Not every treasure was meant to be found.
Far beyond the last shipping lane, hidden beyond reefs and swallowed by mist, lies an island that has disappeared from every modern map.
For centuries, sailors have whispered about it. Some call it a myth. Some call it paradise.
Pirates simply called it Marooned.
Legend tells of crews who sailed ashore in search of fresh water, only to discover something far more valuable.
Wild spice forests. Golden fruit groves. Ancient coconut palms. Sugar cane swaying in the sea breeze.
And hidden deep beneath the canopy…
Rum in every form, from crystal-clear spirit fresh from the still to barrels warmed by oak.
Some say they were forgotten. Others believe they were left behind intentionally, as the greatest treasure of all.
Today, every bottle in the Marooned Series™ captures a different part of that legendary island. Each expression tells the story of a place where adventure never ends, treasure is measured in flavour and nobody ever wants to be rescued.
Lost never tasted this good.
Every expression in the Marooned Series™ begins with the same South African craft foundation: rum distilled from Treacle 3 molasses.
Marooned Ghost Rum captures that foundation in its clearest form—unaged, unflavoured and bottled without barrel maturation.
Marooned Island Rum takes the spirit in a darker direction. Triple distilled for smoothness and matured in French oak barrels, it develops a full-bodied profile of caramel, vanilla, molasses and gentle oak.
Banana Rum, Coco Pine Rum and Spiced Rum explore three more corners of the island, building on the collection’s rich molasses rum character with warm, tropical and spiced flavours.
The heart of the island
The rum that started the legend.
Rich, dark and full-bodied, Marooned Island Rum brings together deep molasses, luscious caramel, warm vanilla and gentle toasted oak. Its smooth, lingering finish makes it equally suited to sipping neat, serving over ice or pairing with cola and fresh lime.
The comfort of the island
Beyond the white beaches lies a forgotten grove where banana trees grow wild beneath towering palms.
Marooned Banana Rum blends caramelised banana, freshly baked banana bread, brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla with rich molasses for a warm, buttery, indulgent finish.
The paradise of the island
Along the tropical shore, toasted coconut and ripe pineapple bring a brighter island character to the dark rum foundation.
Creamy coconut, juicy pineapple, caramelised sugar and warm vanilla create a tropical expression that is smooth and rounded rather than overly sweet. Serve over ice with pineapple juice and fresh lime, or lengthen it with soda for a lighter pour.
The fire of the island
Deep within the Spice Forest, warming baking spices mingle with dark molasses, rich caramel and vanilla.
Marooned Spiced Rum complements the character of the original rum rather than disguising it. Cinnamon, toasted spice and subtle oak lead into a long, warming finish made for sipping after sunset.
The spirit of the island
Every island has its secrets. This one has a spirit.
Crafted in South Africa from Treacle 3 molasses, Marooned Ghost Rum is crystal clear and unaged, with delicate sweetness, subtle molasses notes and a crisp, clean, gently warming finish.
The untamed spirit that started it all.
The heart. The comfort. The paradise. The fire. The spirit.
Five distinctive expressions tell different parts of one Marooned story. Explore them individually, share them with your crew or discover which corner of the island calls you back for another pour.
Five treasures. One legendary island.
The Marooned Series™ is reserved for persons aged 18 and older. Please enjoy responsibly and please review our Terms & Conditions of Alcohol Sale before purchasing.
The Marooned Series™ is a collection of five South African craft rum expressions from Rocket Distillery: Ghost Rum, Island Rum, Banana Rum, Coco Pine Rum and Spiced Rum. Each expression captures a different character and destination within the legendary world of Marooned Island.
The Marooned collection shares a South African rum foundation distilled from Treacle 3 molasses. Ghost Rum is bottled clear and unaged, without added flavouring or barrel maturation. Island Rum is matured in French oak, while Banana Rum, Coco Pine Rum and Spiced Rum explore the warmer, tropical and spiced sides of the Marooned world.
Each expression offers a different way to explore the island. Enjoy Island Rum neat, over ice or with cola and lime. Serve Banana Rum with cola or alongside espresso and cream. Mix Coco Pine Rum with pineapple juice, lime or soda, and pair Spiced Rum with ginger ale or cola. Ghost Rum is ideal for refreshing rum cocktails such as a Mojito, Daiquiri or Piña Colada, or simply served with ginger beer and fresh lime.