Project #173 Launches Dubai Chocolate Rum
Kent-based brand Project #173 have added a fun new flavour to their range of craft rums with a Dubai Chocolate expression, inspired by the viral dessert that has taken social media by storm Priced at just £20.95 and available from Master of Malt, it is perfect for creative cocktail creations this festive season and also makes a fantastic stocking filler or Secret Santa gift
PROJECT #173 LAUNCHES DUBAI CHOCOLATE RUM
Kent-based craft rum brand Project #173 has bottled the internet’s favourite new flavour.
Declared by The Wall Street Journal as “the new Pumpkin Spice” Dubai Chocolate – a mix of milk chocolate, pistachio cream and crispy filo pastry – has been setting social feeds (and taste buds) alight with c the #dubaichocolate hashtag having achieved in excess of
20 billion views on TikTok alone. Now, Project #173 brings the trend to spirits lovers with the launch of their new Dubai Chocolate Flavoured Rum (RRP £20.95 | Available
from Master of Malt)
It is crafted around a core of quality Caribbean rum and naturally flavoured with indulgent layers of creamy chocolate and pistachio. Sip it neat, stir it into an Old Fashioned, shake it with a shot of Espresso or mix into a decadent cocktail. This one’s for the flavour fiends.
Project #173 is already known for its line-up of playful, premium flavoured rums, presented in their signature apothecary-style bottles. The range includes everything from Black Cherry, Smoked Chilli and Pumpkin Spice to Salted Caramel, Cherry Bakewell and Coconut.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Marzipan and tiramisu, with chocolate mousse and pistachio cookies.
- Palate: Silky chocolate, candied almonds, pistachio ice cream, frangipane and baklava.
- Finish: Crème caramel, choc-chip muffins, maple pastries, and a smidge of Nesquik.
Cocktail Suggestion– Midnight Pistachio Velvet
Ingredients:
- 50ml Project #173 Dubai Chocolate Rum
- 20ml Irish cream (e.g. Baileys)
- 30ml double cream
Garnish:
- Grated dark chocolate or cocoa powder
- Crushed pistachios
Method:
Shake ingredients with ice, strain into a coupe glass, garnish with grated chocolate and pistachios.
Available via Master of Malt at £20.95 (50cl, 42% ABV).