Rum & Cachaca

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  Kill Devil Single Cask Panama 10 Year Old Cask Strength Rum (700ml)

  PANAMA

  $150. 00

  Bottle

  $1800.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 60.5%

  Indie whisky bottler, 'Hunter Laing’s' new foray into the rum market offers a range of limited edition single cask rums from across the Caribbean. The collection references an old term for Rum (there were many). By 1650, the British (in Barbados) and French (on Martinique) had established the plantation system. The Caribbean was about to become a massive sugar making factory and distillery. The former waste product known as molasses was now being distilled, but mostly without expertise, and the results were according to one unknown source, "a hot, hellish and terrible liquor". In the English colonies it was called 'Kill Devil' (from its tendency to cause a nasty hangover or for its perceived medicinal power, take your pick) or 'rumbullion' (origins uncertain), which was shortened over the years to 'Rum'.

  Panama is home to some seriously good yet too often overlooked rums, including brands like Ron Abuelo. This indie Panama edition was bottled at 60.5% Alc./Vol. so expect an intense rum. Limited to 264 bottles.

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  Kill Devil Single Cask Nicaragua 17 Year Old Cask Strength Rum (700ml)

  NICARAGUA

  $185. 00

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  $2220.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 59.5%

  The Kill Devil series showcases the quality and diversity of rum from the Caribbean and further afield – single casks are specially selected for shipment to Scotland, to be carefully and traditionally bottled by hand.

  Nicaragua is a noteworthy but frequently overlooked Central American producer where a variety of primarily medium-bodied, elegant rums are made. If you've enjoyed rums from the likes of Flor de Cana in the past, this may appeal, only expect extra depth and texture as this is cask strength. 59.5% Alc./Vol.

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  Kill Devil Single Cask Barbados (Foursquare Distillery) 9 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  BARBADOS

  $99. 99

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  $1199.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 46%

  The Kill Devil series showcases the quality and diversity of rum from the Caribbean and further afield – single casks are specially selected for shipment to Scotland, to be carefully and traditionally bottled by hand.

  Consistently praised as a producer of some of Barbados's finest rums, the Foursquare distillery is also the home of famous brands like Doorlys and R.L. Seale. This indie, single barrel edition was bottled at 46% Alc./Vol. and limited to a run of 374 bottles.

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  Kill Devil Single Cask Fiji (South Pacific Distillery) 14 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  FIJI

  $145. 00

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  $1740.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 46%

  Indie whisky bottler, 'Hunter Laing’s' new foray into the rum market offers a range of limited edition single cask rums from across the Caribbean. The collection references an old term for Rum (there were many). By 1650, the British (in Barbados) and French (on Martinique) had established the plantation system. The Caribbean was about to become a massive sugar making factory and distillery. The former waste product known as molasses was now being distilled, but mostly without expertise, and the results were according to one unknown source, "a hot, hellish and terrible liquor". In the English colonies it was called 'Kill Devil' (from its tendency to cause a nasty hangover or for its perceived medicinal power, take your pick) or 'rumbullion' (origins uncertain), which was shortened over the years to 'Rum'.

  This Fiji edition was distilled at the South Pacific distillery, a.k.a., the Fiji Rum Co, established in 1980 and located in Lautoka in the stunning Nadi region. Bottled at 46% Alc./Vol. with an outturn of 355 bottles, this is your chance to try one of the Pacific’s best kept secrets!

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  Kill Devil Single Cask Trinidad 13 Year Old Cask Strength Rum (700ml)

  TRINIDAD

  $175. 00

  Bottle

  $2100.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 63.1%

  Indie whisky bottler, 'Hunter Laing’s' new foray into the rum market offers a range of limited edition single cask rums from across the Caribbean. The name of the collection is adapted from the English colonies when rum was called 'Kill Devil' (from its tendency to cause a nasty hangover or for its perceived medicinal power, take your pick).

  Trinidad is home to some well known brands, such as Angostura, as well as sought after rums like those from the now demolished Caroni Estate. This cask strength edition from Trinidad was limited to 410 bottles. Non chill filtered too, so expect extra flavour and texture. 63.1% Alc./Vol.

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  Kirk & Sweeney 23 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

  $129. 99

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  $1559.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Collector's note: the 23 year old expression has been discontinued and will be replaced by the new, non-age stated 'Gran Reserva Superior'.

  Tasting note: Deep copper. Densely packed bouquet is redolent of sticky date pudding, vanilla wafer, maple syrup and nougat chocolate. Silky, elegant and deftly balanced with the sweetness in check and luxurious flavours of dates, sponge cake, nougat and vanilla. Medium long. A rich and skilfully poised Grandfather rum for quiet sipping. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Fantastic aged rum, everything that you'd expect. The nose shows caramel, vanilla, baking spice, dried fruit, chocolate, honey and toffee weave into a harmonious balance. The elegant mouthfeel gracefully displays these flavors in a quiet reveal and build into richer tones of leather and baked fruit. The finish is a simple fade of the flavors with coffee notes that linger with the baking spice. 92 points - distiller.com

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  Kirk & Sweeney 18 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

  $99. 99

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  $1199.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Collector's note: the 18 year old expression has been discontinued and will be replaced by the new, non-age stated 'Reserva'.

  Launched in late 2012, this is another selection from the 35 Maple Street Spirit Co., purveyors of Masterson’s Rye Whiskey and Bib & Tucker Bourbon (also listed on this site). The company actually resides in Sonoma, California where they hold the title of “spirits division” for 'The Other Guys' (TOG) wine company. Their rum is aged in American oak barrels at the Bermudez’ family’s bodega, in the city of Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic.

  Named after a schooner seized off the coast of New York during prohibition with a hold full of rum, Kirk & Sweeney comes packaged in a heavy squat 'onion' style bottle, inspired by 18th-century examples which typically contained the spirit.

