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  Diplomatico Reserva Rum (700ml)

  VENEZUELA

  $79. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  When this rum debuted in 1989 it took Venezuela by storm. 840,000 bottles were sold there alone in the first 24 months. It is a 50 / 50 amalgam of heavy pot still vs lighter column still rums, aged for up to eight years. A step up in richness and sweetness from the Anejo, this also ups the ante aromatically.

  Tasting notes: Deep copper colour with deep straw hue. Deep and luxurious nose at first delivering coffee, chocolate and orange cake, then with time in the glass maple syrup and spice notes begin to dominate. The palate shows restrained sweetness amid a plethora of dark chocolate and milk-coffee like flavours, the maple ebbs and flows. Throughout, a fruity/floral undertone keeps the palate fresh. A feather-weight spicy surge at the finish follows through to a long, drying, light chocolate & orange-cake aftertaste with hints of hay emerging. So clean and relaxed. Delicious on its own or dedicated to upmarket cocktails.40.0% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Copper color. Aromas of waxy honeycomb, mocha gelato, and chocolate graham crackers with a satiny, fruity-yet-dry medium body and a smooth, creamy latte, toffee, mineral, and banana gelatin candy finish. Very smooth and tasty.
  International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal
  RATING: 93 points (Exceptional) - www.tastings.com

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• 2001 Diplomatico Single Vintage Rum (700ml)

  VENEZUELA

  $199. 00

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  $2388.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 43%

  When conditions in the field concentrate the sugars in the cane, it favours the production of the very finest grades of rum.
  2001 was one such vintage. This follows on from the superlative 2000 which ranked as one of the finest rums we've tasted to date. In choosing the reserves to blend for this release, Master blender, Tito Cordero was ultra selective. All components spent 12 years in x-bourbon and x-single malt whisky casks before being rested in Spanish Oloroso sherry wood. They represent some of the very finest spirit in the Diplomatico cellars. Like its more expensive sibling, it comes impressively packaged in a reverse tapered bottle, with a heavy set base and a cork inset into a weighty high quality metal stopper.

  Reviews on the blogoshere suggest this to be at least as good as the 2000. No tasting notes available.
  
  43% Alc./Vol.

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• • 91

  Diplomatico Anejo Rum (700ml)

  VENEZUELA

  $69. 99

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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.

  This bottling is the ideal starting point for your experiences with Diplomatico, or even Rum in general. The majority (95%) input from lighter, column still rums and the average of four years in barrel translates into a lighter profile that's as versatile as it is accessible.

  Tasting notes: Very pale straw colour with water like hue. Slightly restrained, drier styled aromatics offer a top note of vanilla bean above iced coffee with malted milk, honey, a whiff of coconut oil, a sprinkling of cinnamon and a subtle grassy undertone adding freshness. Soft creamy palate delivers medium dry flavours of malt, vanilla, sweet spice, and a touch of mocha rounded off with a spicy flourish. Perfect balance. Clean, dry finish. Reasonable length with an aftertaste of mocha and spice. The leaner, lighter and more elegant rum of the collection. 40.0% Alc./Vol.

  Other Reviews.... The nosing passes find layers of honey, old leather, palm oil, old oak and molasses. The palate entry explodes with succulent tastes of oak, vanilla cream, and honey; the midpalate offers tastes of cookie spices, raisins, dates, and dark chocolate. Ends up balanced, correctly sweet, and elegant. A fabulous deal. - P.P. (5/1/2007) - 90-95: Superb/Highly Recommended Wine Enthusiast Magazine

  ...Gold amber color. Aromas of toffeed nuts, dried pineapple and papaya, mocha, vanilla bean, and rich brown spices follow through on a smooth, velvety entry to an off-dry medium-to-full body with honey, cherry cola, and tropical fruit salad notes. Finishes with nice polished wood and spice notes and a balancing wave of pepper and wet stone minerality. A little on the sweet side, but extremely inviting and drinkable. (tasted on May-08-2009) 92 points Beverage Tasting Institute

  

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  2002 Diplomatico Single Vintage Rum (700ml)

  VENEZUELA

  $280. 00

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  ABV: 43%

  The result of a single crop, distilled in a combination of old copper pot stills and a batch kettle. The rum is aged in bourbon casks and x-single malt barrels for approximately 12 years before finishing in old sherry casks. The 2002 bottling completes a triptych of Venezuelan vintages with the next release expected to be several years away. Impressively packaged in a reverse tapered bottle, with a heavy set base and a cork inset into a weighty high quality metal stopper.

  Tasting note: The glossy, deep copper colour is a pleasure to behold. Initially reticent with subsequent passes yielding a slow cascade of dessert styled aromatics opening as raw sugar / molasses with aeration adding sponge cake, dates and vanilla slice; Five minutes ups the intensity and accents sticky date pudding, creme caramel and later hints at toffee apple and cinnamon. Creamy entry with flavours of raw sugar, molasses, vanilla and cinnamon to the fore. Finish is gently warming, finely balanced, with cinnamon and dates echoing in the aftertaste. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  Diplomatico Distillery Collection No.2 Barbet Rum (700ml)

  VENEZUELA

  Reduced from $159.99

  $129. 99

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  ABV: 47%

  The Barbet Column distillation system, originally created in France was brought to Venezuela the same year as the Batch Kettle - 1959. The still is made of 100% copper, aiding the elimination of undesirable compounds which form during the fermentation process. Aged in x Bourbon barrels and produced from high quality sugar cane molasses, the Barbet Column typically produces a distillate with a strong fruity profile.

  Tasting note: [Batch 3 tasted] Slightly lighter in colour and on the nose than the No.1, this seems all round softer and better structured; almost floral with distant citrus blossom and fresh honey notes over deeper, richer scents of vanilla cream and dried tropical fruits, especially banana. Fabulous mouthfeel, with a viscous, semi sweet entry, building with fanning spices towards a perfectly balanced finish. Raw sugar, cinnamon, light liquorice and dried banana late in the creamy, long and delicately spiced aftertaste. Great rum. You'd expect this to be reserved for something special. 5000 bottles. 47% Alc./Vol. Very limited stocks.

