Hampden DOK 2017
Tropical bottling of Jamaica’s most legendary rum

Discover Hampden DOK 2017 – a rare and powerful gem from Hampden Estate, known as the heart of Jamaican rum production. This is the very first tropical-aged bottling of the legendary DOK marque, distilled in 2017 and bottled in 2022 after a full 5 years of maturation in the warm Caribbean climate. The result is an intense and complex rum with an angel’s share of over 34%, meaning only the most concentrated and aromatic drops remain in the bottle.
With 100% pot still distillation in a classic double retort pot still and an unusually high ester content of 1,223.8 g/hLPA, this is a rum that challenges, seduces, and fascinates even the most seasoned rum lover.
Perfect for collectors, enthusiasts – and for anyone wishing to experience one of the world’s most distinctive rums in its pure form.

Tasting notes – a true explosion of aroma
Nose: Intense and fruity with notes of overripe banana, green olives, fermented pineapple, tropical flowers, and a hint of acetone that reveals its extreme ester profile.
Palate: Full-bodied, rich, and explosive. Layer upon layer of tropical fruits, spices, herbs, and a light smoky undertone. The high ABV of 60.5% delivers both strength and depth, yet is balanced by a surprising sweetness.
Finish: Long, warm, and complex – with lingering notes of dried fruit, spiced oak, and a salty minerality reminiscent of the sea breeze in Trelawny.

Why is Hampden DOK so special?
DOK is Hampden’s most extreme and concentrated marque – originally created in the late 1890s under the leadership of Dermot Owen Kelly-Lawson, whose initials still define the name. With 1500–1600 g/hLPA esters after distillation, DOK reaches the maximum legal level for Jamaican rum.
Originally, this rum was never intended to be drunk neat – it was crafted to add depth and character to blends. Tasting it in its pure form is therefore a unique opportunity to experience Jamaican rum at its wildest and most authentic.

Hampden Estate – over 265 years of rum history
Located in the lush Trelawny Parish of Jamaica, Hampden Estate has been producing rum since 1753. The distillery is famous for its traditional methods:
100% pot still distillation
Natural fermentation with no added yeast – often lasting up to 3 weeks
Use of limestone-filtered spring water
Tropical ageing in oak casks
These methods create an aroma and depth of flavour that no modern, industrial rum producer can replicate.

In short: Hampden DOK 2017 is not for the faint of heart – it’s a rum with personality, history, and wildness. It is made for those who dare to experience rum in its most intense and authentic form.