Volbeat XXV Rum Limited Edition Premium Rum 43%

Volbeat XXV Rum Limited Edition marks a 25-year anniversary that is not just celebrated - it is immortalised. This rum was created as a distillate of the band's energy, attitude and history, and the result is a dark, golden and uncompromising release, only found in 2,300 individually numbered bottles. Once they are gone, they are gone, and previous anniversary editions have shown that Volbeat fans do not wait. This bottle is therefore already a sought-after collector's item, packaged in a black and gold gift box with clear Volbeat identity and details that speak directly to those who want to own a piece of the band's universe. It is a rum for collectors, for gift-givers with an edge, and for anyone who knows that the most interesting limited editions disappear while others are still deciding.

The rum is created as a premium blend of four distinctive rums that together provide depth, warmth and power. Three of the components come from Guyana, distilled between 2001 and 2014, delivering the dark base, molasses, spice, body and the characteristic sweetness Guyana is known for. The fourth component is a Jamaican pot still rum from 2015, adding fruity energy, an aromatic edge and a raw tropical kick. The combination gives a rum with massive volume, warmth and intensity - exactly the expression you would expect from an anniversary rum carrying Volbeat's name.

Volbeat XXV is blended at The Main Rum Company Limited in Liverpool by Master Blender Ian Smith, and Michael Poulsen has himself been involved in shaping the rum's expression. This means the rum is not just a product with a Volbeat logo, but part of the band's creative universe. It comes across dark, distinctive and original, with an attitude matching the music and the history behind it.

The flavour profile is deep and intense with notes of overripe tropical fruit, dark molasses, demerara sugar, warm spices, oak and cocoa. On the palate it is full-bodied, warm and lively with a syrupy sweetness, tropical nuances, a spiced edge and a long, warm finish that lingers and develops. It is a rum that can be enjoyed slowly, shared with fellow fans, or kept as a collector's item that only becomes more interesting with time.

Volbeat XXV Rum Limited Edition is created for those who want a rum with darkness, depth and power - and at the same time own a piece of Volbeat's 25-year history.

A rum created for collectors, enthusiasts and Volbeat fans wanting a mature, classic and characterful Guyana rum with a unique touch.

Some vintages simply linger. 2008 was such a year at Destilerías Unidas in Venezuela - casks that matured into something beyond the ordinary, which the distillery chose to see all the way through with a long finish in sherry casks.

Expert description

Diplomatico Single Vintage 2008 Sherry Cask Finish is a Venezuelan Rum distilled in 2008 and bottled at 43%.

The rum belongs to Diplomatico's Prestige Range, where a Single Vintage is only released in years when selected casks from a single distillation year turn out to have developed exceptionally. The base is cane molasses, and part of the rum's weight comes from the distillery's signature method - batch kettle distillation on pot still - which gives a heavier, more oily rum than most column still-based rums.

After 12 years of maturation in a combination of ex-bourbon casks, ex-single malt whisky casks and new American oak casks, the rum was moved onto first-fill Oloroso sherry casks for a final finishing period. It is here the dark, dried fruits and the spiced sweetness really settle into the glass.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Smoked wood, roasted coffee and dark chocolate settle first, before vanilla and ripe, sweet fruit come forward.

Palate

Full-bodied and round on the palate, with a touch of red berries and a lingering, soft warmth from the sherry casks.

Finish

Long and mild, with a finish of caramel, warming winter spices and a final hint of oak.

Specifications

Name: Diplomatico Single Vintage 2008 Sherry Cask Finish Venezuela Rum
Distillery: Diplomatico
Region/Country: Venezuela
Type: Venezuelan Rum
Age: 12 Years, further matured 1 year in sherry casks
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-bourbon, ex-single malt whisky and new American oak casks, finished in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks
Distillation method: Batch kettle (pot still)
Distilled: 2008
Edition: Single Vintage, Prestige Range
Serving suggestion: Best enjoyed neat, optionally with a single ice cube

Flavour Profile

Sherry-Matured · Full-Bodied · Spiced · Fruity · Round

Did You Know?

Diplomatico is one of the few rum brands in the world that still distils on a batch kettle - a technique found at only a handful of distilleries globally, and part of the explanation for the rum's heavy, oily character.

