Two IWSC medals. First year. First bottle.
Expedition Spiced Rum.
£40 · 700ml · 40% ABV
Between us, we served 17 years in the Royal Signals. We wanted a proper drink to share with mates. Something with character, made by people who give a damn. We couldn't find it. So we made it ourselves.
Our storyReal Ingredients. No Artificial Flavouring. Veteran Owned. Numbered Small Batches.
IWSC 2026 Bronze
Expedition Spiced Rum.
IWSC 2026 Silver
Expedition Spiced Rum and cola, judged with Franklin and Sons.
“A hint of coconut leads to vibrant ginger and citrus, with gingerbread and winter spices.”
IWSC judging notes. See the results at iwsc.net
Everything in the shop.
The bottle, the glassware its serves were built in, and the tools for making them. A first order can start small.
The rum.
The bottle on its own, boxed with the glass and jigger to serve it, or six at once.
Glassware.
The glasses the serves were built in.
Bar tools.
The jigger, the shaker, the stones, and the small things a first order can start with.
What people say.
Absolutely special flavour. Nothing on the market tastes like this.
5 out of 5 stars. Customer review · Trustpilot A wonderfully designed bottle, with quality rum.
4 out of 5 stars. Verified customer · Trustpilot Great product and excellent communication when I had a question about delivery.
4 out of 5 stars. Verified customer · Trustpilot Really smooth with a great taste. Bought another two bottles immediately.
5 out of 5 stars. Verified customer · Trustpilot
4.7 / 5 · 37 reviews on Trustpilot
Read them all onWhy Jerry Can?
Named after a piece of kit that was designed to work, not to look good on a shelf. That's our standard.
Real Ingredients
Madagascan vanilla, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, orange peel, cloves, cassia, agave. No artificial flavouring. That is what goes in. Nothing else.
Veteran Heritage
Between us, we served 17 years in the Royal Corps of Signals. We know what reliability means. Every bottle reflects that standard. No corners cut, no compromises made.
Built to Deliver
Whether you drink it neat or mix it, this rum holds up. We built it that way on purpose.
From Signals to Spirits
Between us, we served 17 years in the Royal Corps of Signals. We wanted a proper drink to share with mates. Something with character, made by people who give a damn. We couldn't find it. So we made it ourselves.
The name? The jerry can wasn't designed to look good on a shelf. It was designed to work in the desert, in the Arctic, wherever it was needed. That's the standard we hold ourselves to.
We support the Armed Forces Covenant and donate to forces charities because it matters to us personally. This isn't a marketing angle. It's just how we run the company.
Supporting Those Who Serve
As veterans ourselves, supporting the Armed Forces community isn't just a pledge - it's personal.
5%
Of Profits
Donated annually to vetted armed forces charities supporting mental health, housing & transition services
10% Off
Forces Discount
For all serving personnel, veterans, reservists & immediate military families
Guaranteed
Job Interviews
For all qualified veterans, reservists & military spouses applying to join our team
Priority
Veteran Suppliers
Actively seeking veteran-owned businesses as suppliers & service providers
Read our full Armed Forces Covenant pledges
View Our CommitmentAs Seen In
Press
“After more than a decade in the British Army, we decided to make the kind of rum we actually wanted to drink - no shortcuts, no gimmicks.”
“We were delighted to collaborate with Dan and Rhys to help bring Expedition Spiced to market… We enjoy working with brands that are making a difference, and it’s great to be working with one that has a cause it is passionate about.”
“Customers are fed up with faceless corporate brands. They want to meet the people behind what they're drinking, and hear the story of the bottle.”
What to make with it.
Three serves built on Expedition Spiced Rum, measured in 25ml and 50ml, written up in the Field Manual.
Explorers Gold
Explorers Gold is 50ml of Expedition Spiced Rum, 25ml of honey syrup, 25ml of fresh lemon juice and one egg white, dry shaken for 15 seconds, shaken hard with ice for 12 more and double strained into a chilled coupe or rocks glass, with two dashes of Angostura across the foam and a lemon peel on the rim.
The recipe
Storm & Spice
Storm & Spice is 50ml of Expedition Spiced Rum floated over 150ml of ginger beer and 15ml of fresh lime juice in a highball full of cubed ice, with two dashes of Angostura on top, a lime wedge and crystallised ginger.
The recipe
The Old Standard
The Old Standard is 50ml of Expedition Spiced Rum, 10ml of demerara syrup, two dashes of Angostura and one of orange bitters, stirred in a mixing glass for 20 to 30 seconds and strained over a single large cube or fresh cubed ice in a rocks glass, with a wide strip of orange peel expressed over the top.
The recipe
Everything You Need to Know
New to spiced rum or just curious about who we are? Here are the questions we get asked most.
What does spiced rum taste like?
Is spiced rum good for beginners?
What's the difference between spiced rum and dark rum?
How should I drink spiced rum?
Is Jerry Can Spirits gluten-free?
Why is it called Jerry Can Spirits?
Mass-Produced vs Craft Rum
| Aspect | Mass-Produced | Jerry Can Spirits |
|---|---|---|
| Batch Size | 100,000+ litres | Small, numbered batches |
| Sourcing | Single industrial source | Caribbean rum, real botanicals |
| Provenance | Unknown | British partner distillery |
| Ownership | Corporate | 100% Veteran-owned |
Got more questions? We're happy to help.
View Full FAQFirst Batch. Numbered. Limited general release.
Batch 001, shipping now. When it's gone, that run is finished.
- •An individually numbered First Batch Edition bottle. See the batch record
- •A place in the Expedition Log, the public record of the first bottles