White Or Clear Rum
Ideal for mixing in cocktails, white, silver, clear or crystal rums are generally without strong flavors. They're often aged for a minimal amount of time and frequently filtered to remove most, if not all color. (22) |
| 10 Cane |
Moet Hennessy |
Trinidad |
made from select first press cane juice, aged up to 6 months in oak, this premium white rum is double distilled for an uncommonly light and smooth flavor, produced by one of the great French distillers |
| Angostura White |
Angostura |
Trinidad |
aged three years for exceptional flavor, this rum adds richness to cocktails |
Appleton White
Jamaican Rum |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
aged for up to two years and charcoal filtered, this medium bodied rum is preferred by many experts for mixing fine cocktails |
Barbancourt
Traditional White |
Barbancourt |
Haiti |
distilled from pure cane juice with a light perfume and subtle spicing, it mixes well with cola and fruit juices |
| Barcelo Blanco |
Barceló |
Dominican
Republic |
a light bodied clean rum aged for one year in oak, delivers a clean, smooth flavor to cocktails |
Charbay Alambic
Clear Rum |
Domaine Charbay |
Napa Valley,
California |
a fine white rum, created by wine and spirit masters Miles and Marko Karakasevic at the Still On The Hill using slow and sure old-world methods in a rare copper alambic charentais pot still |
Cruzan
Estate Light |
Cruzan |
US Virgin
Islands |
aged at least 14 months in American oak and filtered expertly, this delicate light rum is a fine addition to cocktails |
Cubaney 3
Plata Natural |
Oliver & Oliver |
Dominican
Republic |
a white rum with plenty of aged rum flavor, adds warm caramel and spice to any cocktail |
Diplomatico
Rum Blanco |
Destileras Unidas |
Venezuela |
an outstanding white rum, blended from aged stocks rested up to four years in oak, presenting a warm, full-bodied flavor and long super-smooth finish for ultra-premium cocktails |
| Don Q Cristal |
Serralles |
Puerto Rico |
a premium white rum aged one to three years with superior filtering to produce a clear, light, smooth spirit |
Elements 8
Platinum Rum |
St. Lucia Distillers |
St. Lucia |
a celebrated white rum with clean subtle flavor, aged 4 years in used bourbon barrels |
Flor de Cana
Extra Dry 4 |
Compania Licorera
de Nicaragua |
Nicaragua |
aged four years and filtered to produce a dry, light bodied rum with character that makes fine cocktails |
| Havana Club |
Bacardi |
Puerto Rico |
Bacardi presents this smooth, interesting clear spirit as the heir to the throne of greatness inspired by the world-famous Cuban brand established by Josè Arechabala in 1878 |
Matusalem
Platino |
Matusalem |
Dominican
Republic |
a blend of triple-distilled hand-crafted rums filtered and refined for a crisp taste with delicate citrus and tropical flavors |
Maui
Platinum Rum |
Haleakala
Distillers |
Hawaii |
authentic Hawaiian rum from Braddah Kimo in Maui, made from local molasses for a smooth mixing rum |
Montecristo
Premium Blend |
Montecristo |
Guatemala |
a blend of one and three year old rums made from hand-harvested pure sugar cane juice with smooth, creamy vanilla overtones |
Mount Gay
Silver |
Mount Gay
Distilleries |
Barbados |
aged two years in whisky and bourbon barrels, this clear spirit carries much of the unique flavor of the popular Eclipse brand, making fine cocktails |
Myers's
Platinum White |
Fred L. Myers's
& Son
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Jamaica |
a flavorful white rum in the tradition of full-bodied rums from Jamaica, mixes well with coke and fruit juices |
| Oronoco |
Diageo |
Brazil |
a very fine premium rum from Brazil (not be confused with cachaça) blended with aged rums from Venezuela offering a surprisingly mature taste and smooth finish |
Prichards'
Crystal |
Prichards'
Distillery |
Tennessee |
distilled five times, this crisp, clean rum can be enjoyed chilled, straight up or on the rocks, in addition to serving as the base of many fine cocktails |
| Rubi Rey |
Bacardi |
Puerto Rico |
a smooth, fine white rum aged two to three years in oak barrels, then blended and finished in a single oak barrel at 86 proof |
Sergeant Classic
Silver
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Essential Spirits |
California |
from a small distillery in Mountain View, this unaged rum made in a pot still from pure Hawaiian molasses presents a light and delicate flavor |
