British Navy Pusser’s Rum Traditional Toasts 1 Litre Wade Decanter 54.4%

Pussers Rum Decanter & Stopper, Wade, British Navy, Admiral Lord Nelson, Porcelain, 1 litre. This decanter is 9" tall and 7 3/4" in diameter. Artist/maker: George Wade & Son Ltd., Date made: 1983; Place made: Manchester Pottery, Burslem, Staffordshire, England; Materials: porcelain.

Here’s a deep dive into the British Navy Pusser’s Rum Traditional Toasts 1 Litre (54.4%), also known as Gunpowder Proof—a rum steeped in naval tradition and bottled at true British Navy strength.

Tasting Notes: Pusser’s Gunpowder Proof (54.4%)

Appearance: Deep coppery amber with burnished bronze highlights. Viscous legs hint at its robust body

Nose: Bold and pungent molasses. Rich treacle and dark toffee. Hints of honey, vanilla, and blackened ginger cake. Spices emerge: cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of clove. Subtle oak and a whisper of smoke

Palate: Full-bodied and warming, yet surprisingly smooth for its proof. Layers of molasses, espresso, and burnt sugar. Vanilla and baking spices (cinnamon, nutmeg) dance with oak tannins. A peppery alcohol bite adds structure without overwhelming. Slight sweetness balanced by earthy depth and charred wood

Finish: Long and lingering. Burnt caramel, cold black tea, prunes, and spice. A dry, tannic fade with echoes of naval austerity

Admiralty Strength: Bottled at 54.4% ABV, matching the original Navy standard—strong enough to ignite gunpowder if spilled.

Blend Origins: A mix of pot and column still rums from Guyana and Trinidad, aged in ex-bourbon barrels.

Legacy: Recreated in 1979 by Charles Tobias using the Admiralty’s original blending formula. Each bottle supports the Royal Navy Sailor’s Fund.