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• Don Papa Small Batch Rum (700ml)

  PHILIPPINES

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Ths rum takes its inspiration from the Phillipine's former occupiers, back when Spain still colonised the country in 1565 a rule which lasted for 333 years. Inspired by the story of Papa Isio, who played a big part in the late-19th century Philippine revolution, the rum is made using sugar cane grown on the island of Negros in the Philippines. It's first aged for at least 7 years in oak barrels in the foothills of Mount Kanlaon before being blended. The packaging is terrific. We look forward to tasting the rum! 40% Alc./Vol.

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• Doorly's 8 Year Old Barbados Rum (700ml)

  BARBADOS

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Established in 1908 and now owned by Foursquare Distilery, Doorly's was the first non-bulk rum to be exported from Barbados. This 8 year old is a new expression, reportedly intended for the Australian market. It's a single Blended Rum (Traditional Column and Pot Still) bottled at 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... In the glass Doorly’s 8 year old is a classic reddish/golden brown.  Likely there is some caramel colouring to help with colour consistency. Nosing reveals a light, fruity typical Bajan style of rum.  Classic rum I would say.  It’s beautifully balanced.  It displays all the classic traits of tropical ageing in American oak casks.  Lovely light summer fruits, vanilla and the sweet/sour mash spice of the Bourbon casks. If this was from another producer I would be surprised to be getting such a great balance.  I have said it before and I will say it again.  Foursquare, like Appleton Estate simply do not make bad rum.  An average Foursquare rum, by their high standards will eclipse the best of most rum producer's efforts.  By a mile. Sipping the Doorly’s 8 offers few surprises.  Which on this occasion is no bad thing! Everything that is promised on the nose is delivered when sipped.  Nice oak notes and spicy sweet/sour bourbon mash. You also get sweet fruity notes – a little grape and some coconut.  A slight caramel sweetness as well, a just a touch of toffee. It perhaps lacks the little extra bite and complexity some of the older Foursquare offerings have.  4 stars - thefatrumpirate.com

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• • 87

  Dos Maderas Atlantic Rum (700ml)

  SPAIN

  $94. 99

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  ABV: 37.5%

  The fifth label in the Dos Maderas portfolio of Sherry cask-aged rums, "Atlantic" follows the standard set by 5+3, 5+5, Selección, and Luxus. Inspired by the vast ocean that embraces the Sherry bodega of Williams & Humbert on the western shores of Jerez de la Frontera, the rum's maturation navigates a blend of five-year ex-Bourbon oak-aged Rums from Barbados and Guyana, finished in twenty year old Pedro Ximénez Sherry casks. While Palo Cortado butts are employed for most of the Dos Maderas stable, proprietary VOS PX Sherry ‘botas’ are emphasized here, contributing notes of figs, dates, honey, treacle, chocolate, tobacco and leather. Silky and medium sweet, the flavours lose momentum towards the finish where vanillas take over. It may not be quite as decadent as the 100% PX matured 'Luxus', however Atlantic is perfect for cocktails. Try it in a Mojito, Daiquiri, Piña Colada, Rum Runner, Negroni or Old-Fashioned to get familiar with its range and versatility. 37.5% Alc./Vol.

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  Dos Maderas Seleccion Triple Aged Rum (700ml)

  Caribbean,

  $120. 00

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  ABV: 42%

  Tasting note: [15ml sample] The distinct notes of sherry oak and sweet Pedro Ximenez Sherry found here typify the house style: Seductive aromas and flavours of caramelised fruits, sticky date, light molasses and vanilla cream feature with honeycomb and caramel rallying late. Decadent and almost aged muscat-like to finish, as with the other Dos Maderas rums, the concentration at standard ABV combined with near perfect sweet/dry balance make it stand out from the pack. Classy and elegant, through and through. 42% Alc./Vol.

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  East London Liquor Co. Ltd Demerara Rum (700ml)

  London, UNITED KINGDOM

  $99. 99

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  $1199.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Like their excellent Navy Strength version, ELLC haven't actually distilled this rum, instead they sourced it from Guyana and bottled it. Produced from 100% Demerara sugar using the world's only surviving wooden column still (which should give away its provenance), it spent over 3 years in x Bourbon casks prior to be being bottled in the UK. Expect a lighter, unsweetened Demerara style that will be a change of pace for those used to Velier's more weighty expressions, for example. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  East London Liquor Co. Ltd Navy Strength Demerara Rum (700ml)

  London, UNITED KINGDOM

  $135. 00

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  $1620.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 57%

  ELLC haven't actually distilled this rum, instead they sourced it from Guyana and bottled it. Produced from 100% Demerara sugar using the world's only surviving wooden column still (which should give away its provenance), it spent over 3 years in x Bourbon casks.

  Tasting note: Deep polished copper / gold with pale straw edges. Exudes superb aromas of brown sugar, vanilla bean and creamy soda in the initial pass, developing hints of milk chocolate, custard and dates. Medium sweet, then delicately bittersweet, sappy through the middle stage. Finish showcases a sensational burst of sugars in the form of molasses, dark chocolate, caramel and pipe tobacco. Fades nutty, buttery, oily and drying with good staying power. 57% Alc./Vol.

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• 2009 El Dorado Port Mourant Single Still 12 Year Old Cask Strength Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

  $250. 00

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  $3000.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 56.7%

  El Dorado originally launched a 'Rare Single Still Series' in 2016 featuring rums from three renowned Guyanese stills. There are two variants with new releases offered at 40% and at cask strength. You pay more for the latter, but the flavours are much, much more intense.

  Demerara Distillers actually operates nine different stills capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of particular significance are three heritage wooden stills relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey still. Port Mourant, with its wooden double pot still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still. The aim of these bottlings is to reveal the individuality and diversity of flavours that each still contributes.

  The Port Mourant still which is the only one of its kind in use today was constructed in 1732 on the Port Mourant Estate, and later moved to the Uitvlugt Estate, then to its present location at the Diamond Estate in 2000.

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  2009 El Dorado Enmore Single Still 12 Year Old Cask Strength Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

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  $199. 99

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  ABV: 54.3%

  Demerara Distillers actually operates nine different stills capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of particular significance are three heritage wooden stills relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey still. Port Mourant, with its wooden double pot still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still. The aim of these bottlings is to reveal the individuality and diversity of flavours that each still contributes.

