• Salford Rum and Black 70cl glass bottle with silver map design against a purple background.
  • Front view of the matte purple Salford Rum and Black bottle with a green seal and wooden stopper.
  • Close-up of the back label on the Rum and Black bottle showing the 28% ABV and batch number.
  • Freshly grown blackcurrants being hand-picked for use in Salford Rum and Black.
  • Harvesting local blackcurrants in Greater Manchester for the small-batch Rum and Black production.
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Salford Rum - Rum & Black

Salford Rum - Rum & Black

A nostalgic and bold blackcurrant-infused rum liqueur crafted in Salford, combining rich berry depth with subtle warmth.

28% ABV700mlBlackcurrant InfusedSweet & JuicyNostalgic
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Key Flavours

Local Blackcurrants Crafted with locally sourced fruit from The Promise Co.
The Dockworkers' Classic A rich take on the traditional blend of rum and blackcurrant cordial.

Why you’ll love our Rum & Black Rum

A bold reimagining of the classic "Rum & Black" using locally sourced fruit.
Crafted with real blackcurrants from The Promise Co. for authentic tartness.
A lighter, juicy spirit that serves as a perfect bridge to the world of rum.

Perfect Serve

Rum & Black with Soda & Lemon

Rum & Black with Soda & Lemon

Garnish: Fresh lemon slice

Ingredients:

50ml Salford Rum & Black
150ml Premium Soda Water
Cubed ice

Method:

Add rum to a glass of your choice filled with ice. Top with soda water and a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Quays Royale

Quays Royale

Garnish: Fresh lemon twist

Ingredients:

50ml Salford Rum & Black
100ml Chilled Prosecco (to top)

Method:

Pour the Rum & Black into a chilled champagne flute. Top slowly with chilled Prosecco.

Tasting Profile

Nose
Bright and fruity, led by ripe blackcurrant with subtle hints of berry sweetness and light rum notes.
Palate
Sweet and juicy on the palate, delivering bold blackcurrant flavour balanced with smooth rum warmth and a soft, rounded mouthfeel.
Finish
Clean and refreshing, with lingering fruit sweetness and a gentle, easy-drinking finish.

Product Description

Born from the stories of the working men’s clubs around Salford Docks, our Rum & Black is a craft take on a legendary dockside staple. Produced in small batches at The Dirty Old Town Distillery, we use locally sourced blackcurrants from The Promise Co. to ensure an unapologetically fruity flavour. This rich, dark liqueur is presented in a beautiful sprayed purple glass bottle with silver detailing.

🫐 Local Blackcurrants | Crafted with fruit from The Promise Co. in Greater Manchester.

⚓ The Dockworkers' Classic | A rich, small-batch tribute to Salford’s history.

🥃 Product Details | 70cl - 28% ABV - Sprayed Purple Glass Bottle.

Delivery & Returns

Delivery

  • Standard delivery (Royal Mail): £4.95 · 2–5 working days
  • Free delivery: On orders over £100
  • Click & Collect: Free · Ready once confirmed
  • Orders are dispatched within 1–2 working days
  • Delivery times are estimates and may vary during busy periods

Returns

  • Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery
  • Bottle must be unopened and in original condition
  • Return by post: Customer pays return postage
  • Return in store: Free

Return address:
The Dirty Old Town Distillery
33 Viaduct St, Salford M3 7WX