  Tasting note: Deep gold ochre. Offers enticing scents of buckwheat pancake, maple syrup, vanilla slice plus later hints of creme caramel; follows through with a delicious rush of dates, sponge cake, muscat and light vanilla. Silky mouthfeel; ends juicy, semi-sweet with dates and vanilla slice lingering in the aftertaste. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... This exemplifies well-aged rum. The nose shows brown sugar, vanilla, baking chocolate, coffee and integrated baking spice. The full body mouthfeel carries those flavors in deliberate segments adding leather and baked fruit. The finish is a simple fade of the flavors with coffee notes that linger with the baking spice. 89 points - distiller.com

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  Kirk & Sweeney 12 Year Old Rum (750ml)

  DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

  $110. 00

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  $1320.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Launched in late 2012, this is another selection from the 35 Maple Street Spirit Co., purveyors of Masterson’s Rye Whiskey and Bib & Tucker Bourbon (also listed on this site). The company actually resides in Sonoma, California where they hold the title of “spirits division” for 'The Other Guys' (TOG) wine company. Their rum is aged in American oak barrels at the Bermudez’ family’s bodega, in the city of Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic.

  Named after a schooner seized off the coast of New York during prohibition with a hold full of rum, Kirk & Sweeney comes packaged in a heavy squat 'onion' style bottle, inspired by 18th-century examples which typically contained the spirit.

  Tasting note: Perfect clarity in the bright polished copper colour. Opens with aromas of creme caramel, dilute golden syrup with hints of brown sugar; aeration draws out dried grass and coconut adding freshness. Silky, semi sweet delivery features creme caramel, dried banana and vanilla rounded off with soft, purring spices. Shows moderate length. Versatile and well balanced. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Named for a wooden schooner famed for smuggling rum during Prohibition, this amber rum has a relatively light feel for a spirit aged a full 12 years. Flavors and aromas run to hazelnut, cookie dough, brown sugar and vanilla, pepped up with dark chocolate and espresso. Presented in a rotund “onion” bottle modeled after an 18th-century design. 95 points - www.wineenthusiast.com

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  Kirk & Sweeney 23 Year Old Rum (750ml)

  DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

  $135. 00

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  $1620.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Tasting note: Deep copper. Densely packed bouquet is redolent of sticky date pudding, vanilla wafer, maple syrup and nougat chocolate. Silky, elegant and deftly balanced with the sweetness in check and luxurious flavours of dates, sponge cake, nougat and vanilla. Medium long. A rich and skillfully poised Grandfather rum for quiet sipping. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  Kirk & Sweeney 18 Year Old Rum (750ml)

  DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

  $125. 00

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  $1500.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Launched in late 2012, this is another selection from the 35 Maple Street Spirit Co., purveyors of Masterson’s Rye Whiskey and Bib & Tucker Bourbon (also listed on this site). The company actually resides in Sonoma, California where they hold the title of “spirits division” for 'The Other Guys' (TOG) wine company. Their rum is aged in American oak barrels at the Bermudez’ family’s bodega, in the city of Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic.

  Named after a schooner seized off the coast of New York during prohibition with a hold full of rum, Kirk & Sweeney comes packaged in a heavy squat 'onion' style bottle, inspired by 18th-century examples which typically contained the spirit.

  Tasting note: Deep gold ochre. Offers enticing scents of buckwheat pancake, maple syrup, vanilla slice plus later hints of creme caramel; follows through with a delicious rush of dates, sponge cake, muscat and light vanilla. Silky mouthfeel; ends juicy, semi-sweet with dates and vanilla slice lingering in the aftertaste. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• Kuna Davidoff of Geneva Cigar Cask Finish 8 Year Old Panama Rum (700ml)

  PANAMA

  $270. 00

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  $3240.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 42%

  Entering the super premium rum category is this column distilled molasses-based rum from Varela Hermanos Distillery, named for the Kuna tribe, one of Panama's oldest communities. Of note is its maturation: World acclaimed cigar experts Davidoff of Geneva, have pioneered a unique method of aging and fermenting specially selected tobacco leaves in x-Bourbon casks. The distillery has re-used these casks to exquisitely flavour this luxurious eight year old rum. Comes beautifully presented in an impressive decanter. 42% Alc./Vol. Very limited stocks.

  Notes from the producer... NOSE: Vibrant robust oak notes with a rich and delicate tobacco aroma, crunchy toffee and deep citrus notes. Marmalade on toast with fine orange liqueur balanced by dry, almost smoky oak tannin with a subtle hint of Cigar Cask Finish Tobacco prints. TASTE: Intriguing layers of light tannin, underpinned by rich notes of vanilla pod, fine leather and fine selected Cigar Cask Finish Tobacco. Develops into a sweet, velvety mouthfeel with spicy hints of cardamom and nutmeg with a sweet edge of tobacco smokiness and rich roasted coffee.

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• La Mauny 1749 Agricole Rum (700ml)

  MARTINIQUE

  $69. 99

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  $839.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  You could consider Agricoles as the Caribbean’s equivalent to Bordeaux, not only because they taste more "European", but because Rum Agricole is the only rum to be governed by an AOC (Appellation d’Origine Controllee, the French official label of origin). Just as with French wine and food, this AOC dictates how the spirit can be made, including the mandate to harvest sugar cane only in the dry season, the prevention of burning of the cane fields and a requirement to press sugar cane into cane juice within three days of harvest. Martinique is considered the spiritual home of the style, however other islands, such as Guadeloupe also offer outstanding Agricoles.

  This expression from the La Mauny Company (established in 1749) was matured in oak for 18 months.

  No tasting notes available.

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  Lambs Spiced Spirit (700ml)

  Caribbean,

  Reduced from $59.99

  $46. 99

  Bottle

  $563.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 30%

  First released in 2009, this spice infused spirit is based on a blend of pot distilled rum from Guyana and column distilled rums from Jamaica. At only 30% ABV, it's reportedly a smoother, lighter style with hints of cinnamon, caramel and citrus.

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• Lark Distillery Quiet Cannon Rum (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

  $120. 00

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  $1440.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 50%

  A rum made entirely in copper pot stills and aged in whisky barrels at Lark Distillery.

  Notes from Larks... Colour: Copper. Nose: Maple syrup, charred orange peel, carried through with a big oak and tannin profile. Palate: Caramel, toffee, orange peel, crème brulee, stewed peaches, golden syrup, ANZAC biscuits. Finish: Long lingering profile of toffee and leather. 50% Alc./Vol.

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• Lark Rum Island Quiet Cannon Australian Wooden Boat 2015 Single Cask Release Australian Rum (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

  $130. 00

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  $1560.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 55%

  Lark Rum Island was developed by Ross Dinsmoor early in 2008 as Tasmania's first commercial Rum release in over 160 years. Produced from Queensland molasses, Larks do a slow fermentation for up to 3 weeks and then carefully double distill and finish the rum in a small batch 500lt copper pot still. French Limousin barrels that were used previously for aging port by the Seppeltsfield Winery in Barossa Valley are reassembled into 100 litre barrels to accelerate maturation. Matured for two years or more, it's only bottled “when it tastes right” rather than at a specific age.