See our full range of Diplomatico

Listen to our podcast:

After 25 years on the dance floor, Lina Rafn and Paw Lagermann from Infernal found a new stage – the bottleneck. Club Sunrise is the mood of a long club night poured into a glass.

Expert Description

Infernal Club Sunrise is a Rum-based Spirit Drink bottled at 40%.

Behind the bottle stands the Danish dance-pop duo Infernal, Lina Rafn and Paw Lagermann, who after 25 years making music for the dance floor turned their passion toward rum 8 years ago and started their own rum brand. Club Sunrise is designed as a tropical experience in bottle form, built on orange and coconut notes with a soft, rounded character and warm spices, made for parties and good times.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Orange, coconut and a lightly sweet spiciness.

Palate

Soft and rounded with tropical fruit and warm spices.

Finish

Short, sweet finish with a hint of coconut.

Specifications

Name: Infernal Club Sunrise
Bottler: Infernal
Type: Rum-based Spirit Drink
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: Perfect in cocktails or on ice for a festive evening

Bottler: Infernal

Flavour Profile

Tropical · Soft · Coconut · Citrus · Spiced

Did You Know?

Infernal made music for the dance floor for 25 years before the duo turned their attention to rum 8 years ago, and have since expanded their spirits universe with both rum and gin under their own name.

See our full range of Infernal

Wagemut means boldness in German, and boldness is exactly what it takes to send a 10 year old Barbados rum for its final three months into a fresh Pedro Ximenez sherry cask at full cask strength.

Expert Description

Wagemut 01 PX-Cask is a Spirit Drink with Barbados Rum, aged 10 years with a finishing period in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks, bottled at cask strength 58.7%.

The German house Wagemut builds its philosophy on authenticity and transparency throughout production. This release spends most of its maturation in American white oak barrels in Germany, before moving for its final three months into fresh PX sherry casks, adding extra depth and a sweet nuance. The rum is bottled with no added colour, in a limited cask strength edition.

The result is a powerful yet well-balanced rum, where the Barbados character meets the raisin and nutty sweetness of the sherry cask.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisin, dried apricot and a light nutty sherry sweetness.

Palate

Powerful and warm with caramel, dark berries and a touch of spiced oak from the long cask ageing.

Finish

Long and spiced with lingering sherry sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Wagemut 01 PX-Cask
Bottler: Wagemut
Region/Country: Barbados
Type: Spirit Drink with Barbados Rum
Age: 10 years
ABV: 58.7%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American White Oak Barrels & PX-Sherry
Natural colour: Yes
Serving suggestion: Neat or with a single drop of water

Flavour Profile

Powerful · Sherry-sweet · Spiced · Oak

Did You Know?

Rum circles have long speculated over which distillery actually supplies Wagemut's Barbados rum - read more in our blog post on the topic.

See our full range of Wagemut

See our full range of Rum

From the Danish spirits house West Street Rum Company comes this Venezuelan small batch release, focused on the smooth, sweet style the country is known for in the rum world.

Expert Description

West Street Rum Company Venezuela is a Venezuela Rum-based Spirit Drink in small batch style, bottled at 40%.

The rum is produced by West Street Rum Company, a Danish spirits house that selects and bottles rum from various countries as part of a broader series honouring the styles of the classic rum nations. The Venezuela edition is composed in small batch format and focuses on the smooth, elegant expression Venezuelan rum is traditionally known for.

The result is a smooth, sweet spirit drink, where vanilla and caramel meet a light, approachable finish.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Elegant with vanilla, caramel and toffee.

Palate

Smooth and round with vanilla and caramel.

Finish

Short to medium with warm sweetness.

Specifications

Name: West Street Rum Company Venezuela
Region/Country: Venezuela
Type: Rum-based Spirit Drink
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving Suggestion: Neat over ice or in a smooth rum cocktail

Flavour Profile

Smooth · Elegant · Vanilla-forward · Sweet · Approachable

Did You Know?

Venezuela is traditionally considered home to some of the rum world's smoothest, most elegant styles, a heritage West Street Rum Company's edition deliberately draws on.

See our full range of Rum

Where Oro is the light entry point to Ron Cristóbal, Gran Añejo steps up in intensity, offering a darker, more aged style from the same approachable brand.

Expert Description

Ron Cristobal Gran Añejo is a Caribbean Rum, bottled at 40%.

