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Port Royal Rum bursts from the tin with a banner of chocolate and dark rum, sweet, smooth, and unmistakably rich. The initial aroma blends these two profiles so entirely that it gives the impression of a chocolate liqueur. This leans into confectionery territory, and in fact, the closest match on the American palate might be a Tootsie Roll.
Once placed in the nose, the chocolate and rum hold court, with the chocolate edge rising just above. The rum adds warmth and smoothness, but doesn't linger long. The snuff is finely milled with a slightly fluffy cut, and while flavourful, this fine grind makes for a less forgiving pinch, better suited to careful dosing than casual hits from the anatomical box, and can be hard to place in the nose without a careful sniff. The moisture content is sufficient with only minor clumping in the tin, and the tobacco colour is a light mocha brown. This snuff provides a light to moderate amount of vitamin N. As the top notes taper, what remains is a soft, lingering sweetness and just a whisper of tobacco in the background, enough to remind you this is still a snuff, not a dessert.
If you have a sweet tooth and appreciate candy-like blends, Port Royal Rum is a worthy addition to your rotation. But if artificial chocolate isn't your thing, or if you prefer your snuffs dry, earthy, or mentholated, this might be one to admire from afar.