  Described as "a Scotch-and-cigar lover’s rum." this small cask aged, higher proof bottling (55% Alc./Vol.) is a limited edition. We have less than 10 bottles available.

  No tasting notes available.

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  Legendario Elixir de Cuba 7 Rum (700ml)

  CUBA

  $69. 99

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  $839.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 34%

  A rum punch made from middle-aged Cuban rums blended with raisin extracts. Enjoy on its own or experiment with fruit juices. 34% Alc./Vol.

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  1998 Leith Stillroom Bellevue Distillery 21 Year Old Cask Strength Rum (700ml)

  GUADELOUPE

  $199. 00

  Bottle

  $2388.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 58.6%

  Not stated but this must have been sourced from the Damoiseau distillery on the Bellevue au Moule estate. Tasted from a 30ml sample, it is a stunningly pure, fruit-laden rum that gets better with each sniff, mixing it up with allspice, (clove, cinnamon), light molasses, liquorice bullets as well as fresher notes of dried mango, plantain and papaya, surging through the mouth in a fabulously creamy attack that adds vanilla, ginger bread, banana fritter and grilled pineapple. There is a sense of Damoiseau's typical elegance and freshness here (possibly because it is largely agricole?), and the ride continues with molasses cake, brown sugar and caney / tropical notes combining with perfect sweet-dry balance and controlled alcohol. A cask strength beauty that exudes Caribbean character, distilled in March 1998 and matured in Guadeloupe until 2007 then shipped to the UK, it feels like it has been bottled at the optimum time. 220 bottles are on offer globally at a natural strength of 58.6% with no added sugar or filtration. Very limited stocks.

  Other reviews... Very balanced and soft on the nose. A very fruity rum with fresh orange, dried tropical fruits a beautiful caramel sweetness and a fine wood note. On the palate, the rum comes with a creamy sweetness with caramel and roasted tropical fruits. The rum is gentle and balanced. It adds more wood and tannins and grassy earthy notes to the finish, which blend in wonderfully and give the sweet chocolatey finish some spice... - rumratings.com

  Notes from the bottlers... On the nose, ripe bananas with spiced ginger sweetness; molasses and muscovado sugar, milk chocolate marzipan with nutmeg fading to sandalwood and fruit jam notes. In the mouth, pleasingly sweet bananas and roasted pineapples; fruit jam, dried figs and ginger with a long lingering dry peppery finish. A delight for lovers of sherry matured whisky.

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• 2005 Leith Stillroom Foursquare Distillery Cask Strength Rum (700ml)

  BARBADOS

  $230. 00

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  $2760.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 63.3%

  A cask strength whopper from Barbados bottled by Leith Stillroom at 63.3%! Consistently praised as a producer of some of Barbados's finest rums, the Foursquare distillery is also the home of famous brands like Doorlys and R.L. Seale. This edition was distilled in 2005 and bottled in 2019 with no chill filtration or colouring.

  Notes from the bottlers... On the nose, deliciously rich and malty with fragrant vanilla and Christmas cake. Toffee apple and coffee coming through with undertones of sense oak and buttery molasses. In the mouth, toasted oak with cigar and coffee bean bitterness developing into burnt notes of spiced fruit, thick treacle and a subtle note of camphor; a touch of smoke lingers with a long sweet finish.

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• 2003 Leith Stillroom Diamond Distillery Cask Strength Rum (700ml)

  GUYANA

  $180. 00

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  $2160.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 59.6%

  The 'real deal' in rum is on offer in a range of very limited single cask editions from UK bottler, 'Leith Stillroom'.
  This one's sourced from Guyana's only operating rum producer. Located on the east bank of the Demerara River near Georgetown, all of the country's historical stills were consolidated at DDL's Diamond Distillery around 2000. Unfortunately, Leith's label doesn’t state which still (or stills) this particular bottling was created with. What we do know is that is was distilled in 2003, aged in an ex-Bourbon cask for 16 years and bottled all-natural. Rum purists can expect a full bodied and potent Demerara expression.

  Notes from the bottlers... On the nose, fruity with red cherries and dates: coconut with ripe bananas and sweet melon; apricots with a hint of coffee beans developing into oak spices. On the palette, bananas with pineapple rind; molasses and sticky brown sugar; bitter dark chocolate and cinnamon, bursting with dried tropical fruit peels and gently spiced. 59.6% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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  Lemon Hart Original Demerara Rum (700ml)

  GUYANA

  $79. 99

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  $959.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Demerara styles are cherished by rum drinkers around the world for their bold, rich flavour and full-bodied complexity.

  Lehman (“Lemon”) Hart’s destiny in the world of rum began close to 50 years before his birth on 31 October 1768 in Penzance, Cornwall, England. The year was 1720 when his grandfather, Abraham Hart, a young enterprising merchant who settled in Penzance from Germany, began importing and trading in rums sourced from various islands in the Caribbean. Some 80 years later Lemon Hart would transform the family business by creating a unique blend of the finest rums and subsequently receive the inaugural appointment from the Admiralty as supplier of rum to the British Royal Navy. Hart's efforts saw to the creation of his now famous British-style black rum, a premium blend of select single estate rums, distilled, Bourbon barrel-aged and blended on the East Bank of the Demerara River in the lush tropical country of Guyana. In 2010, the Canadian-based company Mosaiq Inc. acquired the Lemon Hart brand from Pernod Ricard and implemented “A Return to Heritage” initiative for the brand starting with the reestablishment of the Lemon Hart & Son company. Today, Lemon Hart & Son rums are considered among the more historically authentic expressions currently available.

  While this fits the bill of a classic Demerara profile, it's toned down significantly at 40%. Its deep treacle appearance follows in moderate aromas of coffee flavoured milk, vanilla bean, date cake and sweet spices that carries through to a silky, seamless palate of the same; The spices pick up at the finish, where the sugars slightly recede, leaving you with Medjool dates, hints of ripe banana, cinnamon, clove and dark chocolate. Entry-level ABV makes for a feminine, characterful and dangerously drinkable option to more potent alternatives. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Wow...Like no other rum you've ever tasted. An explosion of banana, vanilla, shortbread, candied almonds and toasted oat aromas. Excellent and highly recommended. 92 points - Ultimate Spirits Challenge.