  The Enmore Wooden Continuous Coffey Still was constructed at the Enmore Estate in 1880 and based on an original design from its inventor, Irishman, Aeneas Coffey. Nickamed 'EHP' after the original owner of the Enmore Sugar Plantation, Edward Henry Porter, after the closure of the estate in 2000, the still was moved to Diamond Distillers Ltd. It's reported to be the last surviving wooden Coffey still operating in the world today. 54.3% Alc./Vol.

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• 2009 El Dorado Versailles Single Still 12 Year Old Cask Strength Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

  $250. 00

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  $3000.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 56.2%

  El Dorado originally launched a 'Rare Single Still Series' in 2016 featuring rums from three renowned Guyanese stills. There are two variants with new releases offered at 40% and at cask strength. You pay more for the latter, but the flavours are much, much more intense.

  Demerara Distillers actually operates nine different stills capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of particular significance are three heritage wooden stills relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey Still. Port Mourant, with its wooden Double Pot Still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still. The aim of these bottlings is to reveal the individuality and diversity of flavours that each still contributes. The Versailles wooden pot still is the only one of its kind operational in the world. 

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• 2009 El Dorado Versailles Single Still 12 Year Old Demerara Rum (750ml)

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  $120. 00

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  ABV: 40%

  A follow up to the now sold out 2006 edition. These releases come bottled at a lower ABV than the cask strength editions, meaning the prices are also lower, making them much more accessible. Demerara Distillers actually operates nine different stills capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of particular significance are three heritage wooden stills relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey Still. Port Mourant, with its wooden Double Pot Still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still. The aim of these bottlings is to reveal the individuality and diversity of flavours that each still contributes. Very limited stocks.

  Other reviews... [2006 release] Fascinating nose - whisky like. The dark fruits remind me of Canadian Club 20 year old or a sherried single malt, like Glendronach 12. The nose continues with pastry, like an almond croissant, sweet wood, and something like black currants or cherries - incredible! The palate has a touch of sweetness up front to begin, but this is not a sweet rum. There is a good dose of wood and spice before exiting to a woody, medium-length finish. I just nosed the empty Glencairn glass for 30 minutes afterward. Outstanding rum! - rumratings.com

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• 2009 El Dorado Port Mourant Single Still 12 Year Old Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

  $120. 00

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  $1440.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  El Dorado originally launched a 'Rare Single Still Series' in 2016 featuring rums from three renowned Guyanese stills. These new releases come bottled at a much lower ABV, meaning the prices are also lower, making them much more accessible.

  Demerara Distillers actually operate nine different stills capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of particular significance are three heritage wooden stills relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey still. Port Mourant, with its wooden double pot still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still. The aim of these bottlings is to reveal the individuality and diversity of flavours that each still contributes.

  The Port Mourant still which is the only one of its kind in use today was constructed in 1732 on the Port Mourant Estate, and later moved to the Uitvlugt Estate, then to its present location at the Diamond Estate in 2000.

  Other reviews... [2006 release] This rum was made on an old, wooden Greenheart still built in the 18th century. It has got a fabulously rich colour; deep amber. Aggressive aromas of leather, pepperiness, demerara, coffee bean, chicory, anise, and a subtle fruity berry quality on the finish. This is the most pedal to the metal of El Dorado's three single still series (Enmore and Versailles being the other two). Comparatively, the Versailles has the heavy demerara but is more subtle and delicate, with vanilla and a smidge more fruit. The Enmore is demure on the demerara and has more chocolate and toffee. 40% Alc./Vol. - nataliemaclean.com/

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• 2006 El Dorado Versailles Single Still 12 Year Old Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

  $120. 00

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  $1440.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  El Dorado originally launched a 'Rare Single Still Series' in 2016 featuring rums from three renowned Guyanese stills. These new releases come bottled at a much lower ABV, meaning the prices are also lower, making them much more accessible.

  Demerara Distillers actually operate nine different stills capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of particular significance are three heritage wooden stills relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey Still. Port Mourant, with its wooden Double Pot Still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still. The aim of these bottlings is to reveal the individuality and diversity of flavours that each still contributes.

  Other reviews... Fascinating nose - whisky like. The dark fruits remind me of Canadian Club 20 year old or a sherried single malt, like Glendronach 12. The nose continues with pastry, like an almond croissant, sweet wood, and something like black currants or cherries - incredible! The palate has a touch of sweetness up front to begin, but this is not a sweet rum. There is a good dose of wood and spice before exiting to a woody, medium-length finish. I just nosed the empty Glencairn glass for 30 minutes afterward. Outstanding rum! - rumratings.com

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• 2009 El Dorado Enmore Single Still 12 Year Old Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

  $120. 00

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  $1440.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  El Dorado originally launched a 'Rare Single Still Series' in 2016 featuring rums from three renowned Guyanese stills. These new releases come bottled at a much lower ABV, meaning the prices are also lower, making them much more accessible.

  Demerara Distillers actually operate nine different stills capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of particular significance are three heritage wooden stills relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey still. Port Mourant, with its wooden double pot still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still. The aim of these bottlings is to reveal the individuality and diversity of flavours that each still contributes.

  The Enmore Wooden Continuous Coffey Still was constructed at the Enmore Estate in 1880 and based on an original design from its inventor, Irishman, Aeneas Coffey. Nickamed 'EHP' after the original owner of the Enmore Sugar Plantation, Edward Henry Porter, after the closure of the estate in 2000, the still was moved to Diamond Distillers Ltd. It's reported to be the last surviving wooden Coffey still operating in the world today. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• El Dorado Single Barrel PM (Port Mourant) Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

  $150. 00

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  $1800.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Rather than blend a number of distillates together, El Dorado's Single Barrel Collection presents rums from three of the oldest working stills in the world. 'PM' comes from the Port Mourant still, a double-pot 18th Century Greenheart still that produced rum for the British Royal Navy for nearly two centuries. Presented in an elegant tapered bottle with a hang tag booklet providing a background to the Port Mourant still and its place in history, it comes aged for a minimum of twelve years in x-bourbon barrels. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... So refined and complex as to be not like rum at all. 5+ stars - diffordsguide.com

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  El Dorado Single Barrel ICBU (Uitvlugt) Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