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Gold Or Pale Rum
As rum mellows in barrels over time, it takes on amber or golden hues. These golden rums usually present a more flavorful profile than the white or clear rums. Gold rums are used to make cocktails in which a stronger flavor is desired. They are often aged several years or more and some coloring may be added to provide consistency. Subtle flavors may be present from the type of barrels used or in some cases, from added ingredients. Gold rums are often enjoyed on the rocks or neat, in addition to being used in cocktail recipes. (25) |
| 1 Barrel |
Travellers Liquors |
Belize |
bright golden color and distinct aroma of sweet butterscotch with a hint of maple syrup, mellows out on the rocks or with a splash of water |
| Abuelo 7 Anejo |
Varela Hermanos |
Panama |
a fine blend of aged rums offers smooth, rich flavor for a good price |
Appleton
Special |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
a blend of full-flavored traditional pot-still rums with lighter character column still rums ideal for creating cocktails with a rich rum flavor |
Barbancourt
Three Star |
Barbancourt |
Haiti |
distilled from pure cane juice and aged in oak for four years, it displays a light perfume and subtle spicing, mixing well with cola and fruit juices |
| Barcelo Dorado |
Barceló |
Dominican
Republic |
aged at least 18 months, Dorado mixes well in cocktails with a signature earthy, rich flavor |
| Barcelo Anejo |
Barceló |
Dominican
Republic |
blended from a select group of premium rums aged naturally for up to four years in American oak barrels, its smooth golden tones and soft aroma can be enjoyed straight or wisely mixed |
| Botran 12 |
Industrias Licorere
de Guatemala |
Guatemala |
a fine blend of rums produced with sugar cane honey, aged in American oak for twelve years for a very smooth finish which can be enjoyed on the rocks or used to create premium cocktails |
| Brugal Añejo |
Brugal |
Dominican
Republic |
a family of rum makers from Dominican Republic creates this fine rum from select sugar cane stock, distilling it using old, tried and true methods to produce a fine rum that can be enjoyed in premium cocktails or on the rocks |
Bermudez
Ron Dorado |
Bermudez |
Dominican
Republic |
a light rum with golden color distilled to only 75 proof from a family of notable distillers |
Cacique
Anejo Superior |
Destileras Unidas |
Venezuela |
a blend of seven rums aged two to five years makes this the most popular rum in Venezuela and Spain |
Cockspur
5 Star |
Hanschell Inniss |
Barbados |
a fine rum from Barbados aged in American Oak barrels which is slightly spicy on the palette with a smooth warm finish, which can be enjoyed mixed or on the rocks |
Cruzan
Estate Dark |
Cruzan |
US Virgin
Islands |
aged at least 14 months in American oak, this golden rum presents a smooth, full-bodied and aromatic taste for mixing |
Diplomatico
Anejo |
Destileras Unidas |
Venezuela |
a fine mixing rum aged up to four years, delivers rich aromas and vivid flavors of Venezuelan cane for premium mixed drinks |
| Doorly's 5 |
RL Seale |
Barbados |
a moderately priced blend of authentic Barbados aged rums created by master distillers at RL Seale |
| Don Q Gold |
Serralles |
Puerto Rico |
a transparent amber rum, aged from three to five years for a smooth, light flavor ideally suited for mixing in cocktails |
| El Dorado 5 |
Demerara |
Guyana |
a surprisingly sophisticated rum aged five years, with great rum flavor for mixing in cocktails |
Flor de Cana
Gran Reserve 7 |
Compania Licorera
de Nicaragua |
Nicaragua |
a full-bodied blend of rums aged seven years with a smooth finish which can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks or mixed |
| Gosling's Gold |
Gosling's |
Bermuda |
a unique golden rum, with hints of vanilla, mango, apricot and lightly smoked oak for a decidedly tropical flavor in mixed drinks |
Matusalem
Clasico |
Matusalem |
Dominican
Republic |
a blend of select rums aged in new world oak, married in a 10-year solera system for a rich flavor and smooth finish |
Maui
Gold Rum |
Haleakala
Distillers |
Hawaii |
authentic Hawaiian rum and successor to Braddah Kimo's Mo' Bettah Gold Rum, is a smooth sipping rum, more refined than the original |
Mount Gay
Eclipse |
Mount Gay