  Notes from the producers... Well-balanced, velvety smooth taste. Complex notes of dark brown sugar and island spices (nutmeg, clove and cinnamon), vanilla bean, cocoa, dark honey, caramel and oak. Hints of English toffee, dried fruits (especially Sultana raisins, dates and apricots), dark bitter semi-sweet chocolate and a nice heavily steeped tea finish.

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  Marie Galante Rhum Bielle Blanc Agricole Rum (700ml)

  GUADELOUPE

  $89. 99

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  $1079.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Tasting note: Clear. Vivacious, diverse aromas are briny / caney / grassy with lemon chutney and hints of furniture wax. Lively and fresh in the mouth with exotic papaya, plantain and curry leaf flavours followed by a balanced, spicy finish. Choice for tropical cocktails. 40% Alc./Vol.

  3.5 stars - diffordsguide.com

  Médaille d’OR au Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2011 et 2013.

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• 2003 Masam SRL Port Mourant 18 Year Old Cask Strength Guyanese Rum (700ml)

  GUYANA

  $350. 00

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  $4200.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 53.5%

  Whichever way you spell it ('Morant' or 'Mourant'), anything this old from Guyana's legendary still is considered special, all the more so given that Diamond Estate is the only remaining rum producer in Guyana. Originally installed at the Port Mourant Estate (established in 1732), the nationalisation of the sugar industry lead to a centralisation of the various stills located around the country. It was first transferred to Uitvlugt, then in 2000 to its current home at Diamond Distillery along with all the other heritage stills and a modern multi-column set up. Built using Greenheart wood, a native to Guyana and mostly reserved for boat-building due to its ability to resist moisture, the wood is also well suited to distilling, stripping spirits of sulphites in the same manner that copper does. The Port Mourant and the Versailles single wooden pot still are the last of their kind in operation. The configuration of the former produces a typically heavy bodied and oily distillate, generally credited as being one of the definitive components in the old British Royal Navy blend. Nowadays, it's what makes El Dorado's brilliant 15 Year Old so tasty. Compared to the official cask strength release under El Dorado's 'single stills' label, the price of this considerably older Masam selection is very reasonable. Drawn from cask No. 26 and bottled at 53.5% Alc./Vol., 259 bottles are available globally. Nothing has been added nor has the liquid undergone chill filtration.

  Notes from the importers... Nose: Tinned pineapple rings, damp grass, sugar cane juice, school bag fruit mix. Palate: Fermented fruit, graphite pencils, Chlorine, pear tarte tatin, pineapples. Finish: Custard finger bun.

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  Mhoba Select Reserve French Cask Aged South African Rum (700ml)

  SOUTH AFRICA

  Reduced from $195.00

  $160. 00

  Bottle

  $1920.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 65%

  As the label suggests, French oak maturation is the feature of this agricole-styled rum, which typically contributes more spice. The vessels in question are refurbished and re-toasted Cape red wine casks which hold the spirit for over twelve months. These must be produced in really tiny batches - in this case, just 24 bottles at a whopping 65% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... I wasn’t entirely sure what to make of this.  The minimal ageing toned down the rawness of an unaged spirit in a way that polished off some of the rough edges, so that was good; the additional fruitiness imparted by the Cape Brandy left in the staves (even after the sanding and scraping away of a few millimeters of impregnated wood) was nice – overall, it was a solid, strong drink. This, paradoxically, was also its weakness.  The strength was so great that it overpowered the subtle notes that a mere year-and-a-bit of ageing had provided, and it failed to cohere in a way that would allow the individual taste components to shine more. Here then was a rum that I felt could either use some more ageing, or some water, and indeed I did put a few drops into my drink and it became much more approachable that way. Still, it remained something of an odd duck, hard to pigeonhole, tough to nail down precisely.  It had aspects of an aged agricole, and points that reminded me of a Jamaican high-ester rum, all combined with the dampening anonymity of a column-still, high-proofed, lightly-aged filtered product from, say, Bacardi. - thelonecaner.com

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  Mhoba Strand 101 South African Rum (700ml)

  SOUTH AFRICA

  $180. 00

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  $2160.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 50.5%

  Another ‘paddock to bottle’ release from a largely unknown South African trail blazer. This time it's a combination of spirits from a single still – one part barrel aged and quite woody, the other part unaged, funky and high in esters. The two were blended with the aim of creating a "slightly off-kilter Smith & Cross Jamaican style" (the blue and gold colours of the label are a homage to the brand). Danish seller and importer, Knud Strand played a key role in determining the ratios in the mix - which is why his name is prominent. This particular release has really put Mhoba on the map in Europe having received high praise from bartenders, pro-rum critics and bloggers alike. As with all Mhobas, there's no added sweetener, flavour or colour and bottling is done without chill-filtration. 50.5% Alc./Vol. - but the ABV will vary from batch to batch.  

  Other reviews... It’s when you smell and then taste the Strand 101° (58% ABV) rum from South Africa’s Mhoba, that you begin to get an appreciation for what this relative newcomer has accomplished in so short a time. The initial punch is all pot still, all righteous reek, all the time — there’s no holding back and it’s just fascinating to inhale. It smells sharply of paint thinner, nail polish, turpentine and rancid fruit left to go bad in the sun…after a tropical rain, with the steam still coming off the ground. It contains the tartness of a lemon meringue pie mixed up with green apples and gooseberries and a flaky, buttery crust. Sugar cane sap, cider, sour cream, brine, and the rising aromas off a loaf of sourdough bread fresh from the oven.  And over all that is the clear scent of candy floss and bubble gum. I mean, is that a great beginning or what? If I closed my eyes I could hear the Wailers... What’s clear to me is how good the rum really is. Just about everything works here, the strength, the still, the cuts, the assembly, the balance between babyhood and youth, herbals and woods. - thelonecaner.com

  ...I recall hearing that this might have been made for the cocktail crowd, as there isn’t much high-proof, sugarcane juice-based rum in the market. I definitely see the inspiration from Haus Alpenz’s Smith & Cross in this bottle: beyond the parallel blue and gold embellishment, as it’s high ABV, with a funky profile that works well as both a sipper and mixer. This is something for lovers of dirty distillate like Mortlach, Edradour and Clynelish. The wood influence takes on a mere supporting role, while most of the flavors here come from the blend of distillates. - malt-review.com

