Opthimus 15 years Oporto Dominikanske Republic Rum 38%

Just six months in port wine casks, but that is enough to lift the entire character of this 15-year-old rum.

Expert description

Opthimus 15 Years Oporto is a Rum from the Dominican Republic, finished 6 months in port wine casks and bottled at 43%.

The rum builds on Opthimus' classic 15-year-old solera blend, where rum from multiple vintages is gradually blended to achieve depth and consistency. By finishing it in port wine casks, an extra layer of aromatic depth is added, making it noticeably more opulent on the palate than the house's standard 15-year-old edition.

Tasting notes

Nose

Soft and sweet, with molasses, vanilla and roasted nuts, plus a light, smoky woodiness gradually softened by coconut and almond.

Palate

Soft with caramel, chocolate, sweet spices and vanilla, with a hint of prune and touches of blackcurrant or blueberry.

Finish

Rich and satisfying, with lingering sweetness.

Region/Country: Dominican Republic
Type: Rum
Age: 15 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Finished 6 months in port wine casks
EAN no.: 7466871101063
Serving suggestion: Neat, as a digestif

Flavour profile

Soft · Sweet · Nutty · Port wine notes

Did you know?

The six-month finish in port wine casks is markedly shorter than many other cask finishes in the rum world, but that short, intense contact alone is enough to give the rum its characteristic opulent character.

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Frequently asked questions about Opthimus 15 Years Oporto

What is Opthimus 15 Years Oporto?

It is a Rum from the Dominican Republic, finished 6 months in port wine casks and bottled at 43%.

What does Opthimus 15 Years Oporto taste like?

Soft and sweet with molasses, vanilla, roasted nuts and a hint of prune, ending in a rich, lingering finish.

What do the port wine casks add?

The six-month finish in port wine casks adds an extra layer of aromatic depth and makes the rum more opulent on the palate.

What is the difference between Opthimus 15 Years Oporto and the standard edition?

The port wine finish makes this edition noticeably more opulent and aromatic than the house's regular 15-year-old solera blend.

Who produces Opthimus?

The rum is produced by Oliver & Oliver in the Spanish, medium-sweet and dark rum style.

How is Opthimus 15 Years Oporto best enjoyed?

It is best enjoyed neat as a digestif, where its rich, port-influenced character comes into its own.