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  $120. 00

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  ABV: 40%

  'ICBU' was the marque used to identify rums from the Dutch owned Uitvulgt Distillery. While Uitvlugt continues to operate as a sugar refinery and producer of molasses, the equipment used for rum production reportedly ceased operation in 2000. (Not surprisingly, Uitvulgt's have become quite collectible). The still was subsequently moved to the Diamond Distillers Estate. Now a working piece of Caribbean history, this original continuous four column French Savalle still continues to produce distinctive rums under the El Dorado label. This one is from a single cask. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com

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  2002 El Dorado Rare Collection Versailles Cask Strength Demerara Rum (700ml)

  GUYANA

  $350. 00

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  $4200.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 63%

  Rum purists will be pleased to get their hands on a trio of limited edition rums from El Dorado's Rare Collection. Launched in 2016, each one features a rum from one of three renowned Guyanese stills. Demerara distillers actually operate nine different stills, capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of significance are the three heritage Wooden stills in the operation, relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey Still. Port Mourant, with its wooden Double Pot Still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still.

  On the surface, the Rare Collection mirrors El Dorado’s 12, 15 and 21 year old rums, though the packaging is more conservative with low key colours and an embossed ship on the shoulder of the bottle. The big difference is that these are all-natural, single still, cask strength, unblended and non-chill filtered rums. They're also limited to 3,000 bottles worldwide.

  The Versailles wooden pot still is the only one of its kind operational in the world. This edition was distilled in 2002 and matured in x Bourbon barrels. Bottled in 2015 at 63% Alc./Vol.
  Extremely limited stocks.

  Other reviews... The newish OB! Entirely aged in Guyana, where they have very greedy angels. The volumes go down fast, while the strengths remain high or even go up. Colour: gold. Nose: it seems that it’s a little simpler than the Mezan, but that’s probably the super-high strength. What I seem to find in the background is a bag of vegetables and herbs, such as capers (which is a flower, isn’t it?), and plenty of wood varnish, with an acetone-y side. Let’s dig deeper… With water: as expected, this is more wood-driven than the Ultra-clean Mezan, with a BTAC side (yup) and plenty of tarmac, tarry wood (restored old boat, teak oil), and just ideas of ‘brand new sneakers’. Mouth (neat): huge. Distilled vin jaune, mint essence, artichoke, concentrated walnut oil… All that is spectacular and, I have to say, wonderful. Huge distillate. With water: very extremely good. Please call the anti-rumporn brigade! Finish: very long, big and yet elegant and ‘well-chiselled’, always with a lot of tar (and other tar-like elements, pitch and such). Droplets of lemon in the aftertaste. Comments: like, I mean love it much more than the Port Mourant in the same series. Ça c’est un alcool, monseigneur, as they would have said at Versailles (the castle).
  90 points. -Serge Valentin, www.whisky-fum.com

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  El Dorado Dark Demerara Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

  $59. 99

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  ABV: 37.5%

  Guyana is justly famous for its rich, heavy Demerara Rums, named for a local river. Demerara Rums can be aged for extended periods (25-year-old varieties are on the market) and are frequently used for blending with lighter Rums from other regions. Neighboring Surinam and French Guyana produce similar full-bodied Rums. The El Dorado range of rums, often referred to as the "Liquid Gold of Guyana", are outstanding examples of the Demerara style. In 1992, the company introduced its El Dorado range of rums to the local and international markets. A small allocation has finally arrived in Australia.

  The distillery has the facilities to produce every type of rum and has assured supplies of its basic raw material, molasses, from locally-grown sugar-cane. Its distilleries are entirely self-sufficient, with their own capability for steam and electricity generation, water supplies, water treatment, quality control and process laboratories. As well as the most up-to-date distillation equipment, Demerara Distillers possesses a wealth of traditional expertise, with old-style Demerara pot stills, and patent rum and alcohol stills. The last fully operating rectangular wooden Coffey still in the Western world continues to be used for the production of the company's finest spirits.

  Tasting note: Pours a deep sienna brown with a gold ochre hue. Superb opening notes include sticky date pudding, creme caramel and hints of liquorice bullets after exposure. A creamy entry leads into a silky, middle weight profile of golden syrup / molasses and sweet spices rounded off with iced coffee and a gently warming finish with the sweetness in check. Delicately bitter, sarsaparilla / honeycombe fade. Old school Demerara that's both distinctive and impressive. Top buy. 37.5% Alc./Vol.

  

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  1999 El Dorado Rare Collection Port Mourant Cask Strength Demerara Rum (700ml)

  GUYANA

  $399. 00

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  $4788.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 61.4%

  Rum purists will be pleased to get their hands on a trio of limited edition rums from El Dorado's Rare Collection. Launched in 2016, each one features a rum from one of three renowned Guyanese stills. Demerara distillers actually operate nine different stills, capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of significance are the three heritage Wooden stills in the operation, relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey Still. Port Mourant, with its wooden Double Pot Still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still.

  On the surface, the Rare Collection mirrors El Dorado’s 12, 15 and 21 year old rums, though the packaging is more conservative with low key colours and an embossed ship on the shoulder of the bottle. The big difference is that these are all-natural, single still, cask strength, unblended and non-chill filtered rums. They're also limited to 3,000 bottles worldwide.

  The Port Mourant still is the world's only operational Wooden Double pot still. Founded in 1732, the original estate is reckoned as one of the oldest in the region. Traditionally the PM rum was very popular with the British Royal Navy. Nowadays, it's a key component in El Dorado's 15 Year Old. This special release was matured in x Bourbon barrels and bottled at 61.4% Alc./Vol. Very limited stocks.

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• El Dorado Demerara Gold Rum (700ml)

  GUYANA

  $54. 99

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  $659.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 37.5%

  This new edition from the reputable El Dorado company is distilled from fermented molasses. Reportedly it's quite light by Demerara standards. Enjoy it with fruit juices. 37.5% Alc./Vol.

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  1993 El Dorado Rare Collection Enmore Cask Strength Demerara Rum (700ml)

  GUYANA

  $399. 00

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  ABV: 56.5%

  Rum purists will be pleased to get their hands on a trio of limited edition rums from El Dorado's Rare Collection. Launched in 2016, each one features a rum from one of three renowned Guyanese stills. Demerara distillers actually operate nine different stills, capable of producing a range of rum styles. Of significance are the three heritage Wooden stills in the operation, relocated from their original estates: Enmore, with its wooden continuous Coffey Still. Port Mourant, with its wooden Double Pot Still and Versailles with its wooden single pot still.

