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A multi-layered tot of delicious rums from Guyana, Barbados and Jamaica, expertly blended for the tastes of today.

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The Story - Follow the story of Black Tot - from its historical roots to today and beyond.

The Story

Follow the story of Black Tot - from its historical roots to today and beyond.

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 Black Tot Day 50th Anniversary - Learn about our plans to celebrate this historic landmark.

Black Tot Day 50th Anniversary

Learn about our plans to celebrate this historic landmark.

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 #BlackTotToast - Fancy a chance to win your rum ration? Share your Tall Ships Toast on social media!

#BlackTotToast

Fancy a chance to win your rum ration? Share your Tall Ships Toast on social media!

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WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS

Tales of the Tot

WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS

James Lind discovered the effects of citrus fruit on warding off scurvy in 1747, but it wasn’t until almost 50 years later in 1795 that the Navy issued a daily ration of lemon juice to prevent this disease. However, due to prevailing myths surrounding alternative cures, it wouldn’t be until 1928 - and the discovery of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) - that scurvy was fully banished from the fleet.

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Long Live the Tot!

Our Journey

Long Live the Tot!

Black Tot Day in 1970 ended a relationship between the British Armed Forces and their favourite drink and the sailors of the of the time mourned the loss of their rum. But this loss led to society’s gain...

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 THE DAY THE RUM DIED

History

THE DAY THE RUM DIED

1970 marked the end of the navy rum ration on ‘Black Tot Day'. But eventually, the fate of the last of the liquid crossed our path.

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Where To Buy

Wherever you are in the world, look for Black Tot in your nearest retailer or bar.

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 The Golden Tot - Black Tot Day 50th Anniversary

Cocktail of the Month

Try our special Black Tot Day 50th Anniversary cocktail, The Golden Tot, created by Black Tot Global Brand Ambassador, Mitch Wilson.

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