Common Clean

Reference

Jamaica

ABV40-46% typical. Ester level defines category, not proof.
Sub-styles
Jamaican Light FunkLow-ester Pot StillEveryday JamaicanBlending Rum

Tasting Notes

Light juniper, citrus, clean spirit, balanced botanicals, not aggressive. The hallmark is restraint. If juniper dominates, it is London Dry, not common clean. If nothing dominates, it might be vodka.

Brand Guide

Well

Gordon's ($16-20)

Call

Beefeater ($22-28)

Premium

Plymouth ($32-40)

Top Shelf

N/A (the category is defined by approachability, not luxury). Plymouth is the reference for clean, balanced gin

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The Story

The bridge between clean column and wild pot: Jamaican rum with restraint, funk held in reserve.