Velier Royal Navy Tiger Shark – 2nd Edition 2019 | High-Proof Navy Rum 57,18%

Velier Royal Navy Tiger Shark 2nd Edition 2019 is one of the most uncompromising and coveted blends in high-proof rum. Created by the legendary Luca Gargano, the man behind some of the world’s most iconic bottlings, this exclusive navy rum is a tribute to the classic British naval style – powerful, intense and uncompromising.

This limited edition is composed entirely of 100% pot still-distilled rum from selected British Caribbean distilleries. Each component has undergone 100% tropical aging at the original distilleries, providing maximum concentration, depth and complexity. With a weighted average age of 14 years and bottled at 100% Imperial Proof (57.18%), Tiger Shark delivers an intense yet elegant experience for the experienced rum drinker.

This is navy rum in its purest and most authentic form – no additives, no dilution to commercial softness. Just pure power, structure and tropical ripeness. An ideal bottle for the collector, investor or passionate enthusiast seeking high-proof rum with historical reference and uncompromising quality.

Tasting notes

Color: Deep mahogany with dark amber reflections.

Aroma: Intense opening with dark fruits, spicy oak and deep caramel, followed by notes of dried fruit and toasted coconut.

Flavor: Powerful and concentrated with layers of dark chocolate, molasses, warm spices and ripe tropical fruit. The alcohol strength is pronounced but beautifully integrated.

Finish: Long, rich and velvety smooth with elegant hints of tobacco, leather and a pleasant dry finish.

The story behind Velier

Founded in 1947 in Genoa, Italy,Velier has evolved into one of the world’s most respected independent bottlers of premium rums. Under the leadership of Luca Gargano, the house has set new standards for transparency, full tropical aging and natural quality without additives.

Velier Royal Navy Tiger Shark is a masterpiece of a blend – a powerful and complex rum that captures the essence of the British Navy’s heritage and unites it with Velier’s unwavering dedication to authenticity and perfection.

• Type: Navy Rum (Blend)
• Producer: Velier
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Year: 2019
• Distillation: 100% Pot Still
• Aging: 100% Tropical aging
• Weighted average age: 14 years
• Volume: 70 cl
• Alcohol content: 57.18%