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• Mhoba Bushfire South African Rum (700ml)

  SOUTH AFRICA

  $180. 00

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  $2160.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 55%

  A pure cane juice pot-distilled rum with a nod to South African culture, where Braai (large barbecues) are a custom. To grill and smoke the meats, hardwoods such as acacia found in the bush are often used. In an effort to replicate this particular flavour, Mhoba decided to mature its rum in small casks containing toasted acacia wood. The result is aptly named 'Bushfire' and comes bottled at higher strength for added oomph. 55% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

  Other reviews... Being significantly darker than other "cousins" - looks somewhat fiery - it still shares some of their general characteristics of "core Mhobas". The taste is mainly woody, (very) meaty, (strongly) smokey and overall has promised "campfire mojo". All in all, quite flavourful, specific rum, which is always a positive. The finish is very ashy and dry. I have no idea what other non-Mhoba rum to compare with. This is for sure one of the less sweet, less mainstream (sic!) Mhobas. - rumratings.com

  
  

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  Mhoba American Oak Aged South African Rum (700ml)

  SOUTH AFRICA

  Reduced from $160.00

  $120. 00

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  $1440.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 43%

  Producing since 2015, Mhoba continues to be a genuine hands-on operation. Even the labels are designed and printed on site. Rum boffins describe the spirit as "funky" with similarities to certain 'extreme' Jamaican styles or Rhum Agricoles. The latter would be more accurate, as the rums here are created from fresh Nkomazi cane juice grown at the estate. Distillation takes place using pot stills created by founder, Robert Greaves. This expression is initially aged in large glass bottles that also hold pieces of American oak, cut and charcoal toasted at the distillery. The liquid is then transferred to former South African whisky casks for a second ageing process that compliments the spirit with woody notes of a different kind. 43% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

  
  

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• Mhoba Select Reserve Glass Cask 60 South African Rum (700ml)

  SOUTH AFRICA

  $180. 00

  Bottle

  $2160.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 60%

  Interest in Mhoba's rums is gaining momentum globally. Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Onderberg district of Mpumalanga, founder Robert Greaves initially intended to make a South African version of Cachaca. Years of experimentation led him beyond that vision. His rums have been summed up as "...well made, unmessed-with, cask strength, and very, very original." This edition is no exception. A sugarcane juice distillation aged for more than two years in large glass demijohns, virgin American oak staves cut and charred at the distillery were included in the vessels. The liquid was then transferred from these "glass barrels" to x-South African whisky casks for a finishing period.

  Producing since 2015, Mhoba harvests the Nkomazi variety of sugar cane from a farm adjacent to the distillery. The cane is hand cut and pressed by an in-house mill. The cane juice (not molasses) is fermented in part by a local baking yeast as well as wild yeasts. Distillation is conducted with a pot still designed by Greaves. The particularity of this still is to favour a maximum reflux in order to develop heavy and aromatic distillates. 1000 bottles produced. 60% Alc./Vol.

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• Mount Gay 1703 Rum (700ml)

  St. Micheal, BARBADOS

  $250. 00

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  $3000.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 43%

  Dating back to 1660, Mount Gay is one of the oldest estates in the Caribbean and certainly one of the oldest in Barbados. It was established by Dr. William Gay, thought to be a cousin of John Gay who wrote 'The Beggars Opera'. Originally called 'Mount Gilboa', the estate is located in the northern parish of Saint Lucy and was renamed in 1801. There is evidence that there was distilling equipment in the region in 1663, so rum has probably been in production at Mt. Gay since. A tattered little deed confirms that rum production on the estate was well underway in 1703.

  The 1703 old cask selection commemorates the date where first evidence of distilling took place at the Mount Gay distillery. Master blender Allen Smith, has utilized aged rums ranging from 10 to 30 years matured in former bourbon casks giving the rum a cognac-like appeal. Mount Gay’s rum is fermented in oak vats, (many distilleries now are using stainless steel to maximise productivity). The wooden vats result in a varying ferment result due to the porous nature of the oak. Many believe this imparts desired flavour compounds in the rum and other spirits alike.

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• Mount Gay Eclipse Silver White Rum (700ml)

  St. Micheal, BARBADOS

  $46. 99

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  ABV: 37.5%

  Closure: Screw Cap

  Dating back to 1660, Mount Gay is one of the oldest estates in the Caribbean and certainly one of the oldest in Barbados. It was established by Dr. William Gay. Originally called 'Mount Gilboa', the estate is located in the northern parish of Saint Lucy and was renamed in 1801. There is evidence that there was distilling equipment in the region in 1663, so rum has probably been in production at Mt. Gay since. A tattered little deed confirms that rum production on the estate was well underway in 1703.

  Named after a total solar eclipse that occurred on Barbados in 1910. Mount Gay Eclipse Silver is distilled from both column and copper pot stills, and then triple filtered.

  Gold Medal winner at 2010 San Francisco World Spirits Competition,
  Gold Medal (Best in category) at the International Cane and Spirits Festival in 2008.

  
  
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• Mount Gay XO Limited Edition Cask Strength Rum (700ml)

  BARBADOS

  $265. 00

  Bottle

  $3180.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 63%

  Weighing in at a hefty 63% ABV is this new limited edition from one of the Caribbean's top rum producers. A celebration of the 50th anniversary of the island's independence, it comes handsomely packaged in a timber presentation box, complete with booklet and notes written by master blender, Alen Smith. A blend of pot and column distilled molasses based rums, and originally released as a UK exclusive limited to 3000 bottles worldwide, we have received a tiny allocation. This rare gem has had more than one reviewer on the blogosphere summing it up as "easily the best Mount Gay rum yet." Extremely limited stocks.

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• Mount Gay XO The Peat Smoke Expression Limited Edition Rum (700ml)

  BARBADOS

  $350. 00

  Bottle

  $4200.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 57%

  Mount Gay continue to push the boundaries of the rum category, with their latest expression being a meeting of two lands. Master blender, Allen Smith has combined Barbados column and pot still rums matured for eight to fifteen years in American oak barrels then finished them in casks that previously held smoky Scotch single malt for an additional six months. You get ripe banana and toasted notes typical of Mount Gay XO along side salty and smoky notes from the Islay peated whisky casks.

