The launch of this rare Limited Edition blend is a celebration of the friendship between two unique men – King Haakon VII of Norway and Valdemar Riise. In addition, this rum-based sprit drink accommodates a long-expressed desire from rum aficionados from all over the world.

The heart of this e exclusive spirit drink expands upon the naval tradition by using large quantities of pot still rum. To recreate the ambience of olden-day navy rum we have given the drink a velvet touch and a sweet twist. A.H. Riise secured his business by sending his son Valdemar (1853–1914) to Denmark when he was just nine years old. Riise wanted his son to receive a suitable education, and Valdemar was later trained both as a pharmacist and in agricultural institutions in Leipzig, Dresden and Paris. In 1878 Valdemar returned to the West Indies, now fully qualified to continue his
career in the most well-stocked pharmacy in the region.

King Haakon VII of Norway started his life as Prince Carl of Denmark. He built up his career in the Royal Danish Navy, which led to him serving on the vessel, Fregatten Jylland. The national treasure “Frigate Jylland” – led the Prince to the Danish West Indies.

Tasting notes:

Color: Light gold Aroma | Vanilla, coconut and butter caramel followed by caramelised apple cake and discrete lavender note.

Taste: The same primary aromatic notes with an added hint of coconut.

Aftertaste: Vanilla and butter caramel linger long, together with a hint of orange peel.