William Hinton

The family-run William Hinton Distillery, located on the small Portuguese island of Madeira, looks back on a centuries-old tradition of sugarcane cultivation and the subsequent production of exclusive rums. This exquisite William Hinton 600 Anos Limited Edition is a unique anniversary bottling of 600 bottles, paying tribute to William Hinton's impressive 600-year success story! It was made from the juice of the finest sugarcane batches from Madeira. This juice, somewhat similar to Rhum Agricole, then underwent an extended fermentation process and was distilled in a column still. The result is a unique and highly exclusive, unaged overproof rum with a clear white color. To the nose, it presents itself as a distinctive and authentic rum with a strong personality. It exhibits distinctly agricultural characteristics with green and herbaceous spicy notes, sweet sugarcane, and olives. On the palate, it reveals its full richness and naturalness through fresh and herbal notes. The wonderful aromas of sugar cane are very present in the taste and linger in the long and spicy finish.

With this William Hinton Fermentação Natural Limited Edition, the Engenho Novo da Madeira distillery on the Portuguese island presents an exceptional rum that clearly distinguishes itself from other bottlings. It is produced from high-quality, locally sourced sugarcane juice and undergoes a special, extended fermentation process before distillation. No yeast cultures are added; instead, the distillers wait for the natural fermentation to begin and the optimal moment for distillation. This additive-free fermentation results in an authentic Rhum Agricole that, despite its intense character, presents itself as harmonious, smooth, and well-rounded. On the nose, it is crystal clear and unmistakable, with a strong personality, distinctly green and herbal, accompanied by notes of fresh sugarcane and olives. On the palate, the herbal aromas unfold their youthful freshness, richness, and naturalness, while the sugarcane remains very present and leads into a long, spicy finish. An impressive rum that convinces visually, aromatically, and in terms of taste.

Curral das Freiras is a small village on the island of Madeira and home to the Engenho Novo da Madeira distillery. There, William Hinton Ginja is produced according to the original 17th-century recipe using local sour cherries. These cherries are macerated for at least a year in a blend of Madeira wine, rum, and alcohol. The filtered liquid is then aged for two or three years in ex-Madeira wine barrels made of French oak. The wine used is a Barbeito Sweet Madeira, made from three-year-aged Tinta Negra Mole grapes. The three-year-old Madeira rum is also aged in Madeira wine barrels. William Hinton Ginja Limited Edition liqueur has a bright ruby-red color and contains no artificial colors or preservatives. It delights the nose and palate with intense sour cherry aromas. The sweet and tart notes are complemented by subtle barrel notes and a hint of cocoa, rum, and oak. This limited special edition in numbered bottles can be enjoyed as an aperitif or digestif, or with chocolate - ideally from a small cup of dark chocolate.

The small Portuguese island of Madeira lies off the northwest coast of Africa in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. The island boasts exceptionally favorable climatic conditions for growing sugarcane. A veritable Garden of Eden in the Atlantic! William Hinton founded a sugar factory and distillery on Madeira in 1845, which over time became one of the largest on the island. Due to various external factors, the distillery had to cease operations in 1986. In 2006, William Hinton's heirs resumed production of high-quality rums, aiming to recapture the glory and success of earlier years. This premium William Hinton Rum 6 Anos is in a league of its own; a true insider tip for rum connoisseurs! Matured for six long years in French oak barrels, it is a distinctive and complex rum, smooth and sweet on the palate, with a light dark brown color. The palate initially perceives delicate sweet aromas with a hint of well-balanced acidity, supported by woody notes, dry nutty notes and beautiful vanilla.

William Hinton arrived on the Portuguese island of Madeira in 1845. Madeira's geographical location, Atlantic climate, and soil conditions made it an excellent growing region for sugarcane. He established a distillery that, by 1882, was one of the largest on the island. Unfortunately, the distillery had to cease operations in 1986. His descendants revived the business in 2006. Production resumed using the century-old copper still, which had been restored in 1969 and again in 2007, with the stated goal of producing unique, limited-edition rums. This William Hinton Rum Limited Edition 6YO Aged in Aquavit Cask was initially matured for six years in French oak barrels. It was then blended with a 25-year-old rum and transferred to a former aquavit cask. This final three-year maturation period gives the rum its distinctive finish, which brings out wonderful, typical aquavit aromas. An exciting rum that surprises the nose and palate with fruity-sweet notes, underpinned by a wonderfully spicy herbal note and a touch of caraway, which transitions into a long-lasting, harmonious finish.