The rum is released by Ron Cristóbal, the same brand behind the lighter Oro edition, but here the style is darker and more aged, in line with the name Gran Añejo, which in Spanish refers to a longer ageing style. The brand appeals broadly to both newcomers and experienced rum lovers, and the Gran Añejo edition is designed as the next step for those wanting more depth than the light Oro style.

The result is a fuller, darker rum, where caramel and dried fruit meet a warm, lightly spiced finish.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark caramel, dried fruit and a touch of spice.

Palate

Full-bodied and warm with brown sugar and a hint of vanilla.

Finish

Medium-length and warm with lingering spice.

Specifications

Name: Ron Cristobal Gran Añejo
Bottler: Ron Cristóbal
Region/Country: Caribbean
Type: Caribbean Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving Suggestion: Neat at room temperature or over ice

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Dark · Spiced · Warm · Rounded

Did You Know?

The name Gran Añejo is Spanish for "great, old", a term traditionally used for rum given longer time to mature than the brand's lighter editions.

See our full range of Ron Cristóbal

Ron Cristóbal appeals broadly to both newcomers and rum connoisseurs, and the Oro edition is the house's approachable, golden entry point into the range.

Expert Description

Ron Cristobal Oro is a Caribbean Rum, bottled at 38%.

The rum is released by Ron Cristóbal, a brand that markets itself as welcoming to both the curious newcomer and the experienced rum lover, with a range spanning from lighter editions like Oro to the more powerful Gran Añejo style rums. The Oro edition is designed as a versatile, approachable rum that works both for sipping neat and as a base in cocktails.

The result is a light, sweet rum, where caramel and tropical fruit meet a soft, short finish.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Caramel, tropical fruit and a touch of vanilla.

Palate

Light and sweet with brown sugar and soft fruit.

Finish

Short and soft with a final hint of caramel.

Specifications

Name: Ron Cristobal Oro
Bottler: Ron Cristóbal
Region/Country: Caribbean
Type: Caribbean Rum
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 CL
Serving Suggestion: Over ice or in cocktails

Flavour Profile

Light · Sweet · Fruity · Soft · Easy-drinking

Did You Know?

Ron Cristóbal is deliberately designed as an easy entry point into the world of rum, making the Oro edition a natural first choice for those who have not yet found their preferred style.

See our full range of Ron Cristóbal

Drivkraft is made for those who want pure enjoyment over complexity - a rum aimed squarely at the heart of the modern rum drinker.

Expert description

Mezclado Drivkraft Edition is a Rum Liqueur from the Danish rum blendery Mezclado, bottled at 40%.

Drivkraft ("Drive" or "Momentum") is a rum that doesn't try to be complex for complexity's sake, instead focusing on warmth, sweetness and immediate charm. The palate opens with a generous sweetness that instantly recalls ripe tropical fruit - pineapple, mango and a touch of papaya sit as a juicy layer on top, before the rum's warm vanilla character unfolds. The vanilla is round and creamy, tying the experience together with a silky elegance.

The Drivkraft release is a clear example of Mezclado's philosophy: soft, full and irresistibly sweet, without losing its balance or Caribbean character. Behind the brand are Radoslaw Nowacki and the small rum blendery in Løsning near Vejle.

Tasting notes

Nose

Pineapple, mango and a touch of papaya over a creamy vanilla base.

Palate

Generous sweetness and round vanilla, silky and easy to drink.

Finish

Medium, sweet and creamy.

Specifications

Name: Drivkraft Edition
Distillery: Mezclado
Region/Country: Spain & Panama
Type: Rum Liqueur
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: Neat or on ice

Flavour profile

Tropical fruit · Vanilla · Creamy · Sweet

Did you know?

Mezclado names several of its releases after feelings or qualities rather than origin or age - Drivkraft is designed specifically to be a rum that offers immediate joy over technical complexity.

See our full range of Rum

Listen to our podcast:

Longpond and Clarendon - two of Jamaica's most iconic pot still distilleries - come together in this rum with the classic Jamaican funk.

Expert description

Bellamy's Reserve Rum Jamaica Pot Still is a Rum with distinct Jamaican character, produced through pot still distillation from Longpond and Clarendon, bottled at 43%.

Pot still distillation gives the rum both depth, fullness and plenty of aromatic power. It leans on the classic Jamaican style with fruitiness, esters and a natural, lightly funky edge, while remaining rounded and easy to drink at its moderate strength. There is a discreet note of fermented fruit and cane juice, giving the rum its authentic pot still profile.