Distilleries |
Barbados |
a standard in the rum world, one of the best known and most popular gold rums and the pride of Barbados |
| Pyrat Pistol |
Patron Spirits |
Anguilla |
the pistol is a thin, half-size bottle, often sold in a group of three units, featuring the classic flavors of the Pyrat line with sweet, citrus tones and warm finish, making an excellent mixer or served on the rocks |
Santa Teresa
Gran Reserva |
Santa Teresa |
Venezuela |
a blend of light golden rums aged two to five years in oak barrels with a smooth character for mixing or on the rocks |
Sergeant Classic
Gold
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Essential Spirits |
California |
from a small distillery in Mountain View, this unaged rum made in a pot still from pure Hawaiian molasses presents a surprisingly woody flavor profile with hints of vanilla and caramel |
Sunset
Captain Bligh
Golden Rum |
St. Vincent
Distillers |
St. Vincent |
a fine gold rum rested in used bourbon barrels for two years with a rich buttery flavor, not too sweet, with a warm finish |
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Dark or Black Rum
Many cocktail recipes call for dark, full-flavored rums. Usually dark brown or reddish-brown in color, these rich flavorful rums are frequently matured in barrels longer than gold rums and may contain extra dark coloring. Navy rums are often a blend of dark rums, traditionally from English colonies such as Guyana, Trinidad, Jamaica and Bermuda. (7) |
| Coruba |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
a traditional planter's style spirit, distilled in small batches in copper pot stills for a full-flavored dark rum |
Cruzan
Black Strap |
Cruzan |
US Virgin
Islands |
perhaps the richest, most viscous and flavorful of the dark rums made in the tradition of the English Navy, this rum stands alone with a unique molasses-based profile |
Gosling's
Black Seal |
Gosling's
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Bermuda |
one of the world's great dark rums, with distinctive hints of exotic tropical flavors and rich molasses; originally created by James Gosling in 1806, it's the key ingredient in the Dark & Stormy cocktail made with Bermuda ginger beer |
Maui
Dark Rum |
Haleakala
Distillers |
Hawaii |
authentic Hawaiian rum made by Braddah Kimo for outstanding Mai Tai and other cocktails that deserve a rich, dark, full-bodied rum |
| Myers's |
Myers and Son |
Jamaica |
the classic Jamaican planter's punch rum found in every bar, provides rich, full-bodied flavor to tropical drinks |
Skipper
Demerara Rum |
Marbleheadrand |
Guyana |
made in Guyana, bottled in Scotland, this rich, dark rum brings the full flavor of the Demerara region to cocktails and punches |
| Whaler's Dark |
Whaler's Distilling
Company |
Kentucky |
said to be made in the Hawaiian tradition, this rich, dark rum adds a distinctive flavor to any drink |
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Premium Aged Rum
The more sophisticated rums are designed to be enjoyed without being mixed in a cocktail, although some rum enthusiasts use them as premium ingredients in libation recipes. Many premium rums are served as one might serve a fine single malt scotch, neat or on the rocks or in a fine cognac snifter. They often contain statements of the age of the rums blended in the bottle. (61) |
Abuelo 7 Anos
Reserva Superior |
Varela Hermanos |
Panama |
a delightful blend of quality rums aged for seven years in oak barrels by a master blender and distiller |
Admiral Rodney
Extra Old |
St. Lucia
Distillers |
St. Lucia |
aged in bourbon barrels, this soft, medium bodied spirit shows caramel, sweet dried fruit and brown spices, with a very smooth sweet finish |
| Angostura 1824 |
Angostura Limited |
Trinidad |
hand casked, hand drawn and hand bottled (each bottle with a unique number) capped in red wax, this fine spirit is a blend of rums at least twelve years old, re-barreled until matured to perfection, featuring a robust, slightly sweet, spicy, woody flavor with a medium long finish |
| Angostura 1919 |
Angostura Limited |
Trinidad |
soldiers from Trinidad in WWI were sent "care packages" of this 8 year old rum to lift their spirits, earning it a world-wide reputation for smooth flavor, with hints of creamy vanilla and bourbon from the used barrels |
Angostura
Single Barrel
Reserve |
