{"product_id":"caroni-1998-22yo-tortuga-1-bottled-by-precious-liquors","title":"Caroni 1998 22yo Tortuga 1 Bottled by Precious Liquors","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caroni\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistilled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1998\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottler:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precious Liquors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation: \u003c\/strong\u003ePot Still\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e aged fin UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 254\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask:\u003c\/strong\u003e #2286\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV: \u003c\/strong\u003e66%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume: \u003c\/strong\u003e700 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBottling info:\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"305\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"109\"\u003einaugural release\u003c\/strong\u003e in the acclaimed \u003cstrong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eTortuga Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, Tortuga No.1 represents the beginning of an extraordinary journey combining some of the world's most sought-after rums with a meaningful conservation mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eDistilled at the legendary \u003cstrong data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eCaroni Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e in Trinidad before its closure in 2002, this exceptional rum matured patiently for \u003cstrong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e22 years\u003c\/strong\u003e before being bottled at a formidable \u003cstrong data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"502\"\u003e66.0% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e. Selected from a \u003cstrong data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"543\"\u003esingle cask (#2286)\u003c\/strong\u003e and released in collaboration with \u003cstrong data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eEast Asia Whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e, Tortuga No.1 quickly gained recognition among Caroni enthusiasts for its powerful yet beautifully integrated profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eAs the \u003cstrong data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"758\"\u003efirst ever Tortuga bottling\u003c\/strong\u003e, this release holds a special place in the history of Precious Liquors. Long before the Mizunara-finished Tortuga No.3, this inaugural edition laid the foundations for a series dedicated not only to outstanding rum, but also to supporting the protection of endangered sea turtles through partnerships with conservation initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eThe Tortuga Series draws inspiration from the fragile ecosystems surrounding many rum-producing regions, reminding us that great spirits can also contribute to preserving the natural world that shaped them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eToday, Tortuga No.1 remains one of the rarest and most collectible Precious Liquors releases, highly sought after by enthusiasts of both \u003cstrong data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eCaroni\u003c\/strong\u003e and early independent bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1krg0gn\" data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and unmistakably Caroni. Layers of burnt rubber, fresh tar, diesel oil and smoke intertwine with roasted pineapple, brown sugar, leather and hints of marzipan. The elevated strength adds intensity without overwhelming the complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surprisingly elegant for its proof. Notes of caramel, dark brown sugar and tropical fruits emerge alongside classic Caroni characteristics of fuel, black olives, leather and fresh asphalt. Ginger spice, roasted coconut, oak tannins and bitter grapefruit provide structure and remarkable depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, persistent and evolving, delivering peppermint freshness, vanilla sweetness, olive oil, leather and delicate red berry notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accel-snackbar\" style=\"left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, 0px); top: 50px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PreciousDrops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53170632786187,"sku":"R29","price":450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/4523\/7259\/files\/Photoleap_10.png?v=1781631450","url":"https:\/\/preciousdrops.co.uk\/products\/caroni-1998-22yo-tortuga-1-bottled-by-precious-liquors","provider":"Precious Liquors Pte Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}