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For more than three centuries, the daily ration of PUSSER'S RUM brought cheer to British sailors the world over. It was first introduced for crews working in the Tropics (where traditional English ale spoilt rapidly) in 1655, but soon became standard issue across the fleet. The daily ration was controlled by the purser (or pusser, hence the name), and only ceased in 1970 when the Navy decided alcohol should be made available on a normal social basis. Pusser's is a blend of aged pot-still Caribbean rums, with a unique and exceptionally smooth, rich flavour. For best effect, sip it "on the rocks", or dilute 4:1 with water as Navy "Grog". This flagon, containing 47.75% abv. is earthenware, as traditionally used aboard ship to keep rum in prime condition. Each is handcast and decorated, protected with a deep, lustrous glaze to last for generations.

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