  Smith adds, " I have worked to capture the perfect balance of elegant rum overtones and mellow, peated whisky undertones, This one-of-a-kind blend is sure to please the most discerning of palates with its unconventional character, freshness and aromatic complexity," he explains.

  Each bottle features vintage-style labels and comes individually numbered and packaged in a handsome timber box. Adding to the allure is the fact that the rum weighs in at cask strength, so it'll pack a punch flavourwise. Just over 6000 bottles are on offer globally with Australia receiving a meagre allocation. 57% Alc./Vol.

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  Myers's Original Dark Rum (1000ml)

  Kingston, JAMAICA

  $84. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Produced since 1879, the name 'Myers' is recognised as one of the better values in full-bodied rum. Sienna Brown colour with gold ochre hue. Lovely fresh scents of peppermint candy, golden syrup and fresh liquorice strap follow in medium weight, off dry flavours of sarsaparilla, cocoa, tobacco, anise and liquorice allsorts. Solid balance and length. An all rounder with enough character to enjoy on its own. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... The initial inhalations expose a moderately spicy, black peppercorn perfume; aeration brings about flax, cooked vegetables, and brown sugar. The platform flavor is intensely cocoa-like, then at midpalate, the taste leaps into deeper cocoa/bittersweet chocolate territory before turning lean and keenly bittersweet, oily and chocolaty in the finish. 87 points - wineenthusiast.com

  Myers’s & Tonic: A good long drink. To a measure of Myers’s add a few drops of lemon juice and fill up with tonic water. Float a lemon slice.

  Myers’s Punch: 3 parts Myers’s. 1 part lemon Juice. 2 teaspoons of sugar syrup per glass. A dash of bitters per glass. Shake well and garnish with a slice of orange and a sprig of mint.

  Myers’s Pina Colada: In a blender, combine 1 part Myers’s Rum, 1 part cream of coconut (from can), 2 parts unsweetened pineapple juice. ½ cup crushed ice. Blend at low speed. Pour into goblet. Garnish with pineapple stick and cherry.

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  Myers's Original Dark Rum (750ml)

  Kingston, JAMAICA

  $59. 99

  Bottle

  $719.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Note: This is supplied in a PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottle instead of glass.

  Produced since 1879, the name 'Myers' is recognised as one of the better values in full-bodied rum. Sienna Brown colour with gold ochre hue. Lovely fresh scents of peppermint candy, golden syrup and fresh liquorice strap follow in medium weight, off dry flavours of sarsaparilla, cocoa, tobacco, anise and liquorice allsorts. Solid balance and length. An all rounder with enough character to enjoy on its own. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... The initial inhalations expose a moderately spicy, black peppercorn perfume; aeration brings about flax, cooked vegetables, and brown sugar. The platform flavor is intensely cocoa-like, then at midpalate, the taste leaps into deeper cocoa/bittersweet chocolate territory before turning lean and keenly bittersweet, oily and chocolaty in the finish. 87 points - wineenthusiast.com

  Myers’s & Tonic: A good long drink. To a measure of Myers’s add a few drops of lemon juice and fill up with tonic water. Float a lemon slice.

  Myers’s Punch: 3 parts Myers’s. 1 part lemon Juice. 2 teaspoons of sugar syrup per glass. A dash of bitters per glass. Shake well and garnish with a slice of orange and a sprig of mint.

  Myers’s Pina Colada: In a blender, combine 1 part Myers’s Rum, 1 part cream of coconut (from can), 2 parts unsweetened pineapple juice. ½ cup crushed ice. Blend at low speed. Pour into goblet. Garnish with pineapple stick and cherry.

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• North Star El Miguelito Rum (700ml) - Batch 1

  Caribbean,

  $84. 99

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  ABV: 46%

  North Star Spirits has teamed up with 'The Cuban Brothers' to create 'El Miguelito' a blend of Cuban and Jamaican rums (the latter sourced from the Monymusk Distillery). Described as chocolatey and fruit-forward, it's a tiny first release of 1000 bottles. Very limited stocks. 46% Alc./Vol.

  Two decades since The Cuban Brothers’ inception, Miguelito and his sidekicks have become renowned the world over for their party-starting skills, risqué sketches, B-boy moves and funk-fuelled music. Everywhere from the Far East to South America from Brisbane to Bahrain from the Gumball rally to the F1 circuit has fallen for the Hawaiian suit-sporting crew and their outrageous X-rated antics. The band’s private party work exploded early on and hasn’t stopped since – everyone from Elton John to Robbie Williams and Richard Branson to Davina McCall have called on the Cubans to sprinkle their magic. Russian oligarchs have hired them to entertain their wives. The late Supreme Leader Kim Jong-Il flew them to North Korea to perform for his cabinet and kept them captive for days. They also hosted Noel Gallagher’s 50th birthday party after the singer declared them the best act at Glastonbury. Recently awarded Best International Act at The Scottish Music Awards Miguelito and his band of brothers continue to sell-out tours festivals and remain integral in current pop culture.

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  Nusa Cana Spiced Rum (700ml)

  $74. 99

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  ABV: 37.5%

  Tasting note: Made from rums sourced from Indonesia and Trinidad, matured in Javanese teak barrels then shipped and blended in Holland, this topaz coloured spirit offers powerful aromas and flavours of Summer fruit cup, gobstopper, clove and muted ginger. The finish adds cinnamon-pineapple, dry ginger ale, nutmeg and delicate peel freshness. Mix it in punches or Mai Tais. 37.5% Alc./Vol.

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• Old Monk The Legend Indian Rum (750ml)

  INDIA

  $69. 99

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  $839.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 42.8%

  This rather quaint, unpretentious brand is a spirits icon in its homeland. Launched in 1954, it's garnered a massive following despite little to no advertising. Indeed, word of mouth and a loyal customer base has seen it maintain its title as one of the leading dark rums in the world. The seven year old remains the most popular, with the "Supreme" & "Legend" fast gaining ground. The latter are aged for 12 years and blended with much older spirits. Beyond India, Old Monk is now widely exported - from Africa to the Middle East and now, good news for homesick Indians - a small volume of Old Monk Rum has finally made it to Australia! Described as a "Very Old Vatted" Rum, this is the pinnacle of the collection, presented in a special 'head' decanter. 42.8% Alc./Vol.