Bellamy's Reserve Rum specialises in carefully selected rum releases with a focus on clear distillation character and origin. The Jamaica Pot Still release is a natural choice for those who want the raw, characterful Jamaican style without the extreme ester strength found in the heaviest releases.

Tasting notes

Nose

Ripe tropical fruit, banana, pineapple and a hint of overripe mango.

Palate

Soft but characterful, with sweetness from caramel and brown sugar, tropical fruit and a hint of citrus.

Finish

Lightly dry, with lingering Jamaican funk.

Specifications

Name: Reserve Rum Jamaica Pot Still
Distillery: Longpond & Clarendon
Bottler: Bellamy's Reserve Rum
Region/Country: Jamaica
Type: Pot Still Rum
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: Neat or on ice

Flavour profile

Tropical fruit · Funky · Caramel · Esters

Did you know?

Jamaican pot still rum is known for its "funk" - a distinctive, almost fermented aroma that comes from long fermentation and traditional pot still distillation, sharply setting it apart from lighter, more neutral rum styles.

See our full range of Rum

Hampden Estate Coffret 8 Marks Collection 1 Year Ex. Bourbon Cask Pure Single Jamaica Rum 8x20 cl 52%

Hampden Estate Coffret 8 Marks Collection 1 Year Ex-Bourbon Cask is a rare and deeply fascinating release that gives an outstanding insight into Hampden's distillate - this time with an extra layer of complexity from a year of ageing in ex-bourbon casks. Where the original 8 Marks collection shows the distillery's raw and unadulterated style straight from the pot still, this version adds a subtle but noticeable dimension of cask that rounds off and highlights the differences between the eight marks in a new way.

Each of the eight bottles represents a specific mark, varying in ester level, fermentation length and aromatic profile. After a year of ageing in ex-bourbon casks, the distillates gain a softer texture, a more integrated sweetness and a light vanilla and coconut-touched depth, without losing the wild Hampden character. The lower ester marks appear fresh and fruity with notes of citrus, sugar cane and green banana, now rounded off by mild bourbon cask sweetness. The middle marks show clear tropical fruit, pineapple, lime, olive and fermented funk, gaining extra warmth and structure from the cask. The highest ester marks remain explosive, intense and aromatically extreme, but the bourbon cask adds a light creaminess and a more harmonious transition between the sharp, acidic and fruity elements.

The collection works as a study in how even short ageing can affect a distillate with such a distinct identity as Hampden's. It is an opportunity to taste how the individual marks develop when given time on wood, and how the bourbon cask interacts with ester levels from the mild to the extreme. For enthusiasts it gives a deeper understanding of Hampden's craft, and for tasting panels and masterclasses it is an invaluable tool for exploring the building blocks of rum.

Hampden Estate Coffret 8 Marks Collection 1 Year Ex-Bourbon Cask is a release made for nerding out, immersion and experiments. It shows both the differences and the connections between the eight marks and demonstrates how even small changes in ageing can create new nuances in one of the world's most characterful distillates. It is a collection that speaks directly to collectors, enthusiasts and anyone who wants to understand Hampden from the ground up.

Hampden Estate Coffret 8 Marks Collection Pure Single Jamaica Rum 8x20 cl 60%

Hampden Estate Coffret 8 Marks Collection is one of the most fascinating and educational releases you can get from Hampden Estate - a complete tasting set that gives a unique insight into the distillery's DNA. Hampden is known for its distinctive esters, its long fermentations and its traditional pot still production, and in this collection you get eight different "marks", each representing a specific style, a specific ester level and a specific aromatic direction. It is a journey through everything from the milder and more fruity expressions to the extreme, explosive and almost overwhelming high-ester marks that have made Hampden famous worldwide.

Each 20 cl bottle is bottled at 60% and shows a clean, unadulterated version of the distillate without the influence of cask ageing. This means you taste Hampden in its most raw and authentic form, where the differences between the individual marks stand razor-sharp. The lower ester marks offer notes of fresh fruit, sugar cane, citrus and light fermented nuances, while the middle marks move into deeper tropical fruit, pineapple, banana, lime, olive and more pronounced funk. The highest ester marks are intense, wild and extremely aromatic with explosive notes of overripe fruit, glue, acetone, rubber, spices and an almost electric acidity that only Hampden can deliver.