William Hinton Rum Limited Edition 6YO Aged in French Brandy Cask is a unique and exclusive blend of a six-year-old rum and a 25-year-old rum, which then undergoes a multifaceted finishing process for nine months in a former French Cognac cask. The rum captivates with its mesmerizing amber color, impressively clear with shimmering copper highlights. The nose is greeted by a rum of exceptional aromatic intensity. At its heart are perfectly balanced notes of toasted wood, chocolate, and a blend of hazelnuts, roasted almonds, and walnuts. Subtle notes of vanilla, leather, and vegetal undertones such as hay develop later. An authentic, medium-bodied rum, the palate is treated to a delicious sweetness and a warm, complex character. The rum remains true to its spicy nature, with rich notes of resin, licorice, black pepper, vanilla, and cinnamon. These are joined by citrus aromas and notes of dried fruits such as peaches, raisins, and prunes, which perfectly complement the spices. Its finish is dry and remarkably long.

Another high-quality William Hinton rum, produced on the small Portuguese island of Madeira. William Hinton founded a sugar factory with an attached distillery on Madeira as early as 1845, which quickly became one of the largest on the island. However, operations ceased in 1986. In 2006, his heirs revived the old tradition and have since been producing exceptional rums, which undergo their exquisite finishing in various casks. This William Hinton Rum Limited Edition 6YO Aged in Madeira Cask consists of a rum that aged for six years in oak barrels before being blended with a 25-year-old rum from old stocks. The blend then matured for a further three years. Its final maturation and finishing phase took place in a former Madeira wine cask. It displays a dark amber color. On the nose, initially sweet notes of raisins and brown sugar emerge, gradually becoming drier. On the palate, it is rich, fruity, and expressive with beautiful aromas of wood, spices, peach compote, figs, and tobacco. The finish is soft and semi-dry with notes of spices, licorice, and fennel.

Tradition holds that the first sugarcane plants on Madeira originated in Sicily. Thanks to Madeira's favorable climate, William Hinton established a sugar factory and distillery there in 1845. Over time, this became one of the largest on the island. Unfortunately, the distillery had to cease production in 1986. In 2006, William Hinton's heirs revived the production of high-quality rums. This William Hinton Rum Limited Edition 6YO Aged in Portuguese Fortified Wine Cask is made from a rum aged for six years in French oak barrels, blended with a 25-year-old rum from old stocks. The blend rested for a further three years before being transferred to a former (single cask) Portuguese wine cask for a final nine-month maturation period. The result is a smooth and well-balanced flavor profile. The nose and palate detect sweet notes of vanilla, caramel, dried fruit, and spices. A hint of light sweetness emerges during the long, pleasant finish. This delicious rarity was bottled in a limited edition of only 252 bottles.

Another Rhum Agricole single cask bottling in a strictly limited edition of only 340 bottles from William Hinton, based on the beautiful Atlantic island of Madeira. This exquisite William Hinton Rum Limited Edition 6YO Aged in Spanish Fortified Wine Cask was made from the finest local sugarcane juice and distilled in a column still. It then matured for six years in select French oak casks before being blended with a 25-year-old rum from Hinton's old stocks. The blend then matured for a further three years. For the next and final step in the production process, the blend was transferred to a former Spanish wine cask for its elegant finish, where it rested for another nine months. These long maturation periods, and especially its finishing, have resulted in a high-quality, rich, and multifaceted rum with a wonderfully smooth and well-balanced flavor profile. The connoisseur will detect intriguing sherry aromas that are rounded, pleasantly sweet, and spicy, caressing the palate. Long and dry finish, with a hint of raisins and dried fruit. A true Madeira rum!

William Hinton founded a sugar factory with an attached distillery on the small Atlantic island of Madeira in 1845. The island boasts excellent soil conditions and ideal climatic conditions for growing sugarcane. Thanks to advanced technology, the distillery quickly became one of the largest on Madeira. Unfortunately, operations had to cease in 1986. In 2006, the heirs revived the old tradition and have since been producing exceptional rums, each undergoing an exquisite finishing process in different casks. William Hinton Rum Limited Edition 6YO Aged in Whisky Cask is a distilled rum that matured for six years in French oak barrels before being blended with a 25-year-old rum from old stocks for a further three years of aging. Its final maturation and refined finish were achieved in a former whisky cask. This exquisite rum has a good texture and reveals a balanced flavor profile of fruity, floral, and delicate wood notes, complemented by hints of peach, lavender, and licorice. Its pleasant finish is long and dry. A rum to fall in love with!

William Hinton laid the foundation for his company on the Portuguese island of Madeira in 1845 with the establishment of a sugar factory and a distillery. At the beginning of the 20th century, this distillery was among the largest on the island. However, production ceased in 1986. In 2006, William Hinton's heirs decided to continue the family tradition and, after restoring the distillery, resumed the production of the finest rums. This William Hinton Vermouth Moot is the first of its kind on Madeira and is in no way inferior in quality to the popular Madeira rums. It is a wonderful addition to the William Hinton range. A vermouth made from a semi-sweet Madeira wine and carefully distilled with a maceration of aromatic botanicals and spices typical of the island, which give it its slightly sweet taste with complex aromas. Moot is a very approachable and authentic Madeira product, perfect for all occasions, refreshing and versatile. It is recommended to serve it with ice and lemon, or simply let it inspire you to create a new cocktail.