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  Old Monk 7 Year Old Indian Rum (1000ml)

  INDIA

  Reduced from $89.99

  $79. 99

  Bottle

  $959.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  This rather quaint, unpretentious brand is a spirits icon in its homeland. Launched in 1954, it's garnered a massive following despite little to no advertising. Indeed, word of mouth and a loyal customer base has seen it maintain its title as one of the leading dark rums in the world. Beyond India, Old Monk is now widely exported - from Africa to the Middle East and now, good news for homesick Indians - a small volume has finally made it to Australia! New one litre format. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  Old Monk The Legend Indian Rum (1000ml)

  INDIA

  $84. 99

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  $1019.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 42.8%

  This rather quaint, unpretentious brand is a spirits icon in its homeland. Launched in 1954, it's garnered a massive following despite little to no advertising. Indeed, word of mouth and a loyal customer base has seen it maintain its title as one of the leading dark rums in the world. The seven year old remains the most popular, with the "Supreme" & "Legend" fast gaining ground. The latter are aged for 12 years and blended with much older spirits. Beyond India, Old Monk is now widely exported - from Africa to the Middle East and now, good news for homesick Indians - a small volume of Old Monk Rum has finally made it to Australia!

  Described as a "Very Old Vatted" Rum, this is the pinnacle of the collection, presented in a special 'head' decanter. 42.8% Alc./Vol.

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• Old Monk 7 Year Old Indian Rum (700ml)

  INDIA

  $54. 99

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  $659.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 42.8%

  This rather quaint, unpretentious brand is a spirits icon in its homeland. Launched in 1954, it's garnered a massive following despite little to no advertising. Indeed, word of mouth and a loyal customer base has seen it maintain its title as one of the leading dark rums in the world. Beyond India, Old Monk is now widely exported - from Africa to the Middle East and now, good news for homesick Indians - a small volume has finally made it to Australia! 42.3% Alc./Vol.

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  Old Monk Supreme XXX Indian Rum (750ml)

  INDIA

  $64. 99

  Bottle

  $779.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  This rather quaint, unpretentious brand is a spirits icon in its homeland. Launched in 1954, it's garnered a massive following despite little to no advertising. Indeed, word of mouth and a loyal customer base has seen it maintain its title as one of the leading dark rums in the world. The seven year old remains the most popular, with the "Supreme" & "Legend" fast gaining ground. The latter are aged for 12 years and blended with much older spirits. Beyond India, Old Monk is now widely exported - from Africa to the Middle East and now, good news for homesick Indians - a small volume of Old Monk Rum has finally made it to Australia!

  The Supreme comes in a special bottle, in the shape of a standing monk. The top part of the monk's head is the bottle cap which doubles up as a measure. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• Origenes 18 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  PANAMA

  $150. 00

  Bottle

  $1800.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  This sought after label is another creation from rum master, Francisco 'Don Pancho' Fernandez (one of the few people in the world to be awarded the titles “Maestro Ronero” and “industry legend”). Having left Havana Club in Cuba after almost four decades of development as Director of the Cuban Beverage industry, in the 1990s, Fernandez discovered a neglected facility in Panama's Herrera region. Beneath the over-growth, a copper column still was uncovered bearing a small plaque with the inscription "Cincinnati 1922". Reportedly, ”this is the sister still to the legendary Pennsylvania Michters copper column still that produced both Michters Whiskey (in its original form in Pennsylvania) and the equally if not more well-regarded Hirsch 16 and 20 Year Old Whiskey (which was produced at Michters and bottled years after the distillery shut down).”

  Despite being near retirement age, Don Pancho considers himself in his prime, ready to create a rum with no compromises. ‘Origenes’ is the latest result from his Panamanian operation which he reinvigorated as the 'Las Cabras distillery', already described as “one of the most important and revered rum distilleries in the world.”
  The sugarcane is grown to very specific standards, hand-harvested then fermented with a yeast strain developed specifically for this rum ( Don Pancho also has a degree in microbiology).

  The middle-tier in the series is this 18 year old, described as offering aromas and flavours of honey, tea, soft cardamom, creamy vanilla, cola nut and brown spice. x Bourbon casks are used for maturation, with no additives, no colourings and no solera system. In short, rum as it should be.
  Extremely limited stocks.

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• Origenes 30 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  PANAMA

  $399. 00

  Bottle

  $4788.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Described as the best rum Don Pancho has ever made.

  This sought after label is another creation from rum master, Francisco 'Don Pancho' Fernandez (one of the few people in the world to be awarded the titles “Maestro Ronero” and “industry legend”). Having left Havana Club in Cuba after almost four decades of development as Director of the Cuban Beverage industry, in the 1990s, Fernandez discovered a neglected facility in Panama's Herrera region. Beneath the over-growth, a copper column still was uncovered bearing a small plaque with the inscription "Cincinnati 1922". Reportedly, ”this is the sister still to the legendary Pennsylvania Michters copper column still that produced both Michters Whiskey (in its original form in Pennsylvania) and the equally if not more well-regarded Hirsch 16 and 20 Year Old Whiskey (which was produced at Michters and bottled years after the distillery shut down).”

  Despite being near retirement age, Don Pancho considers himself in his prime, ready to create a rum with no compromises. ‘Origenes’ is the latest result from his Panamanian operation which he reinvigorated as the 'Las Cabras distillery', already described as “one of the most important and revered rum distilleries in the world.”
  The sugarcane is grown to very specific standards, hand-harvested then fermented with a yeast strain developed specifically for this rum ( Don Pancho also has a degree in microbiology). All the Origenes rums are dated by the age of the youngest rum in the blend. Don Pancho personally selects each barrel.

  Described as "the best rum he has ever made", the 30 year old is the high point in the range, limited to around 2000 bottles annually. It is Don Pancho's vision of what a true Luxury rum should be. In his own words: "This is not an aperitif but a digestive, drink it slowly, drink it neat. Never alone." Expect multi layered aromas and flavours of vanilla, tobacco, praline, pecan, figs and orange peel. Full bodied, textural and complex, boasting a very long warming finish, it echoes the greatest cognacs. 40% Alc./Vol.
  Extremely limited stocks.