The collection works both as a study in Jamaican rum production and as an experience for enthusiasts wanting to understand how ester levels and fermentation affect flavour and aroma. It is a rare opportunity to taste the individual components that are normally blended in Hampden's commercial bottlings, giving a deeper understanding of how the distillery's character is built up from the ground.

Hampden Estate Coffret 8 Marks Collection is not just a rum release, but a tool for nerding out, immersion and flavour experiments. It is ideal for masterclasses, rum tastings or for the collector who wants a piece of Hampden's history and craft in its purest form. It is a release that shows why Hampden is considered one of the world's most unique and uncompromising distilleries.

Named after its founding year of 1753, this bottle honours Hampden Estate's long history as one of Jamaica's most authentic pot still distilleries.

Expert Description

Hampden Estate 1753 is a Jamaica Rum distilled on pot still and bottled at 46%.

The rum comes from Hampden Estate in Wakefield, Jamaica, founded in 1753 and known for holding on to traditional methods where modern processes have taken over elsewhere. The distillery uses long fermentation with dunder and bacterial cultures, giving the rum its characteristic high ester content and intense, funky flavour profile. The 1753 release is named in honour of the distillery's founding year and serves as an accessible introduction to Hampden's style.

The result is an intense, fruity rum, where tropical fruit and funky pot still character meet a long, spiced finish.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Tropical fruit, banana and a pronounced funky, fermented note.

Palate

Intense and fruity with pineapple, mango and spice.

Finish

Long and funky with lingering fruit.

Specifications

Name: Hampden Estate 1753
Distillery: Hampden Estate
Region/Country: Jamaica
Type: Jamaica Rum
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
EAN No.: 3700597365595
Distillation Method: Pot Still
Serving Suggestion: Neat or in a classic Tiki cocktail

Flavour Profile

Intense · Fruity · Funky · Spiced · Tropical

Did You Know?

Hampden Estate is one of the only Jamaican distilleries still practising traditional dunder fermentation, a method where residue from previous distillations is deliberately added to drive ester content higher.

See our full range of Hampden Estate

A comeback after several years' pause - Luca Gargano's lifelong work with Demerara rum continues with this exclusive small batch from Guyana.

Expert description

Velier Guyana 2004 High Proof is a Rum from Guyana, matured 100% in the tropics and bottled at 53.1%.

High Proof - Small Batch was created in collaboration with Demerara Distillers Ltd in Guyana, building on Luca Gargano's longstanding work with Demerara rum and his vision of preserving authentic tropical maturation directly at the distillery. This bottling marks a comeback for the series after several years' pause and consists of a blend of three rums, the youngest of which was distilled in 2004.

The rum is made from molasses and combines classic Demerara character with deep complexity and a rich, rounded flavour profile. Only 2,907 bottles have been produced, making this release a sought-after piece of rum history for collectors of Velier and Demerara rum.

Tasting notes

Nose

Caramelised apricot, tarte tatin and prune.

Palate

Full and soft, with chocolate, apricot, honey and floral nuances.

Finish

Creamy and nuanced, long and warm.

Specifications

Name: Guyana 2004 High Proof
Distillery: Demerara Distillers
Bottler: Velier
Region/Country: Guyana
Type: Rum
Distilled: 2004
ABV: 53.1%
Size: 70 CL
Number of bottles: 2907

Flavour profile

Full-bodied · Apricot · Chocolate · Complex

Investment potential

High - Velier is one of the world's most respected and sought-after independent rum bottlers, and this series marks a long-awaited comeback after several years' pause, making it especially interesting for collectors.

Did you know?

Luca Gargano, the man behind Velier, is considered by many to be the person who, more than anyone, put Demerara rum from Guyana on the map among serious rum collectors.

See our full range of Velier

See our full range of Rum

Vanilla, dark chocolate and a firm hand with cinnamon and liquorice - Island Empress makes no apologies for its richness.

Expert description

RomDeLuxe Island Empress - A Queen Without Borders is a Spirit Drink based on dark Caribbean rum, finished in ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 40%.

The spirit is inspired by Caribbean rum traditions and combines dark rum from the region with powerful Jamaican elements, resulting in a soft, sensual and approachable experience built on movement and culture rather than geographic borders. The combination pays tribute to both tropical nights and southern continents, delivering an experience as aromatic as it is intense.

