A.H. Riise XO Ambre d'Or Reserve Superior Spirit Drink 70 cl 42%

A marriage of casks up to 20 years old, where noble spirit meets vinous aromas in a rich and complex blend.

Expert Description

Old St. Croix XO Ambre d'Or Reserve Superior is a Rum-based Spirit Drink matured for up to 20 years, bottled at 42%.

Old St. Croix, formerly known as A.H. Riise, changed its name in June 2025. This expression is a marriage of different cask types, where noble spirit from up to 20 years of maturation is combined with fruity and vinous tones. The blend delivers a rich and complex character, where the oak's spice and a fine toffee sweetness play alongside the dessert wine's delicate aromas.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Hay, vanilla, flowers, burnt caramel and crème brûlée.

Palate

Lemon drops and vanilla cream meet notes of dessert wine in a rich and complex character with spiced oak and toffee.

Finish

Long-lasting, rich and creamy.

Specifications

Name: Old St. Croix XO Ambre d'Or Reserve Superior
Bottler: Old St. Croix
Region/Country: U.S. Virgin Islands
Type: Rum-based Spirit Drink
Age: Up to 20 years
ABV: 42%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 5712421470007
Serving suggestion: Enjoy neat in a snifter glass

Bottler: Old St. Croix

Flavour Profile

Spicy · Toffee · Vinous · Full-bodied · Complex

Did You Know?

The term "Ambre d'Or", meaning "golden amber" in French, recurs across several of Old St. Croix/A.H. Riise's premium releases and refers to the casks' shared French-inspired vinous finish.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old St. Croix XO Ambre d'Or Reserve Superior

What does "Ambre d'Or" mean?

It means "golden amber" in French and refers to the vinous casks used in the maturation of this range.

How old is the rum in this blend?

Up to 20 years, composed of several different cask types.

How should this product be served?

It is best enjoyed neat in a snifter glass, where the complex, spiced tones come into their own.

Why is this a Spirit Drink and not a rum?

The composition and sugar content mean the product is classified as a Rum-based Spirit Drink rather than pure rum.

How does this expression differ from Non Plus Ultra Ambre d'Or Excellence?

XO Reserve Superior is matured for up to 20 years, while Non Plus Ultra Excellence is matured for up to 25 years and has an additional Sauternes finish.

Why isn't the product called A.H. Riise?

The brand changed its name to Old St. Croix in June 2025, but the products continue to build on the same history and quality.