  On the surface, the Rare Collection mirrors El Dorado’s 12, 15 and 21 year old rums, though the packaging is more conservative with low key colours and an embossed ship on the shoulder of the bottle. The big difference is that these are all-natural, single still, cask strength, unblended and non-chill filtered rums. They're also limited to 3,000 bottles worldwide.

  Originally owned by Edward Henry Potter, "EHP" was the mark used to identify rums from a distillery near the Enmore Sugar Factory. When the operation closed in 1993, the production equipment was moved to the Diamond Distillery. This edition was distilled in the original two column wooden continuous Coffey still and aged in x-Bourbon barrels. Bottled 2015. 56.5% Alc./Vol. Extremely limited stocks.

  Other reviews... The problem is that DDL have been too optimistic with their prices, as it seems. I had thought these new OBs would sell like Mars bars in Scotland, but the hefty prices (a disease called scotchitus severis) seem to have discouraged most rum lovers, and the bottles remain available from just everywhere on this planet. After all, they’re afraid of nothing, them who just launched a $500,000 50 yo rum. Now that's Guyanan dollars, and that's a 50 yo look-alike - you know, nasty 'anniversary' bottlings that suggest a 'faked' age and all that, some Scots do it as well. Colour: deep gold. Nose: much gentler, easier, without the phenolic base, and with more ‘average’ rum aromas, such as tropical fruits, papayas, pineapples… It’s really lovely, and at times you’re thinking about rhum agricole from Martinique, but there’s also a little too much sweet oak, in the modern Scotch style. Let’s see… With water: wood spices, unsweetened tea, vanilla… Mouth (neat): a bourbon of rum, clearly. Or a light spirit in some very active American oak. Vanilla, maple syrup, orange liqueur, a touch of ginger liqueur… With water: once again we’re between rum and bourbon. It’s fine, and I do enjoy these notes of artisan maple syrup, it’s just that the Versailles kills it. Finish: medium, sweet, bourbony. Vanilla and pineapples. Comments: don’t get me wrong, it’s excellent rum, but the traditional Demeraraness (excuse me?) is a little absent. A strong light rum. 81 points
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• El Dorado White Rum (750ml)

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  $54. 99

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  ABV: 37.5%

  The El Dorado range of rums, often referred to as the "Liquid Gold of Guyana", are a premium range of rums, produced by Demerara Distillers. In 1992, the company introduced its El Dorado range of rums to the local and international markets. A small allocation has finally arrived in Australia. The distillery has the facilities to produce every type of rum and has assured supplies of its basic raw material, molasses, from locally-grown sugar-cane. Its distilleries are entirely self-sufficient, with their own capability for steam and electricity generation, water supplies, water treatment, quality control and process laboratories. As well as the most up-to-date distillation equipment, Demerara Distillers possesses a wealth of traditional expertise, with old-style Demerara pot stills, and patent rum and alcohol stills. The last fully operating rectangular wooden Coffey still in the Western world continues to be used for the production of the companies finest spirits.

  El Dorado White Rum is a light, dry, subtle example of the style making it highly versatile as a mixer. As well as being a favourite ingredient in cool, refreshing long drinks it will delight those with a taste for the exotic. 37.5%Alc./Vol.
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  Classic Cocktail: Pina Colada
  
  The Piña Colada was originally just the juice of a fresh pineapple served either strained (colada) or unstrained (sin colar). One of the earliest references to a drink called a Piña Colada, containing Rum, Coconut and Pineapple was from the April 16, 1950 edition of the New York Times: "Drinks in the West Indies range from Martinique's famous rum punch to Cuba's piña colada (rum, pineapple and coconut milk). Key west has a variety of lime swizzles and punches, and Granadians use nutmeg in their rum drinks." It is a delicious, fragrant and mellow drink in itself -- rapidly shaken up with ice, sugar, lime and white rum in delicate proportions.

  30ml white rum
  15ml Malibu
  30ml milk
  Pineapple Juice
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  El Dorado Spiced Rum (700ml)

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  $69. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  The El Dorado range of rums, often referred to as the "Liquid Gold of Guyana", are a premium range of rums, produced by Demerara Distillers. In 1992, the company introduced its El Dorado range of rums to the local and international markets. A small allocation has finally arrived in Australia. The distillery has the facilities to produce every type of rum and has assured supplies of its basic raw material, molasses, from locally-grown sugar-cane. Its distilleries are entirely self-sufficient, with their own capability for steam and electricity generation, water supplies, water treatment, quality control and process laboratories. As well as the most up-to-date distillation equipment, Demerara Distillers possesses a wealth of traditional expertise, with old-style Demerara pot stills, and patent rum and alcohol stills. The last fully operating rectangular wooden Coffey still in the Western world continues to be used for the production of the companies finest spirits.

  El Dorado Spiced Rum is a full bodied example of the style and employs all natural flavourings to capture a distinctive Caribbean character. Awarded a Silver Medal at the 1999 International Wine and Spirit Competition of London.

  Tasting note: Bright deep gold colour. Offers up a delightful amalgam of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove coupled with spicy fruit cake notes. The palate is authentically spicy and true to style with its delicious Christmas fruit cake quality repeating the aroma, this time with a wonderful surge of ginger biscuit towards the finish. Concludes satisfying, vibrant and fresh. Easily one of the best spiced rum we've tasted. 40% Alc./Vol.

  

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  El Dorado 151 Superior Overproof Rum (750ml)

  GUYANA

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 75.5%

  The El Dorado distillery has assured supplies of its basic raw material, molasses, from locally-grown sugar-cane. The company makes the full gamut of styles, including this 151 proof rum. Use with caution and keep away from open flames. It may light up your cocktails, literally. Include in Mai Tais, Rum Runners and punches.

  Tasting note: Crystal clear with a silvery blush. Offers up notes of icing sugar, fairy floss and vanilla bean. A sweet entry belies the spiritous explosion, repeating the aromas with lip numbing intensity. At this ultra high ABV there’s a prickly, hot mouthfeel, the finish is bittersweet, more texture than flavour, and fairly short. Add to the punch bowl. 75.5% Alc./Vol.

