Don Q Double Aged Cognac Cask Finish Rum
Brilliant, copper to amber color. The nose is absolutely gorgeous and complex, offering scents of deep caramel, baked apples, molasses, vanilla, and an unmistakable dose of Cognac cask with its rich brown baking spices. The palate is in agreement with the nose delivering lush caramel and fruit with silky brown butter and baking spices foiled by accents of ginger, oak, and hints of black pepper. Full-bodied with perfect balance as the spice notes and abundant acidity rival the decadent flavors. This complex Rum is made from a blend of the classic Don Q Rums aged five to eight years in American oak followed by two years in French Cognac casks. $79.99 – 5 Stars
Ron del Museo Rum
Beautiful, deep amber/mahogany color. The nose is complex and seductive offering scents of toasted oak, roasted nuts, candied-cherries, and vanilla beans with hints of creme brulee. The palate echoes the nose delivering a lush caramel and toffee-driven core with waves of baking spices, sweet oak, nut butter, fruit cake, with accents of kola nut and an exotic blend of woods. Full-bodied with ideal balance and an incredibly long palate that lingers on for minutes. A truly decant Rum made for sipping on special occasions. $55 – 5 Stars
Rubirosa Private Reserve 4 Years Old Rum
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekDeep golden/amber color. The aromatics are intoxicating, offering waves of butterscotch, dense black cherry, vanilla bean, and roasted banana accented by notes of fresh cigars, tropical grasses, and rich caramel. The palate echoes the nose delivering a gorgeous tropical fruit and caramel centric core with waves of nutmeg, candied orange peel, and complex black pepper notes. Medium-bodied with perfect balance thanks to a bright dose of acidity that keeps the palate vibrant. The ideal cocktail Rum, aged in American white oak and finished in Cognac barrels. $24.99 – 4.5 Stars
Rubirosa Limited Edition 8 Years Old Rum
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBeautiful, deep amber color. The nose is complex and seductive offering scents of butter toffee, roasted pineapple, vanilla bean, and dried cherries accented by dark caramel, macaroons, and hints of allspice. The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a lush caramel and tropical fruit-driven core with waves of baking spices, sweet oak, decadent ginger biscuits, and kola nut. Full-bodied with ideal balance thanks to a fresh dose of acidity and lovely savory and sweet pepper accents found only on the finish. The perfect cigar Rum, aged in American white oak and finished in Cognac barrels. $34.99 – 5 Stars
George Bowman Colonial Era Dark Caribbean Rum
Brilliant, deep mahogany color. The nose is generous with rich, dried fruits, caramel, and honey with subtle accents of toasted coconut and vanilla bean with oak. The palate confirms the nose with dense flavors of molasses and brown sugar with hints of marzipan, and tannic oak, and brown spice notes. Medium to full-bodied and well-balanced with lingering sugar and spice. $29.99 – 4 Stars
Doorly's XO Rum
Deep amber color. The nose is filled with rich, ripe fruits, brown sugar, sweet caramel, and allspice. The palate echoes the nose delivering sweet fruit and honey with brown butter finish with accents of sweet oak and brown spice. Medium to full-bodied and decadent with sweet Sherry cask dominating from the nose to the finish. $20 – 3.5 Stars
Amrut Old Port – Deluxe Rum
Deep bronze to mahogany color. The aromatics are quite fragrant and pretty with waves of butterscotch, molasses, allspice, and candied orange peel, with accents of clove and cinnamon. The palate confirms the nose on the front of the palate as it delivers rich honey and toffee notes but it soon becomes astringent with cold black tea and wood notes taking center stage. Medium-bodied with good proportions and a fresh dose of acidity are certainly positive but the tannins are a tad too high. $18.99 – 3.5 Stars
Don Q Reserva 7 Rum
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant copper to amber color. The nose is absolutely beautiful and complex offering scents of deep caramel, baked orchard fruits, roasted nuts, cocoa nibs, and brown baking spices. The palate echoes the nose being lush and rich while vibrant with caramel and silky brown butter foiled by accents of pepper, oak, and a subtle salinity. Medium to full-bodied with perfect balance as the spice notes and abundant acidity match the decadent caramel flavors. A blend of light and heavy Rums aged in American oak for a minimum of seven years. $24.99 – 4.5 Stars
Largo Bay Silver Rum
Brilliant, crystal clear. The nose delivers sweet molasses with vanilla cream and accents of tropical fruits. The palate echoes the nose delivering a rich and sweet sugar-focused center with accents of pepper and mineral. Medium-bodied and sweet with long, lingering flavors. $9.99 – 3 Stars
Kraken Black Spiced Rum
Deep, black color. The nose is assertive with the scents of chocolate, coffee, and cloves with accents of ginger, cinnamon, and pepper. The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a sweet chocolate and molasses driven core with loads of Christmas cake spices. Full-bodied with a viscous palate. Great name — great packaging and an average Spiced Rum. $18.99 – 3 Stars