Angostura Limited |
Trinidad |
this limited edition spirit opens with a sweet and rich oak flavor, notes of smooth vanilla cream, dried fruits and spice, ending with a warm medium long finish |
Appleton
Estate 21 |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
from a company that began producing rum in 1655, here is a classic full bodied, smooth, amber spirit with rich mellow flavors; a blend of this venerable distillers best, aged at least 21 years, then blended and aged two more years |
Appleton
Estate Master
Blender's Legacy |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
a new addition to the Appleton Estate line, a unique blend created around a rare and exquisite 30 year old rum, a testament to the art of the master blender |
Appleton
Estate Extra |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
the Extra features bold, smooth taste inviting favorable comparison to the world's finest cognacs and scotches, a blend of rums aged from 12 to 18 years |
Appleton
Estate Reserve |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
a classic Jamaican-style blend of 8 to 12 year old rums, aged in hand crafted oak barrels, blended by a master artisan to produce a smooth, mellow, premium spirit with a long elegant finish |
Appleton
Estate V/X |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
a full-bodied blend of premium 5 and 10 year old rums boasting a warm golden color, rich satisfying aroma and an exceptionally sophisticated flavor at a price that's quite accessible |
Atlantico
Private Cask |
Atlantico |
Dominican
Republic |
a blend of the finest 15 to 25 year old artisanal aged rums from the Dominican Republic, aged again in private casks, resulting in additional complexity and flavor |
| Bacardi 8 |
Bacardi |
Puerto Rico |
one of the most popular white oak aged rums presents deep amber color, featuring aromas of vanilla, toffee, honey, caramel and toasted oak and a long warm finish |
Barbancourt 15
Reserve du Domaine |
Barbancourt |
Haiti |
the gold standard for rich, aged, cognac-like rums, this spirit, distilled from cane juice, is at home in a snifter as well as neat or on the rocks |
Barbancourt 8
Reserve Especiale
(5 star) |
Barbancourt |
Haiti |
considered by noted experts as one of the world's best, the five star Barbancourt is among the most popular Caribbean rums, distilled from cane juice since 1862 by a family known for making fine cognac |
| Barcelo Imperial |
Barceló |
Dominican
Republic |
smoky, woody, deep rich earth tones and a complex character have earned this rum a reputation and many top awards |
Barcelo
Gran Anejo |
Barceló |
Dominican
Republic |
amber colored, with golden hues and aromas of citrus and peach and woods, aged for over four years in American oak barrels |
Barrilito
3 Star |
Edmundo B.
Fernandez |
Puerto Rico |
an exceptional rum blended from 6 to 10 year old spirits aged in charred oak barrels by a family of rum masters using the same method for more than 100 years |
Blackwell
Black Gold
Special Reserve |
Blackwell |
Jamaica |
Chris Blackwell first brought Reggae music to the word, now his authentic rich flavored Jamaican rum delivers warm elements of full-bodied spirit infused with tropical fruit flavors |
Botran
Solera 1893 |
Industrias Licorere
de Guatemala |
Guatemala |
distilled from sugar cane syrup, this is the pride of the Botran line of fine rums, presented in an appropriate bottle that suggests fine cognac |
Castro Anejo
Premium Red |
Ron Castro
De Venezuela |
Venezuela |
a 7 year blend, featuring an exotic amber color, strong body, intense aroma, smooth, sweet and warm taste with an easy long finish |
Centenario
Fundacion XX
Anos Reserva
Especial |
IWS Spirits |
Costa Rica |
a rich, sweet, full-bodied blend with a unique signature flavor, aged twenty years in oak, featuring a bottle covered in a leather pouch, this viscous rum rates favorably with those that prefer a sweet and smooth finishing rum |
| Chairman's Reserve |
St. Lucia
Distilleries |
St. Lucia |
a blend of double distilled pot still and column still rums with medium body, a hint of honey and vanilla, with a slightly spicy finish |
Cockspur 12
Vintage |
Hanschell Inniss |
Barbados |
a fine rum from Barbados revealing a rich, oaky character with hints of bourbon, best enjoyed neat or on the rocks |
Cruzan
Single Barrel |
Cruzan |
US Virgin
Islands |