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• El Ron Prohibido Reserva Solera 15 Rum (700ml)

  MEXICO

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  During the early 1700s, ships would come from Spain to the New World, bringing with them sweet raisin wine, which would be bottled and sold in Mexico. For the return trip, the barrels would be filled with “Chinguirito” (which was the name for Mexican rum). During the course of the voyage, the spirit would take on the flavours of the barrel and the sweet wine. As its popularity grew, wine-makers in the region began to see the spirit as a threat, so the King of Spain prohibited its production, hence the name El Ron Prohibido, “The Forbidden Rum”. That title has now been given a new lease of life. Solera aged in former Pedro Ximenez Spanish oak barrels, the oldest spirit in the blend is said to be around 15 years old. Like its younger sibling, it serves up notes of dark sugar and coffee with plenty of sweet dried fruit notes, tannic oak, black tea, creamy vanilla and toffee. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• El Ron Prohibido Reserva Solera 22 Anejo Rum (700ml)

  MEXICO

  $119. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Arguably the most full bodied rum in the El Ron Prohibido collection, the amber-coloured Solera 22 is derived from distillation in small copper pot stills, delivering a heavier spirit. Ageing takes place in a solera system. In this case, it's reported that the number 22 refers to the number of barrels and not the age of the liquid itself. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... Nose: sugar cane syrup, vanilla, caramel, peach, cocoa, almond, pecan, cinnamon, anise, cloves, wood, a hint of smoke. Flavor: peach, vanilla, nut (pecan, almond), clove, sugar syrup, caramel, mint. Aftertaste: wood, smoky tobacco.

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  El Ron Prohibido Reserva Solera 12 Rum (700ml)

  MEXICO

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Stemming from Mexico, El Ron Prohibido is matured in a 12-year old solera composed of barrels that previously held sweet raisin wine. The story goes that this rum used to be served to sailors in Mexico, but they all got so drunk that the captains made it illegal to serve! Hence the name 'El prohibido' - the forbidden rum. Nosing finds hints of balsamic over richer scents of candied orange, choc-chip cookie, praline, chico lollies and dilute molasses. Five minutes sweetens the aroma and shifts the emphasis to sticky date pudding. Light to medium bodied, off-dry delivery. Coffee milk, caramel fudge and lingering mocha flavours are nicely counterpointed by subtle bitter chocolate in the aftertaste. An atypical style with a likeable cocoa / mocha accent. Would work well with dessert cocktails. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the bottler: “In 1700, Spanish ships arrived to the colonies in the New World loaded with products from Spain. One popular product was sweet wine stored in barrels, which were later emptied after use. These empty barrels were filled with Chinguirito, which is rum that was produced in Mexico and shipped back to Spain, it absorbed wood flavours and aroma from the sweet wine barrels, which gave it very special characteristics. The resulting product became very popular in Spain and local producers saw it as a threat to the sales of their products. Consequently, the King of Spain prohibited the production of this rum in the New World. Chinguirito was also known as Habanero because the last stop on the way back to Spain from the New World was Habana, Cuba.”

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• Emperor Jubilee Mauritian Rum (700ml)

  MAURITIUS

  $119. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  An assembly of traditional rums stemming from the distillation of pure and fresh sugarcane juice and molasses, 'Jubilee' is finished in 400 litre Cognac casks. Anticipate notes of jammy tropical fruits mixed with Bourbon vanillas. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• Emperor Palo Cortado Sherry Cask Finish Mauritian Rum (700ml)

  MAURITIUS

  $250. 00

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  Note: the wax seals are very brittle and may develop cracks and fragmentation during transport, as shown. This is not considered a packaging fault.

  A blend of 40% pure juice rum (aged 12 years) and 60% molasses rum (aged 5 to 7 years), Emperor Deep Blue Palo Cortado Finish is a unique experiment in maturation. The rums were blended and then put into old Palo Cortado sherry casks for a further eight months. Once bottled, the rum was lowered sixty metres into an underwater cellar on Ushant Island off the coast of Brittany. According to the distillers, "underwater aged rums differentiate themselves from their counterparts by demonstrating more aromatic and fruity freshness, more balance and roundness, less acidity and the better preservation of some properties". For ten months at a temperature of 10 to 13°C, without oxygen and with six bars of pressure, the bottles acquire a unique appearance and arrive covered in marine concretions and sub-terranian 'cellar bloom'. The rum itself boasts notes of vanilla, caramelised fruits and sherry. 1250 bottles are on offer globally. 40% Alc./Vol. Very limited stocks.

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• English Harbour 1981 Rum (750ml)

  St.Johns, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

  $499. 00

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  ABV: 40%

  Rums under the English Harbour label are produced from fermented molasses via copper pot distillation. Maturation takes place in small 220 litre x-whisky and bourbon barrels. Aged 25 years (distilled in 1981 and bottled in 2006), this is the oldest rum from the Antigua distillery and limited to 5712 bottles. Needless to say, stocks are extremely limited. Generally ranked as one of the greatest rums on the planet, it will take pride of place in the collection of any serious rum devotee.

  Other reviews...Deep amber copper color. Fantastical rich aromas of warm chocolate pudding, caramelized bananas, pears, and nuts, maple are mesmerizing and follow through on a plush, vital entry to a dry-yet-fruity full body with superb depth, balance, and intricacy. Finishes with a seemingly endless flourish of evolving, oak driven flavors of caramel, tobacco, leather, and spice. An Olympian aged rum.
  International Review of Spirits Award: Platinum Medal
  RATING: 98 points (Superlative)

  
  
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• English Harbour 5 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  St.Johns, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

  $79. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Rums have been produced on the Caribbean island of Antigua for close to 350 years. These relatively light-bodied styles were originally created to satisfy discerning clientele from the British Royal Navy. Rums under the English Harbour label are today produced via copper pot distillation and maturated in small oak barrels.