The bold sweetness is part of its identity, and RomDeLuxe has deliberately let Island Empress embrace its own richness without apology. Behind the brand is RomDeLuxe, a Danish bottler specialising in selecting and composing exclusive rum releases from around the world.

Tasting notes

Nose

Rich vanilla and dark chocolate with a hint of spiced oak.

Palate

Full with notes of roasted nut, cinnamon and liquorice.

Finish

Long, sweet and spiced.

Specifications

Name: Island Empress - A Queen Without Borders
Distillery: RomDeLuxe
Region/Country: Caribbean & Jamaica
Type: Spirit Drink
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-Bourbon Barrels
Serving suggestion: Neat or on ice

Flavour profile

Sweet · Vanilla · Spiced · Rich

Did you know?

RomDeLuxe often composes its spirit drinks as a fusion of several Caribbean traditions rather than sticking to a single country of origin - Island Empress is a clear example of this approach.

See our full range of RomDeLuxe

See our full range of Rum

A queen without borders - Island Empress deliberately bridges islands and continents rather than sticking to a single country of origin.

Expert description

RomDeLuxe Island Empress - A Queen Without Borders is a Spirit Drink based on dark Caribbean rum, finished in ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 40%.

Island Empress is made for those who love sweetness, warmth and depth in the glass. It is inspired by Caribbean rum traditions and combines dark rum from the region with powerful Jamaican elements. The result is a soft, sensual and approachable spirit built on movement, culture and warmth rather than geographic borders - hence the subtitle "A Queen Without Borders".

The flavour is rich and seductive: vanilla and dark chocolate form a full, warm base, while cinnamon and liquorice add a spiced layer that brings mystery and character. Maturation in ex-bourbon casks adds extra depth and complexity. Behind the brand is RomDeLuxe, a Danish bottler specialising in selecting and composing exclusive rum releases from around the world.

Tasting notes

Nose

Vanilla and dark chocolate with a hint of spice.

Palate

Rich and full, with cinnamon, liquorice and a warm sweetness.

Finish

Long and intense, with lingering spiced sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Island Empress - A Queen Without Borders
Distillery: RomDeLuxe
Region/Country: Caribbean & Jamaica
Type: Spirit Drink
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-Bourbon Barrels
Serving suggestion: Neat or on ice

Flavour profile

Sweet · Chocolate · Spiced · Intense

Did you know?

The subtitle "A Queen Without Borders" is a deliberate choice by RomDeLuxe - the rum is not tied to a single country of origin, but composed as a fusion of several Caribbean rum traditions.

See our full range of RomDeLuxe

See our full range of Rum

Encanto means charm in Spanish, and the name suits this rum well, where the Oliver family's Dominican craftsmanship unites the lively Colombian temperament with the light, elegant Venezuelan style.

Expert Description

Ron Quorhum 13 Aniversario Encanto is a Dominican Republic Rum aged up to 13 years in American ex-rye whiskey barrels, bottled at 40%.

The rum is produced by Oliver & Oliver Internacional, the family-run distillery outside Santo Domingo, originally founded in Cuba before the family fled to the Dominican Republic in 1963. Encanto combines the best Colombian rums, known for their lively character and depth, with lighter Venezuelan rums, known for their smoothness and elegance. The rum is aged in both static and dynamic ageing systems, where younger and older distillates of varying strength and character are combined.

The result is a silky, aromatic rum, where lively depth meets elegant smoothness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Aromatic with spice, dried fruit and a hint of rye whiskey oak.

Palate

Silky with good depth and an elegant, round structure.

Finish

Long and aromatic with lingering spice.

Specifications

Name: Ron Quorhum 13 Aniversario Encanto
Distillery: Oliver & Oliver
Region/Country: Dominican Republic
Type: Dominican Republic Rum
Age: Up To 13 Years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: American ex-rye whiskey barrels
Serving Suggestion: Neat in a snifter at room temperature

Flavour Profile

Silky · Aromatic · Elegant · Complex · Round

Did You Know?

The Oliver family fled Cuba for the Dominican Republic after Castro's takeover in 1963 and has since built the Quorhum brand around a vision uniting four generations of "Maestros Roneros" from Cuba, Colombia, Venezuela and the Dominican Republic.

