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Our Journal
Explore stories of Jamaican culture, flavour and craft with reflections on Kenya and Africa.


Pirates, Pot-stills and Master Blenders: The Origins of Jamaican Rum
This is not a romanticised story that's been taken from Hollywood's silver screen. On this journey we shall discover why the sailors of the Caribbean Sea had a preference for the dark spirit during the 15th century, through to the impact it had on the transatlantic slave trade, to it becoming a mainstay in the world of exceptional spirits around the world.
Oct 5


The Story of Jamaican Cigars: From Post War to Hurricanes to the Comeback
Jamaican cigars are one of those strange blind spots in the cigar world. Whereas everyone knows about Cuba, Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic and even Honduras; Jamaica quietly sits in the footnotes of history. Despite the fact that at one point it was hugely important to British cigar smokers.
Sep 21


Beyond the Bar: Discovering Jamaican Chocolate
A brief introduction into PURE Chocolate Jamaica and insights into the history of Jamaica cacao.
Sep 21


A Taste of Jamaica: Exploring the Trelawney Collection
Introduces the collection across cigars, chocolate, coffee and rum.
Sep 8


From Jamaica to Kenya: A Journey of Taste and Culture
Introduces the broader Trelawney story and the cultural connection between Jamaica, Kenya and Africa.
Sep 8
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