a rich, sophisticated spirit, this 4 to 12 year old blend is re-aged in a single brand new American White Oak cask, resulting in a fine sipping rum that is medium to full bodied with elegant notes of oak, vanilla, dried fruits and butterscotch |
Cruzan 5
Estate Diamond |
Cruzan |
US Virgin
Islands |
a blend of 5 to 10 year old rums, Estate Diamond is priced moderately, but delivers a robust blend that stands well on the rocks, and makes a superior cocktail |
Cubaney 15
Gran Reserva |
Oliver & Oliver |
Dominican
Republic |
an exceptionally flavorful blend of old rums aged at least 15 years in a solera system in the Dominican Republic, this rum presents warm, sweet caramel tones and a unique spicy smooth finish |
Cubaney 12
Gran Reserva |
Oliver & Oliver |
Dominican
Republic |
produced in the Dominican Republic with pride by Cuban rum masters in exile, this deep amber 12 year old spirit aged in oak offers a rich, sweet flavor with a lasting warm finish |
Diplomatico
Reserva Exclusiva |
Destileras Unidas |
Venezuela |
this fine rum stands alone with a unique blend of 80% heavy pot still and 20% light rum that suggests a creamy texture and hints of vanilla, with a rich viscosity that coats a snifter and plays well as an after-dinner cordial |
Diplomatico
Reserva |
Destileras Unidas |
Venezuela |
with a blend of 20% heavy pot still rum and 80% light rum, this blend features rich copper color and spicy aromas, not too sweet, with a long gentle fade. |
| Doorly's XO |
RL Seale |
Barbados |
a masterfully distilled rum aged in used oak barrels then finished in used Orolosso Sherry barrels for a unique flavor profile |
| Don Q Anejo |
Serralles |
Puerto Rico |
a blend of light rums aged three to seven years in oak for superior cocktails or enjoyed on the rocks |
Don Q
Gran Anejo |
Serralles |
Puerto Rico |
a special issue blend commemorating Columbus' discovery of PR, it goes beyond the acclaimed Don Q Anejo to offer a warm, inviting blend of rums aged three to 12 years in oak |
| El Dorado 21 |
Demerara |
Guyana |
the 21 year old El Dorado offers an unusually satisfying blend of sweet base with richly intense, woody complexity for sipping slowly with a fine cigar |
| El Dorado 15 |
Demerara |
Guyana |
a gold-medal winner many times over, this fine cognac-like rum is considered by many to have the most intriguing and complex character in its class |
| El Dorado 12 |
Demerara |
Guyana |
a younger version of the classic 15 year old rum offers a milder, less woody profile, with a hint of honey syrup, well balanced by the blend of fine aged rums |
Elements 8
Gold Rum |
St. Lucia Distillers |
St. Lucia |
a triple distilled blend of ten gold rums at 80 proof, aged for 6 years in once used bourbon barrels using sophisticated filtering techniques for flavors of honeyed fruit, raisins and prunes and echoes of fine whiskey |
Flor de Caña 18
Centenario Gold |
Compania Licorera
de Nicaragua |
Nicaragua |
the pride of Nicaragua, this centenario gold reserve rests in oak barrels for 18 years resulting in a rich, complex and smooth spirit best served neat or on the rocks |
Flor de Caña
Centenario 21 |
Compania Licorera
de Nicaragua |
Nicaragua |
a limited-edition premium rum featuring a blend of rums aged in used bourbon barrels at least 15 years, created to commemorate the 21st century |
| Flor de Caña 12 |
Compania Licorera
de Nicaragua |
Nicaragua |
a standard among sipping rums, featuring a rich amber color, smooth taste featuring butter toffee and baked apple |
Gosling's
Old Rum |
Gosling's
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Bermuda |
also known as Gosling's Family Reserve, it is aged longer than the popular Black Seal and gains richer, mellower tones of tropical flavor and richness, then it's hand sealed in wax, individually numbered and presented in a wooden box |
Khukri XXX
Coronation Rum |
Nepal Distilleries |
Nepal |
a rich, dark rum with hints of butter and caramel, this triple distilled spirit from the foothills of Mt. Everest comes in a hand-blown glass bottle shaped like the famous Khukri curved dagger used by the fighting Gurkhas |
Matusalem
Gran Reserva |
Matusalem |
Dominican
Republic |
labeled "The Spirit of Cuba" (founded in Cuba in 1872) this smooth and mellow, earthy blend of old rums is aged in seasoned oak, then aged via the solera method of progressive blending |
Mocambo 10
Pistol 1821 |
