Launch date Monday 25th November
Innis & Gunn Unveils Limited-Edition Spiced Rum Finish Beer: A Bold New Chapter in Cask-Matured Innovation
Edinburgh, Scotland – Renowned Scottish brewer Innis & Gunn is elevating its legacy of innovative cask-matured beers with the launch of the Limited-Edition Spiced Rum Finish beer. At 7.1% ABV, this golden beer introduces a captivating layer of exotic spices to complement its signature rum-cask maturation.
Innis & Gunn’s mastery of Caribbean rum finishes began in 2008, with the debut of a rumfinished beer initially brewed for the Canadian market. Its exceptional flavour profile quickly earned it a devoted following, particularly among bartenders, and since 2010, it has been a permanent fixture in the brewer’s lineup. Joining The Original Single Malt Cask Beer and Irish Whiskey Cask Stout, it has become a cornerstone of Innis & Gunn’s celebrated range of cask-matured beers.
A Spiced Revolution
The Spiced Rum Finish beer marks an innovative departure, bringing vibrant Caribbean spices to the forefront. Innis & Gunn’s brewing team carefully selected an aromatic blend of spices to create a harmonious interplay with the fruity, mellow richness contributed by the rum. The result is a small-batch beer with a bold, multidimensional character.
Dougal Gunn Sharp, Founder and Master Brewer at Innis & Gunn, shared his excitement about this new release:
“Our Caribbean Rum Cask beer has something of a cult following. Since its launch over 15 years ago, it’s been celebrated globally, with fans seeking it out wherever they can. Introducing Caribbean spices to this new expression has elevated the flavour to incredible new heights.”
Sharp explained the innovation behind the creation:
“Since brewing The Original in 2003, we’ve pushed the boundaries of cask maturation with countless styles and recipes. I’ve always been curious about what a ‘spiced’ rum beer could offer. Once the idea took hold, it became a passion project for our team.
“We started by sourcing premium Caribbean Demerara rum, which we infused for two months with our own carefully crafted spice mix. This spiced rum was then rested in oak casks, allowing the flavours to marry and transfer into the wood. Finally, we brewed a Scottish golden ale to mature in these casks, drawing out their complex, exotic spice notes.”
Innis & Gunn Spiced Rum finish pairs wonderfully well with hard and soft cheeses like Cheddar, Camembert, Brie, and Comté, or with rich venison or beef pies.
Availability
The Limited-Edition Spiced Rum Finish will be available exclusively via the Innis & Gunn online shop starting Monday, November 25. Priced at £6 per 330ml bottle, each beer comes presented in a bespoke gift carton, making it a perfect treat for beer enthusiasts this season.
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About Innis & Gunn:
Since its foundation in 2003, Scottish brewer Innis & Gunn has grown to become one of the UK’s most successful premium beer businesses. Using innovative techniques including oak cask maturation, Innis & Gunn brew multi-award-winning beers including the flagship ‘The Original’, winner of ‘Grand Gold’ and ‘Prize of the Jury’ at the global Monde Selection Awards and Innis & Gunn Lager Beer, Scotland’s premium Lager. The brewer’s portfolio also includes a range of IPAs and a line of bespoke limited-edition brews which demonstrate quality, innovation and craft.
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Media Contact: Rupert Ponsonby, rupert@randr.co.uk
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