  Tasting note: The bouquet sparkles with notes of bark, oak, brown sugar, bacon fat, sautéed banana and maple. The palate entry is creamy, toffee-like and silky; the mid palate offers flavors of pastry, chocolate fudge, nougat, chestnut and honey. Finishes harmoniously with the sweet flavor gracefully melded to the texture. A perfect oak-aged molasses rum. 40% Alc./Vol. 96-100 points - www.wineenthusiast.com

  Other reviews... Burnished amber color with an olive cast. Roasted nut, dried fruit, toffee, light latte aromas have a distinct bourbon barrel character. A soft supple entry leads to a dry-yet-fruity medium-full body of toffee, roasted pecan, and brown spice flavors. Finishes with a long rich dried fruit, nutshell, and wood spice fade. A delicious rum that will make for superb cocktails.
  International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal
  RATED: 92 points (Exceptional) - www.tastings.com

  
  
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• English Harbour Reserve 10 Year Old Rum (750ml)

  St.Johns, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

  $250. 00

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  $3000.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Rums under the English Harbour label are produced from fermented molasses via copper pot distillation. Maturation takes place in small 220 litre x-whisky and bourbon barrels. This 'Reserve' bottling has been aged for a minimum of 10 years, with components up to 25 years of age included in the final blend.

  Other reviews... Burnish amber color. Caramel, mocha, creamy banana custard and spice aromas follow through on a supple entry to a dryish medium-to-full body with very good depth and balance of flavor. Finishes with nutty praline cookie, dried fruit , and lavish baking spice on the long fade. Excellent and stylish.
  International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal
  RATING: 93 points (Exceptional)

  
  
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  Rum Diary Experimental Kitchen Edition 1 Cherry Spiced Rum (500ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $110. 00

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  ABV: 44%

  This is the first in a series of experimental rums to be offered by the boys at Rum Diary. Created with 120kgs of late season black Tasmanian cherries, manually pitted over 80 hours then macerated in overproof Caribbean rum for 3.5 weeks with lavender, nutmeg, orange, vanilla, liquorice root and black limes. A dash of homemade cherry liqueur was added to up the sweetness.

  Tasting note: [Batch 30/06/2017] Slightly turbid cherry red appearance with brick red edges. Offers superb aromas of fresh-sliced fruit pudding, nutmeg, clove, cinnamon-toast and cherry nectar with fabulous purity. Follows through in a full-bodied, silky saturate of liquid raisin toast and fruit mince pie flavours. Keenly balanced. Lovers of the spiced category will adore this. 500 bottles. 44% Alc./Vol.

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  Fair Rum (700ml)

  BELIZE

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Fairtrade promotes fairer trading conditions for farmers & workers so they can invest in a better future for themselves and their communities. Fair rum is the latest product launched by the FAIR Spirits team. It is made in Belize, located South of Mexico and East of Guatemala, then shipped to the Cognac area, in France. The rum itself is made from molasses and aged for five years in American oak barrels. The sugar cane used in the rum making process is grown using organic and sustainable farming methods on small farm plots. Each stalk is carefully hand harvested to maximize the yield and protect the land. Sugar cane farmers are all members of the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association (BSCFA) ensuring Fairtrade conditions, which serve to add value to their production. This Association is today certified FAIR TRADE by FlO-CERT / Max Havelaar.

  Tasting note: Burnished copper colour; presents an interesting medley of dilute mollasses, fresh liqourice bullets and hints of crushed ant. Silky entry leads into a pleasantly peppery, sweet spice, brown sugar and light golden syrup profile with the freshness sustained through to a mildly grassy finish. Accessible and vibrantly styled rum with excellent sweet / spice balance. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• Flor de Cana ECO 15 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  NICARAGUA

  $109. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  A rum that ticks all the boxes: Sustainably produced, carbon neutral & fair trade certified, 100% distilled with renewable energy and Kosher approved. Naturally aged without additives or extra sugar. Even the case, label and glass are made from recycled materials! 40% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... Aroma: Nutmeg, Jamaican pepper and hazelnut all seem to mix into a nice caramel aroma. An attractive harmony on the nose with alcohol well integrated. Palate: It has an opulent entry, on its way to a viscous palate, dry, full-bodied with a taste of dark chocolate, caramel, toasted nuts and dark spices. The finish is long and of burnt oak, vanilla and toasted nuts.

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  Flor de Cana Grand Reserve 7 Year Old & Flor de Cana Centenario 12 Year Old & Flor de Cana Centenario Gold 18 Year Old Rum Bundle Buy (3x1000ml)

  NICARAGUA

  $249. 99

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  Flor de Cana Reserve 7YO (1000ml)...  A nicely integrated and elegant sipping rum to enjoy on its own. 40% Alc./Vol. 90 points

  Flor de Cana Centenario 12 Year Old Rum (1000ml)... Satiny, with roasted nut and cocoa flavours, followed by vanilla wafer biscuit and a gentle peppery warmth. 40% Alc./Vol. 90 points

  Flor de Cana Centenario 18 Year Old Rum (1000ml)... More opulent than its younger siblings but consistent with the house style which is all about grace and restrained power. 40% Alc./Vol. 92 points

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  Flor de Cana Centenario 12 Year Old Rum (1000ml)

  NICARAGUA

  $150. 00

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  ABV: 40%

  Tasting note: Deep burnished copper. Dilute golden syrup, light mocha, dates and delicate creamy soda aromas. Aeration fails to coax more from the bouquet which remains relatively frail in the second pass. Satiny, with roasted nut and cocoa flavours, followed by vanilla wafer biscuit and a gentle peppery warmth. Concludes finely tannic, delicately spiced with hints of ginger bread in the aftertaste. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Copper color. Toffee, roasted nut, creme anglaise, and mild brown spice aromas. A round, supple entry leads to a smooth dry medium-to full-bodied palate with caramel leche, pie spice, white pepper, and dried fruit flavors. Finishes with a peppery spice, dark caramel, and charred oak fade.
  International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal -  92 points (Exceptional) - tastings.com

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  Flor de Cana Centenario Gold 18 Year Old Rum (1000ml)

