Blackwell Rum


Blackwell Rum is a Jamaican brand of rum.

History of the company

The company was established by the Island Records founder Chris Blackwell and the advertising executive and entrepreneur Richard Kirshenbaum in 2008. Blackwell's son, Chris Blackwell Jr, is also closely involved in the enterprise. The rum is distilled and blended by J.Wray and Nephew and distributed throughout the Caribbean and in other markets, including North America and the UK.

Recipe and distillation process

The blend developed by Blackwell and the master blender Joy Spence is based on a traditional recipe from the days when Blackwell’s mother's family owned J. Wray & Nephew and Appleton Estate.
Blackwell Rum is produced from Jamaican sugar cane, water and yeast to produce a blend between a traditional ‘heavy’ pot and a lighter column still rum. Once distilled, it is aged in American oak barrels.

Awards and recognition

Blackwell Rum appeared in the 2012 American comedy series Anger Management.