Licores Veracruz |
Mexico |
this is relatively light colored limited edition rum aged for ten years that mellows out a bit with ice, presented in an unusual glass bottle shaped like a pistol |
Mocambo 15
Single Barrel |
Licores Veracruz |
Mexico |
the 15 year old red label rum has a decidedly darker color, a richer sweetness to the start and a longer, warmer finish with lots of oaky flavor from the old European white oak barrels |
Mocambo 20
Art Edition |
Licores Veracruz |
Mexico |
this 20 year old art edition single barrel rum takes the flavor profile to another level with an initial taste of warm, rich molasses, very smooth, sweet but not overbearing; the finish is at first quick, then a warmth returns to remain on the palette at length |
| Montecristo 12 |
Montecristo |
Guatemala |
a blend of 12 and 23 year old rums with rich amber color and a smooth finish, distilled from sugar cane and aged in American oak bourbon barrels |
Mount Gay
Extra Old |
Mount Gay
Distilleries |
Barbados |
aged in oak, this smoky, earthy and complex spirit from Barbados sets a standard for fine aged rum from some of the first rum producers in the Caribbean |
Myers's 10
Legend |
Myers and Son |
Jamaica |
the legend comes in a unique bottle resembling a buoy, wrapped in delicate rope, offering a rich and sophisticated full-bodied flavor that deserves to be enjoyed on the rocks or neat |
Plantation
Barbados 1995 |
C. Ferrand |
Barbados |
this amber gold reserve is aged in bourbon barrels for a full flavored, well balanced, long lasting finish, featuring a rich aroma and subtle elegance from maturing in old wood |
Plantation
Jamaica 8 |
C. Ferrand |
Jamaica |
a flavorful golden blend with immediate aromas of warm banana and buttery caramel, aged 8 years in small casks for a rich and satisfying character and a long warm finish |
Plantation
Trinidad 1993 |
C. Ferrand |
Trinidad |
Old Reserve 1993 from Trinidad is a light golden rum featuring warm subtle undertones, including hints of coconut and citrus with a long lasting finish |
Porfidio
Single Barrel Anejo |
Ponciano
Porfidio |
Mexico |
a unique presentation features a hand blown glass bottle with a palm tree inside, this rum has rich oak flavor and medium smooth finish |
Prichards'
Fine Rum |
Prichards'
Distillery |
Tennessee |
produced in Tennessee from table-grade high quality molasses using classic copper pot stills, the rum is filtered through maple charcoal, then sealed in small charred white oak barrels, a technique that imparts a sophisticated, rich flavor with echoes of fine whiskey |
Pusser's British
Navy Rum |
Pusser's
West Indies |
British
Virgin Isles |
made in old-world wooden stills, a blend of six rums from British territories in the West Indies delivers rich, authentic Navy Rum flavor that's a characteristic of the Jamaican, Guyanese and Trinidadian components |
Pusser's British
Navy Rum 15 |
Pusser's
West Indies |
British
Virgin Isles |
aged a full 15 years in bourbon barrels, this blend contains the same tones of the younger product with more maturity, smoother finish and a more complex structure |
| Pyrat XO |
Patron Spirits |
Anguilla |
a select blend of 15 year old rums, with a flavor that reflects bright caramel and citrus tones, a favorite among new rum drinkers and those that appreciate a flavorful, sweet sipper |
| Pyrat Cask 1623 |
Patron Spirits |
Anguilla |
Cask is a limited edition, ultra-premium blended of rums aged up to 40 years with the body and color of fine cognac presenting rich aroma, viscous texture and long smooth finish |
Ron Pampero
Anniversario |
Industrias
Pampero |
Venezuela |
packaged in a distinctive leather pouch, this fine rum has a good reputation among premium consumers, offering a smooth and rich blend of earthy tones |
Santa Teresa 1796
Antiguo de Solera |
Santa Teresa |
Venezuela |
with the name referring to the date the hacienda was established and the solera method of distillation, this masterful blend of 4 to 35 year old rums offers a complex, balanced body of caramel, slightly smoky and smooth, earning it many top honors |
| RL Seale's 10 |
RL Seale |
Barbados |
the finest aged Barbados rum, rested in oak barrels for at least ten years, featuring a big body, wonderfully smooth and well rounded, butternut taste, light vanilla accent, lingering hints of roasted almonds |
Trigo
Reserva Aneja |
Trigo |
