Deadhead 6 Year is an aged rum distilled from sugarcane and molasses and matured for six years, housed in the brand's iconic bottle shaped like a tsantsa, or shrunken head, and bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).
The bottles pay tribute to the Shuar, an indigenous people known to collect the shrunken heads of their vanquished foes, believing that the soul remained within. No tribe on earth knows the true meaning of nonconformity better than the Shuar. While Deadhead's vessels don't contain souls, they do contain extraordinary spirits.
Six years of aging bring warm spice, natural sweetness and soft oak. Deep amber in the glass, it offers caramel, vanilla and spice on the nose, rich toffee and tropical fruit on the palate with a hint of oak, and a smooth, warming finish.
An excellent sipping rum, with assertive aromatics and brilliant flavors.
Aged rum is one of the most diverse spirits in the world, shaped by the sugarcane, the still and the warm climates where it matures, which speed up the interaction between spirit and wood.
The rum balances richness with approachability, and its presentation is unmistakable: the shrunken-head bottle is the brand's defining visual feature, making it a conversation piece on any back bar and a memorable gift.
Crafted from quality sugarcane, it is ideal for sipping neat or on the rocks, and its depth makes it a key ingredient in rum cocktails.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Caramel, vanilla, spice.
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Palate: Rich toffee, tropical fruit, hint of oak.
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Finish: Smooth and warming.
Specifications
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Brand: Deadhead
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Style: Aged rum
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Age: 6 years
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Base: Sugarcane and molasses
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Bottle: Shrunken-head (tsantsa) design
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or on the rocks, or let it star in classic Tiki cocktails like a Mai Tai or a Zombie.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the bottle shaped like a head?
It resembles a tsantsa, a tribute to the Shuar people.
How old is it?
Six years old.
How should I drink it?
Neat, on the rocks, or in classic Tiki cocktails.
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