Navy Island XO Reserve is a blend of hand-selected Jamaican rums, including some of the finest stored rums, distilled into traditional Jamaican pot stills. "Small Batch Pot Still Distillation" is the traditional distillation method in Jamaica, based on great craftsmanship and long experience. Traditional Jamaican pot stills produce very aromatic, medium and heavy bodies. Navy Island XO Reserve contains mature pot-still rums distilled from Worthy Park Estate, Hampden Estate and Monymusk Estate. Navy Island XO Reserve ripens in tropical conditions, stored in ex-bourbon oak barrels.Navy Island XO Reserve can be enjoyed pure or on ice. It is also great for making cocktails. Color: deep amber and gold. Nose: Very attractive typical Jamaican scent. Palate: Full-bodied with a wonderful balance of vanilla, ripe fruits such as bananas, baked apple and caramel. Finish: Long, very soft and dry. Elegant and well balanced.