If you decide to discover the world of elite alcohol or have long been a fan of an unusual taste and decided to expand the palette of sensations, then Captain Morgan Spiced is the conscious choice of a connoisseur.
The history of the brand and the captain himself
Captain Morgan is a brand with a history that has gained fans around the world.
Captain Henry Morgan himself is a real historical character, privateer of the Caribbean (or legal pirate), who made legitimate raids on enemy ships and ports. As a result of his exploits, he was knighted and also left behind fame and a non-standard historical heritage, and some places on the planet are even named after him.
However, according to legend, the first captain Morgan in Jamaica, where he actually served as vice-governor, tasted the rich sweet rum produced by local residents and, under inspiration, created his own mix with a variety of spices, which was reflected in the spicy “Captain Morgan” gold (Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold Rum).
The company and the Captain Morgan Spiced brand, founded by entrepreneur Sam Bronfman, directly begin in 1945. But the romance of the story of the real captain is preserved. After all, the recipe for spiced rum, which is taken as the basis of the drink we know, was bought by the owner of the company from Jamaican pharmaceutical brothers. Also, this composition has become a source of inspiration for creating a whole line of different Roma, each of which is distinguished not only by spice and aging, but also by its special taste. Reflection of a unique mix made in Jamaica can also be found in Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum.
Preparation method
Rum production goes through the following stages:
- Squeeze juice from sugarcane to obtain a by-product - molasses.
- Yeast and water are added to get alcohol. Moreover, for each type of rum, certain types of unicellular mushrooms are selected.
- A combination of science and art takes place - the fermented liquid is heated and condensed, and then magically mixed with a secret spice recipe.
- The resulting liquid matures in charred white oak barrels to produce a specific color and concentrated aroma that is maximally revealed in your glass.
Taste and color
"Captain Morgan" Spicy is available in two varieties: Black (Black Spiced Rum) and Gold (Original Spiced Gold Rum).
The first brand of rum is considered multifaceted (the strength is 47.3%) - the drink is full of various pleasant notes, has a complex composition and a dark color. It was obtained with added caramel, and youth provides it with soft viscosity and ductility, which enhances the aftertaste.
Inhaling the aroma of this rum, you first vividly smell the soft vanilla with a touch of spice and oak. Then there are mixed and revealed notes of cloves, cinnamon and hibiscus.
The first feeling when using this drink is a spicy candied taste, which is provided by the very caramel. And only then you will feel vanilla, cloves and cinnamon, which open gradually and intensify with every second.
Rum "Captain Morgan" specialized gold (strength is 35%) - a drink of a pleasant color of transparent amber.
First of all, you will feel the aroma of rum and vanilla, and the accents of cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg make themselves felt right after them. At the same time, it is also possible to note light notes of oak and orange zest as a background.
The rum taste is distinguished by soft astringency, and vanilla remains in the foreground of taste sensations, to which mild, but noteworthy, vegetable aromas of oak spices are mixed.
Nuances
"Captain Morgan" spicy - this is a rum that is intended, rather, for mixing, because its taste is replayed and revealed differently and brighter precisely when adding third-party drinks like orange juice or cola.
Of course, many lovers agree that the noble form of alcohol is beautiful as a separate unit. You will undoubtedly enjoy it if you just dilute a clean drink with ice - the rich and rich taste of spices, caramel and oak will open in all its diversity and will linger due to its astringency.
However, in the presence of additive impurities in the form of cola and lemonade, rum manifests itself in a different way: tastes come to the fore, which, when used independently, play a secondary role. In fact, the sensation of the main drink is quite bright and strong that the presence of additional ingredients does not occupy its leadership position and does not interrupt the aroma and taste of rum.
Spread
“Captain Morgan” Special has fans everywhere. For example, in the UK and the United States, entire fan clubs of this drink have been created, which throw captain parties, although they probably cannot do without the support of the brand itself.
Rum "Captain Morgan" spicy golden distributed throughout the world, even in remote corners of the planet. And his company label with the image of an eccentric knight is recognizable at first sight.
Rum "Captain Morgan" black spicy - a relatively new instance, which first went on mass sale in 2011, so it has not yet managed to get worldwide distribution. However, thanks to the rich taste, it finds more and more admirers. At the moment, he is more honored in the countries of central and western Europe and America.
Drinking culture
We have already mentioned that Captain Morgan Spicy is good on its own, if you just add a few ice cubes. The taste of each of the above drinks will reveal its own characteristics, but it is also worth considering that the alcohol content in Black Spiced is 12 units higher than in Original Spiced Gold (47.3% versus 35.3%).
But we will also tell you the most popular and unusual cocktail recipes that reveal rum from the right side.
Cocktail Recipes
So, take Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold Rum as the basis.
- Grog. Fill a glass with ice cubes, add 25 ml of rum, 125 ml of lager and 50 ml of lemonade. Mix, but do not shake.
- Rum and cola. Fill a tall glass with ice, add 50 ml of rum and 125 ml of cola. Finish off with a slice of lemon and get an unshakable classic.
- Strawberry Daiquiri. Fill 3/4 glass with ice, then add 50 ml of rum, 25 ml of sugar syrup, 25 ml of fresh lime juice and 3 sliced strawberries one at a time. Vigorously mix and strain into another bowl (a martini glass is recommended). So you get a non-standard female cocktail that has already found its fans.
Now the key element of our cocktails will be Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum.
- Rum and ginger. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, pour 50 ml of rum and 150 ml of ginger ale. Garnish with a slice of lemon. We recommend this recipe, because the notes of ginger perfectly reveal and emphasize the taste of black spiced rum.
- Alcoholic drink and juice. In a glass with ice, add 25 ml of rum and 125 ml of orange juice. Mix gently.
- Good old Henry Morgan. Stir the juice of an orange slice, 5 g of sugar and a few drops of water. Next, add 25 ml of rum and 3 drops of tincture. Strain into a separate glass.
Reviews on "Captain Morgan" Spicy
Fans of "Captain Morgan" are not only lovers of experimentation and unusual taste, but also proponents of the classics. Each of them finds in this drink what he is looking for: an unusual game of spices, which is peculiarly revealed at every sip, or the prevailing taste of the universally recognized classic drink.
For example, men celebrate its undeniable spiciness along with the unquenchable taste of the rum itself, the aftertaste of which is delayed for some time due to its astringency. But it also causes mixed opinions of experts, since this drink belongs to the category of young people and is aged in barrels from a year to two years. Some consider its characteristic astringency to be a drawback, others consider it a virtue, while others claim that the sensation does not provide a sufficient aftertaste.
Ladies appreciate the special rum with rich aroma and notes of vanilla or caramel, which are strongly felt when drinking alcohol both in pure form and are deeply revealed when used in such classic cocktails as Daiquiri or Mojito.
Why is Captain Morgan spicy?
The brand's wide popularity is not only a successful advertising campaign, but also a truly expanded gamut of tastes, based on a classic recipe, and simply the quality of the product. You can discover a rich world of new sensations that give you a carefully selected set of spices and fidelity to classic technologies. Having tried this drink at least once, you will undoubtedly return to it more than once, since it is always pleasant to relax and enjoy such a diverse palette of tastes that merge into a single whole in every sip.
Once again, we pay attention to the strength of the drink, in particular, black spiced rum. As one of the slogans of the brand says: "Drink responsibly - the order of the captain!".