Appleton Estate Master Blender, Joy Spence, has been named to Forbes 50 Over 50 Global 2026, a powerful acknowledgment of decades of craft, leadership, and Jamaican excellence.
As the first woman to hold the title of Master Blender in the spirits’ industry, Joy continues to shape the legacy of Appleton Estate, guiding one of the world’s most respected rum traditions with precision, passion, and purpose.
This is more than an honour, it’s a moment of pride for Jamaica and for every extraordinary pour crafted under her watch.
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