no color added. This process yields a complex, spicy liqueur that's become highly regarded for its balanced flavor, making it a versatile cocktail ingredient and a delightful sipper on its own.

Hamilton Pimento Dram delivers a bold, warm allspice flavor with hints of clove and cinnamon, bringing a distinctively spicy, somewhat peppery character. It's a key player in many tiki drinks and adds welcome complexity to classic cocktails needing that unmistakable Jamaican pimento punch.

Upon pouring Hamilton Pimento Dram, you're greeted by pungent clove and white pepper spice, with a touch of menthol and star anise. The palate delivers strong clove and black pepper, giving way to mellowing fruitiness and distinctive funky Jamaican rum notes. A long, lingering finish of aniseed, clove, and that characteristic rum funk rounds out the experience.