During an outing arranged by Joel, we visited the JimmyRum distillery—a distinctive venue in Dromana on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, known as the region’s first dedicated craft rum distillery. Established with the vision of introducing Australians to a refined appreciation of rum, JimmyRum has since gained a reputation for its inventive small-batch creations and a relaxed coastal ambience.
Upon our arrival, however, we found ourselves unattended for nearly half an hour, seemingly overlooked amidst the flurry of larger rum-tasting tour groups. We very nearly departed in disappointment, until a courteous gentleman eventually welcomed us and offered us a seat, inviting us to wait a little longer.
We partook in their curated rum tastings—Joel selected the extravagant set, while I opted for the fruit-based selection. Despite our differing preferences, we curiously settled on the same bottle to take home: a coffee-flavoured rum, which was not at all what we had initially anticipated. Regrettably, the finer expressions we truly desired proved beyond our budget. Nevertheless, the accompanying cheese balls were delightfully paired, their richness harmonising beautifully with the spiced warmth of the rum.
What began with some hesitation concluded in a most spirited and memorable experience, a testament to the allure and conviviality that JimmyRum has come to embody.
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