Puerto Rico |
new to the US market, this exceptional blend of rums aged in oak for at least 12 years offer a unique flavor rich with woody, sweet tones and a warm, mild finish |
| Vizcaya VXOP |
IMEX Spirits |
Dominican
Republic |
distilled from sugar cane, this award-winning Cuban formula rum turns heads with its richly luxurious and smooth character, featuring a unique spicy finish |
Westerhall
Plantation |
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Grenada |
a light colored, very smooth spirit aged at least three years, with surprisingly mature flavor and well balanced sweetness followed by very smooth finish |
Zacapa
Centenario XO |
Industrias Licorere
de Guatemala |
Guatemala |
a solera blend of very old rums including a base of 30 year old spirit derived from sugar cane honey, aged in used bourbon, sherry, wine and cognac barrels at an altitude of more than 7,500 feet in a mountain cave, finally blended and rested again in French oak barrels |
Zacapa
Solera 23 |
Industrias Licorere
de Guatemala |
Guatemala |
consistent winner of many awards, this legendary spirit is aged in oak from 6 to 23 years in high mountain caves, giving a uniquely smooth and mellow flavor that makes it the clear favorite among many rum enthusiasts |
| Zacapa 15 |
Industrias Licorere
de Guatemala |
Guatemala |
a solera blend of rums up to 15 years of age derived from sugar cane honey, aged in used bourbon, sherry and wine barrels at an altitude of more than 7,500 feet in a mountain cave, finally blended and rested again in French oak barrels |
| Zaya |
Infinium Spirits |
Trinidad |
this twelve year old rum opens with a sweet flavor and finishes long and smooth with forward hints of vanilla |
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Overproof Rum
Most rums sold in the United States are bottled at 80 to 100 proof, or 40 to 50 percent alcohol by volume. Some exceptions are rums bottled at 125 to 160 proof or more. These rums tend to be more popular in the Caribbean Islands where locals prefer a stronger drink. They're also used in cooking recipes that call for rum to be ignited in flame (flambé) or drinks that blend a very strong rum into their recipe. Classic rum punches are often made with high-proof rum mixed with tropical juices (and sometimes flavored rums and liqueurs) to deliver a "punch" to those that enjoy them. (6) |
| Bacardi 151 |
Bacardi |
Puerto Rico |
a classic over-proof rum used in rum punch, as a floater on potent cocktails and flambe drinks |
Bruddah Kimio's
Da Bomb |
Haleakala Distillers |
Hawaii |
a clear, nearly neutral, high powered, award-winning rum that really packs a punch at 155 proof, rarely available outside of Hawaii |
| Cruzan 151 |
Cruzan |
US Virgin
Islands |
strong, pronounced rum flavor gives richness to tall mixed drinks |
| Gosling's 151 |
Gosling's
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Bermuda |
with a signature deep, rich flavor and a high-powered kick, this overproof delivers tropical tones and heat to cocktails |
Matusalem 151
Red Flame |
Matusalem |
Florida |
hot, high proof rum with a strong, dry flavor and long warm finish adds serious power to cocktails and punch |
Sunset Very
Strong Rum |
St. Vincent
Distilleries |
St. Vincent |
with a nose like butterscotch candy, this 169 proof spirit offers a surprisingly powerful experience like no other |
Wray & Nephew
White Overproof |
J. Wray & Nephew |
Jamaica |
far and away the most popular rum sold in Jamaica, this potent 126 proof spirit gives rum punches and cocktails a lift |
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Rhums Agricole
Martinique is the only geographic region in the world to have an AOC mark in the rum industry. Similar to the AOC marks for champagne, cognac and scotch whisky, the Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée for Martinique rhum agricole is a standard of production, aging and labeling. Rhum Agricole is also produced in Guadeloupe. (17) |
| Clément XO |
H. Clément |
Martinique |
an exquisite blend of the best 4 vintage years of Clément rhum aged at least 25 years in both French Limousin and American oak; superbly blended for a refined and elegant finish, presented in a tear drop bottle that suggests fine cognac |
Clément
Cuvee Homere |
H. Clément |
Martinique |
