Pusser’s Gunpowder Proof Spiced Rum

Step into authentic maritime history with Pusser’s Gunpowder Proof Spiced Rum. Crafted to the exact specifications of the traditional Royal Navy spirit, this high-proof navy rum pays homage to the legendary "gunpowder test"—the historic method used by ship pursers (or "pussers") to prove the spirit's strength by moistening gunpowder with rum and igniting it. Produced by Pusser’s Rum, this bold expression takes the distillery's iconic, award-winning navy rum foundation and elevates it with an expertly balanced infusion of natural spiced botanicals and rich tropical fruits.

Distilled in the West Indies using ancient Greenheart wooden pot stills—including the world's last remaining wooden pot still—this rum develops an unmatchable depth, richness, and mouth-coating body. Bottled at the traditional Royal Navy strength of 54.5% ABV (109 Proof), Pusser's Gunpowder Proof Spiced offers a robust, full-bodied profile without artificial flavourings dominating the distillate. Matured in heavily charred oak barrels, it delivers an intoxicating fusion of warm baking spices, ripe banana, dark caramel, and rich molasses sweetness that appeals to rum aficionados, craft cocktail bartenders, and spirit collectors alike.

Authentic Royal Navy Strength & Heritage

The Gunpowder Standard: Unlike lighter, low-proof spiced rums, Pusser's retains its full-proof power and wooden pot still complexity. The result is a bold, spice-forward spirit that holds its own in complex craft cocktails, traditional navy grogs, and high-energy gatherings, making it an essential addition to any home bar or premium rum collection.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma / Nose: Intensely aromatic, warm, and inviting. Rich cinnamon, toasted clove, and star anise open the bouquet, followed by dark molasses, ripe banana, vanilla bean, and charred oak.
• Palate / Flavour: Full-bodied, fiery, and decadently smooth despite its high proof. Layers of warm baking spices, Demerara sugar, and dark caramel merge seamlessly with ginger, toasted coconut, dried fruit, and tropical banana.
• Finish: Long, warming, and powerfully rich. It concludes with lingering waves of sweet vanilla, spicy ginger, dark cocoa, and a subtle hint of charred wooden pot still oak.

Sip Pusser’s Gunpowder Proof Spiced Rum over a large ice sphere to soften its 54.5% ABV heat, pair it with premium ginger beer and fresh lime for an ultimate Dark & Stormy or craft an elevated Navy Grog.