As October sets in and the first hints of celebration begin to stir, we're excited to give you this early glimpse of the rare and remarkable spirits heading your way. From legendary aged rums to refined single grains and vibrant Speyside malts, this year's lineup is curated to surprise and delight. But this is just the beginning—more drops, more details, and a few festive exclusives are still to come. Keep your eye on Precious Drops and be ready to act fast—these bottles won’t wait for December.
Rum Highlights: A Journey Through Time & Region
Precious Liquors’s rum portfolio delivers serious collector‑level releases. Here's a taste of what will be on offer:
1. Long Pond 21 Years Old (2001, bottled for The Auld Alliance)
This rare Jamaican pot‑still rum from the storied Long Pond distillery—distilled 2001, aged 21 years, bottled by Precious Liquors in collaboration with Singapore’s The Auld Alliance—marks a milestone of archive spirit. With only 268 bottles released, it’s a rare opportunity to savour the Trelawny estate’s character. Expect tropical esters, banana and pineapple hints, subtle varnish and chalky mineral notes.
For the festive season, this bottle brings both provenance and a bold flavour profile—ideal for the rum enthusiast who values both story and sip. 9/10 RumRatings.com
2. Foursquare 16 Years Old “Broken Trident”
From Barbados and another jewel in the rum crown, this 16‑year‑old Foursquare bottling titled “Broken Trident” signals rarity and character. Though we cannot find exact specs in this text, the name alone evokes the iconography of Barbados’ famed distillery. (Precious Drops listing shows Foursquare 2006 16YO “The Broken Trident” among best selling drops.) A sophisticated rum that bridges the Caribbean classics and independent bottler flair. 89/100 Whiskyfun.com
3. The Cane 14 Years Old Jamaican Blend
“The Cane” 14YO Jamaican blend adds a well‑constructed mid‑aged rum to the mix—less archive but still mature, offering deep Jamaican pot‑and‑column character with balance for the festive table. 88Bamboo.co
4. Uitvlugt 31 Years Old “100 Aspects of the Moon” Vol 1
A standout: this 31‑year‑old single‑estate rum from Guyana’s Uitvlugt distillery, released under the evocative “100 Aspects of the Moon” title. Its sheer age and cask provenance make it a showpiece. The “Vol 1” suggests part of a collector series and you can find Vol 2 shop here: Diamond 22 Years-Old.
When you open this one, expect complexity, toast, tropical fruit evolution and wood‑driven polish—excellent for a landmark festive evening. 90/100 Whiskyfun.com
5. Luisita Single‑Estate Rum from the Philippines
Moving East, Luisita Rum (from Hacienda Luisita Estate, Philippines) brings a very different style: single‑estate, sugar‑cane grown on the estate, fermented, distilled and matured with local character.
This rum offers a fresh dimension for festive sipping: elegant, tropical, and a conversation‑starter for those exploring beyond the Caribbean.
Luisita Bourbon 84/100 Whiskyfun.com
Luisita Pedro Ximenez 87/100 Whiskyfun.com
Whisky Highlights: Rare, Mature & Value‑Driven
On the whisky front, Precious Drops is increasing its range with exciting new listings via independent bottler Claxton’s Spirits and others:
1. Claxton’s “Grain Barn” 30 Year‑Old Single Grain Scotch
One to watch: 30‑year‑old single grain whisky from Claxton’s, matured in ex‑bourbon casks and bottled at 48% ABV, non chill‑filtered. A highly compelling age‑statement grain at a great age/quality/price ratio.
For the festive season, this is ideal for the whisky lover who wants something aged and refined, but different from the standard malt‑story. WhiskyBase.com
2. Teenage Speysides: Mannochmore, Banrinnes, Glen Moray
The selection is extended with series of lively Speyside single malts in their prime (teenage to early twenties) offering freshness, fruit‑driven character and excellent value for the season.
Benrinnes 15 Year-Old Pedro Ximenez Warehouse 1 WhiskyBase.com
3. 32 Year‑Old North British Grain Whisky
Doubling down on the grain category: a 32‑year‑old North British single grain whisky offering superb maturation and value. Great for the collector or discerning gift‑buyer who wants something rare but not ultra‑pricey. WhiskyBase.com
4. 10 Year-Old Speside Pedro Ximenez Corporal Wojtek Vol 2
After huge success of first Wojtek release (Benrinnes 13 year-old) Precious Liquors team is rushing to make this release ready for late November. First Release
Whether you're toasting with a 30-year-old grain whisky by the fire or sharing a legendary 21-year-old Long Pond at the table, every bottle from our festive collection brings a story worth savouring. Explore the range, secure your favourites, and let Precious Drops help you raise the bar on your holiday spirits. Great things are coming! Follow our news to be up to date.