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• Pampero Anejo Especial Rum (700ml)

  VENEZUELA

  $69. 99

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  $839.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Few people will be aware that as well as being home to the famous rum based medicinal bitters, Angostura, Venezuela makes a number of well-respected barrel-aged golden and dark Rums. Local producers say the combination of tropical humidity and cool winds that bathe Venezuela's sugar-cane fields helps to age the rum faster than in other countries. As José Mandry, president of the Venezuelan Alcohols Chamber that groups most of the country's rum makers says, 'Venezuela is a blessed land situated at the north of South America where the winds don't tear us up but gently rock us, and gently rock our rums.' The change in temperature from day to night stimulates interaction between the alcohol distilled from cane juice and the barrels, enhancing the taste.
  The Pampero range of Rums are relatively new to the global rum market and have just arrived in Australia.
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• Pampero Blanco (White) Rum (700ml)

  VENEZUELA

  $63. 99

  Bottle

  $767.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 37.5%

  Few people will be aware that as well as being home to the famous rum based medicinal bitters, Angostura, Venezuela makes a number of well-respected barrel-aged golden and dark Rums. Local producers say the combination of tropical humidity and cool winds that bathe Venezuela's sugar-cane fields helps to age the rum faster than in other countries. As José Mandry, president of the Venezuelan Alcohols Chamber that groups most of the country's rum makers says, 'Venezuela is a blessed land situated at the north of South America where the winds don't tear us up but gently rock us, and gently rock our rums.' The change in temperature from day to night stimulates interaction between the alcohol distilled from cane juice and the barrels, enhancing the taste.

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• Papagayo Organic Golden Spiced Rum (700ml)

  PARAGUAY

  $74. 99

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  $899.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 37.5%

  Produced in Paraguay, this is the world’s first certified Organic Spiced Rum. Created from distilled sugar cane syrup, it is finally flavoured with vanilla, ginger and a hint of chili.

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  Papalin Jamaica 7 Year Old Navy Strength Vatted Rum (700ml)

  JAMAICA

  $159. 99

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  $1919.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 57.18%

  Here we have what is reported to be the first instalment in the Papalin series from Velier, capturing a middle-aged Jamaican blend at a bold Navy Strength of 57.18% ABV. While Luca Gargano is following the age-old practise of not specifying the provenance on the label, he has openly stated that the contents are from Hampden and Worthy Park, both aged at least seven years. The secret he's keeping is the ratio of the different rums used. Crafted from molasses via pot still distillation and combining estery, tropical fruit notes with funk in a vibrant, well rounded delivery, the dominance of Worthy Park is said to be notable. Both components were completely aged in their respective distilleries and bottled in June 2022. The outturn equates to 1200 bottles.

  Other reviews... "Very nice jamaican blend. Both distilleries are well noted and through the finish you’ll get also some cherry notes. Very delicious, but i’m missing the complexity/full body. Also the finish is quite “short” and not so impressive. The 57% are integrated well." - rum-x.com

  Notes from the bottlers... The nose is lively yet refined. Notes of vanilla, candied citrus fruit, nutmet, coffee and chamomile. On the palate the rum is rich and powerful. Cane sugar, salted caramel butter, pear, geranium and vegetal notes. The finish is long and rich with dandelion, lemon, vanilla, menthol, mineral and cocoa powder.

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  Paranubes Oaxaca White Rum (700ml)

  Oaxaca, MEXICO

  $94. 99

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  $1139.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 54%

  This artisanal rum is handmade in the 'trapiche' of Jose Luis Carrera, located in the lush and cool tropical environment of northern Oaxaca Mexico. Jose Luis' family has been making aguardiente for at least three generations, with his father and grandfather teaching him the trade at a very young age. For the past 35 years, he has been producing an incredible, rich and fragrant spirit as one of many means to provide for his family.

  Carrera grows four different types of sugar cane on his 14 hectares: Caña Dulce, Caña Morada/Negra, Caña Dura, and Caña Amarilla/Criolla. His aguardiente batches are made from predominantly Caña Criolla, but inevitably have a blend of all four cane types. This is truly an artisanal operation; the cane is cut by hand and transported by donkey to the distillery, where the freshly pressed cane juice is fermented naturally in 1,100-litre pine vats, or tinas. A boiled 'mother' made from bark of the native Mesquite tree is used to kick-start fermentation--literally the only additive that touches the entire process.

  One of the things that really sets Carrera's rum apart from his neighbours and other white rum styles such as Rhum Agricole and Cachaça, is the use of rolling fermentation, which adds layers of funk and complexity. Jose Luis maintains a continuous fermentation, distilling only half of a single fermentation vat every morning and refilling it in the afternoon - the remaining active tepache inoculates the new liquid and the fermentation in the tina never stops!

  The result is a wonderfully complex rum, combining the funk and flavour of a top Rhum Agricole or Clairin with an earthy, bucolic sense of place. Green olive brine, Dijon mustard, white pepper, sour dough fruit bread and bittersweet grassy notes are just some of the descriptors that come to mind. In spite of its unique flavour punch, it's a brilliant mixing rum and, one thing is for sure -- your daiquiris will never be the same again! 54% Alc./Vol.

  *Australian legislation stipulates that if a product is to be labelled as "rum" it must be aged in wood for a minimum of two years. This means, in Australia, the word 'Ron' must be used on the label.

  Other reviews... I believe that this simply made, small-batch artisanal rum takes its place immediately in any list of tonsil-shredding whites as one of the most original, potent, pungent, and flavourful rums currently extant. It’s that interesting right out of the gate, and is tailor-made for those who are looking to dispel boredom, and want to explore the bleeding edge of rums that conform to no rational standard. - thelonecaner.com

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  Penny Blue Batch 5 XO Rum (700ml)

  MAURITIUS

  Reduced from $99.99

  $84. 99

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  ABV: 43.1%

  Doug McIvor and Jean-Francois Koenig at Berry Bros are delving beyond whisky and into rum. In the Penny Blue batch series, each edition is estate matured and is, by definition, rare and finite. While there is continuity in overall style to retain the rich complexity that makes this single estate rum a real expression of its Mauritian terroir, each release will come with its own personality. In Batch #005, the Medine Distillery (est 1926) has produced a bright, rich molasses based style. Matured in ex Cognac (62%), ex Whisky (30%) and ex Bourbon and ex Whisky Casks (8%), the oldest rum in the mix is 13 years old and the youngest is 7. From an outturn limited to 10290 bottles globally, it comes bottled at 43.1% without chill filtration.

  Notes from the producers... Colour: Full amber gold. Nose: Honeyed, full fruitiness and delicate spice. Palate: Bright and rich with concentrated burnt orange, passion fruit and spice. Playfully fruity, with balancing tannins and spicy outcrops.

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