an exquisite blend of 3 vintage years of Clément rhum (1991, 1996, 1999) presented in a bold square bottle, featuring a luxurious blend of flavors that are quite satisfying |
Clément
VSOP |
H. Clément |
Martinique |
a classic rhum agricole, the VSOP from Clément is accessible, but reaches for greatness with a blend of aged rums that is satisfying and sophisticated |
Clément
Premiere Canne |
H. Clément
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Martinique |
a premium white rhum agricole produced by the Homere Clément Estate, established in 1887, using a select variety of pure aromatic Martinique cane crush, this premium spirit follows strict guidelines and laws established by the French government, which certifies its authenticity |
Darboussier Rhum
Vieux Agricole
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Madras |
Guadeloupe |
an exquisitely full-bodied, sweet and strong agricole twelve year blend at 100 proof drinks like cognac, presents a rich, viscous texture, warm mouth feel and long, simmering finish |
Darboussier Rhum
Vieux 1983
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Madras |
Guadeloupe |
a vintage blend from 1983, this top rated rhum agricole presents complex chords of rich sensuality, deep earth tones and old barrel flavors with a very long warm finish |
Depaz Blue Cane
Amber Rhum |
Depaz |
Martinique |
distilled from blue cane (one of 12 species from which Martinique rhum agricole can be made) harvested from the Depaz estate; distilled in copper column stills, the fresh clear spirit is aged 2 years in charred, white oak barrels then bottled at 90 proof for export to the US |
| Rhum J.M. VSOP |
Rhum JM |
Martinique |
a rich and smoky blend of 4 and 5 year old rums with a robust character that plays well on ice or in a snifter and compliments a good cigar; an excellent example of the blender's art |
Rhum J.M.
Vintage 1997 |
Rhum JM |
Martinique |
as all rhums agricole carrying the AOC mark, distilled from pure sugar cane juice freshly pressed, fermented and distilled in Armagnac style stills; aged ten years in oak for a big, cognac-like profile |
Rhum J.M.
Gold |
Rhum JM |
Martinique |
a blend of two year old rums with surprisingly rich flavor that makes a great mixer for cocktails and ti punch |
Rhum J.M.
Agricole Blanc |
Rhum JM |
Martinique |
a clean, sweet rum with hints of tropical fruit and fresh grass, delivered at 100 proof, makes an excellent ti punch |
La Favorite
Rhum Agricole
Vieux |
La Favorite |
Martinique |
blended from stocks of rhums aged at least three years; aging the heart of the rhum in used American whisky and bourbon barrels imparts a dark brown color that reflects a deep reddish hue
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La Favorite
Blanc Coeur
de Canne |
La Favorite |
Martinique |
the fresh smooth aroma is accented by tropical florals, the body is rich in citrus and pear notes followed by citrus and fresh sugar cane juice in the finish
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Neisson Rhum
Réserve Spéciale |
Neisson |
Martinique |
the premium rhum from Neisson, the Réserve Spéciale is a blend of rhums aged up to ten years in French and American oak barrels in the distillery’s aging warehouse |
Neisson Rhum
Agricole Blanc |
Neisson |
Martinique |
freshly-harvested sugar cane dominates the aroma and carries through the body highlighted with liberal citrus, fruit and floral notes with a clean finish |
St James
Hors d'Age |
St. James |
Martinique |
a blend of the oldest and finest aged rhums at 86 proof, matured in small oak casks, distilled from sugar cane juice |
St James
Extra Old |
St. James |
Martinique |
a blend of aged rhums, matured in oak casks, distilled from sugar cane juice on a small plantation since 1765 |
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Cachaça From Brazil
A unique sugar cane liquor made in Brazil is called Cachaça (ka-SHA-sa). Made exclusively from fresh sugar cane juice, cachaças are often categorized as artisanal (small batches made in pot stills, aged in native wooden barrels) and industrial (large volumes made in column stills, unaged and inexpensive). In Brazil, artisanal cachaças are mostly enjoyed straight by connoisseurs, or made into premium cocktails; whereas most industrial cachaças are not aged, being consumed in caipirinhas by the masses. (6) |
| Agua Luca |
Heaven Hill |
Brazil |
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