  NICARAGUA

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  $120. 00

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  Tasting note: Deep burnished copper. Soft, plush scents of mocha, vanilla- wafer, buttered raisin toast and bounty bar. Light entry develops concentration at the mid palate stage where a burst of vanilla, crème café and sweet spices covers the tongue. Creamy textured with very gently warming spirit. Finish is finely tannic, on the drier side with subtle golden syrup and vanilla fudge followed by a delicate buttery / nutty fade. More opulent than its younger siblings but consistent with the house style which is all about grace and restrained power. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews...The bouquet offers appealing fragrances of oak, medium-sweet cane, escarole, pine cone and new leather. The palate entry is long and medium-sweet; at midpalate finely layered tastes of cocoa butter, palm oil, oaky vanilla, light honey and almond paste enthrall the taste buds. Concludes silky smooth, mildly sweet and honey-like. 40% Alc./Vol.  90-95 points - wineenthusiast.com
  Other reviews... Rich copper color. Dark caramel, buttered nuts, and spice aromas. A rich, supple entry leads to a viscous, dryish, full-bodied palate with robust dark chocolate, caramel, roasted nuts, and brown spice flavors. Finishes with a very long, charred oak, vanilla, and burnt caramel fade. A very serious, dry, and elegant rum.
  International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal, 94 points (Exceptional) - tastings.com

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  Flor de Cana Grand Reserve 7 Year Old Rum (1000ml)

  NICARAGUA

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  $69. 99

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  Tasting note: Deep brass / amber colour. Medium-intense aromas include muted golden syrup and pancake-like scents followed by vanilla pod and mocha in later passes. Quite light on entry, building to a graceful, middle-weight, svelte textured profile and semi-sweet flavours of caramel fudge, dates and vanilla. Dry, gently peppery finish. A nicely integrated and elegant sipping rum to enjoy on its own. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews...Deep amber color. Burnt caramel, straw, and peppery spice aromas. A round entry leads to a dryish medium-bodied palate with dark caramel, toasted nuts, and cane stalk, and pepper flavors. Finishes with a drying mineral and lightly tannic, toasted coconut fade. A dry, reserved style. International Review of Spirits Award: Silver Medal 88 points (Highly Recommended) - tastings.com

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  Flor de Cana Gold 4 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  Chichigalpa, NICARAGUA

  $56. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Nicaragua is an often neglected yet noteworthy producer of medium-bodied Rums from column stills that lend themselves well to aging. Thanks to the exceptional quality maintained by distillers like Flor de Cana, the region's rums have begun to gain well deserved international recognition. Flor de Cana is owned and produced by Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua, which was founded in 1890. Although the brand was not marketed commercially until 1937, it is today considered one of Latin America's most prestigious rums, and has won 72 awards, medals and commendations in the last five years.

  Tasting note: Bright amber gold. Moderate scents of creamy soda, vanilla custard and rock lolly. Light to medium bodied with a relaxed delivery of semi sweet flavours including creamy soda, oatmeal pancake and pepper, finishing lean with muted grassy / menthol freshness. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• Flor de Cana V Generaciones 30 Year Old Single Barrel Rum (700ml)

  NICARAGUA

  $2499. 00

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  ABV: 40%

  In 2020, Flor De Cana will celebrate 130 years and five generations’ involvement since its founding back in 1890. To mark the occasion, this 30-year-old single barrel rum distilled back in 1988 is being offered. Sub titled 'V Generaciones', it's the company's oldest rum to date, matured in a single ex-Bourbon barrel. 411 bottles are on offer world wide, each individually numbered and featuring the signatures of the five family generations behind the company. Replete with a bottle cap crafted from volcanic rock and a replica of the iconic 1902 volcano postal stamp of Nicaragua, the bottles also feature a metallic label and a certificate of authenticity. Just a few available. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• Flor de Cana Anejo Clasico 5 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  NICARAGUA

  $64. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Awarded “Best Rum Producer of the Year” in 2017 by the International Wine and Spirit Competition in London, Flor de Cana make attractive, lighter styled rums which lend themselves to mixing. The soils of the fifth generation family estate are enriched by an active volcano, while the rums are naturally aged without the addition of sugar and distilled using renewable energy. This 5-year old is a medium bodied rum with notes of tropical fruits, caramel, prunes and intense vanilla flavours. Mix it with fruit juice or soda. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  Flor de Cana 25 Year Old Rum (700ml)

  NICARAGUA

  $350. 00

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  $4200.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 40%

  Nicaragua is an often neglected producer of medium-bodied Rums from column stills that lend themselves well to aging. Thanks to the exceptional quality maintained by distillers like Flor de Cana, the region's rums have begun to gain well deserved international recognition. Flor de Cana is owned and produced by Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua, which was founded in 1890. Although the brand was not marketed commercially until 1937, it is today considered one of Latin America's most prestigious rums, and has won 72 awards, medals and commendations in the last five years.

  Sourced from a single estate with the sugar cane grown on the distillery's own plantations in the Chichigalpa, then five times distilled, Flor de Cana 25 is a pinnacle of the range with only a small number of bottles allocated to the Australian market each year.

  Tasting note: Bright polished copper. Seductive scents of light golden syrup, crème caramel and vanilla custard with later inhalations offering dates, fruit’n’nut chocolate, beeswax, pineapple pudding and more. Glides across the tongue with a graceful parade of sugars: crème caramel, vanilla wafer and dates followed by hints of caramelised pineapple and new leather. Retains a sense of vibrancy and freshness throughout. Deceptively long. Easily the most luxurious of the collection, without sacrificing complexity or elegance. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Named “2017 Best Rum of the Year” by the International Rum Conference in Madrid.

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• Flor de Cana Centenario Gold 18 Year Old Rum (1000ml) with Free El Ron Prohibido Reserva Solera 12 Rum (700ml)

  $190. 00

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  Flor de Cana Centenario 18 Year Old Rum (1000ml)... More opulent than its younger siblings but consistent with the house style which is all about grace and restrained power. 40% Alc./Vol. 92 points

  El Ron Prohibido Reserva Solera 12 Rum (700ml)... Stemming from Mexico, El Ron Prohibido is matured in a 12-year old solera composed of barrels that previously held sweet raisin wine. Polished mahogany colour. Mild balsamic over richer scents of candied orange, choc-chip cookie, praline, chico lollies and dilute molasses. Five minutes sweetens the aroma and shifts the emphasis to sticky date pudding. Light to medium bodied, off-dry delivery. Coffee milk, caramel fudge and lingering mocha flavours are nicely counterpointed by subtle bitter chocolate in the aftertaste. An atypical style with a likeable cocoa / mocha accent. Would work well with dessert cocktails. 40% Alc./Vol. 90 points

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