See our full range of Ron Quorhum

There is navy rum, and then there is Black Strap. Pusser's Night Watch takes the classic British navy style and turns up the darkness with a dose of some of the world's finest blackstrap molasses.

Expert Description

Pusser's Rum Night Watch Black Strap is a Blended Rum from Guyana and the USA, bottled at 40% with no added colour.

While most Pusser's rums are made exclusively from Guyanese rum, Night Watch takes a different path, blending Guyanese rum - some of it distilled on the historic wooden still - with an American rum made from Louisiana blackstrap molasses, distilled at Hilton Head Distillery in South Carolina. The release was launched to mark Trafalgar Day on 21 October and is limited to a small production run.

The combination of the two rum styles produces a deep, dark and characterful rum in the classic navy style, clearly inspired by the rum historically issued to sailors in the British Royal Navy.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Rich and dark, with molasses, liquorice, burnt sugar, coffee and dark caramel.

Palate

Bold and sweet with syrup, dark chocolate, toasted spice and a light smoky edge.

Finish

Long, warm and full-bodied with lingering molasses and spiced sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Pusser's Rum Night Watch Black Strap
Bottler: Pusser's Rum
Region/Country: Guyana and USA
Type: Blended Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 5060577610205
Serving suggestion: In tiki drinks, a Dark 'n Stormy or a rum old fashioned

Flavour Profile

Dark · Molasses · Spiced · Full-Bodied

Did You Know?

Night Watch was created to mark Trafalgar Day on 21 October, the anniversary of the famous 1805 battle where Admiral Nelson defeated the combined French-Spanish fleet.

See our full range of Pusser's

See our full range of Rum

Listen to our podcast:

If Elixir is the soft sister, Tripulante Caribbean Spiced is the one that takes an extra step into the spice cabinet and comes back with cinnamon, nutmeg and warmth.

Expert Description

Tripulante Caribbean Spiced is a Spirit Drink with Caribbean Rum from the Spanish house Tripulante, bottled at 34%.

The base is genuine Caribbean rum, here layered with a generous dose of spice on top of the rum's natural sweetness. At 34%, the style is soft and rounded, yet full-bodied enough to deliver an intense flavour experience, where the spice plays a clear supporting role to the rum.

The spirit works well neat or over ice, but is also built for cocktails such as a spiced rum & cola or a spiced tiki drink.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and brown sugar, followed by a hint of citrus and tropical fruit.

Palate

Round and spiced with clear hints of caramel, warm spice and a light smoky undertone from the rum.

Finish

Sweet, spiced and pleasantly warming.

Specifications

Name: Tripulante Caribbean Spiced
Bottler: Tripulante
Region/Country: Spain
Type: Spirit Drink with Caribbean Rum
ABV: 34%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 8410028903719
Serving suggestion: In a spiced rum & cola or a spiced tiki drink

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Warm · Sweet · Smoky

Did You Know?

Spiced rum traces back to the age of sail, when spices from the Caribbean and Asia were added to rum for both flavour and preservation on long sea voyages.

See our full range of Rum

The name means crew member in Spanish, and Tripulante Caribbean Elixir is indeed made for those who want the full Caribbean sweetness on board, without too much fuss.

Expert Description

Tripulante Caribbean Elixir is a Spirit Drink with Caribbean Rum from the Spanish house Tripulante, bottled at 34%.

The base is genuine Caribbean rum, which Tripulante has rounded off with a soft, aromatic sweetness that makes the elixir both easy to drink and versatile. At a moderate 34% ABV, the style is full yet mild, keeping the flavour rather than the strength in focus.

The elixir works well neat or over ice, but is equally built for cocktails, where its sweetness and tropical profile really get to shine.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe banana, vanilla and brown sugar, with a hint of coconut.

Palate

Soft and creamy with clear caramel notes, tropical fruit and a light spiced warmth from the rum.

Finish

Round, sweet and pleasant.

Specifications

Name: Tripulante Caribbean Elixir
Bottler: Tripulante
Region/Country: Spain
Type: Spirit Drink with Caribbean Rum
ABV: 34%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 8410028902446
Serving suggestion: Neat, over ice, in a rum old fashioned or a tiki drink

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Creamy · Tropical · Caramel

Did You Know?

"Tripulante" is Spanish for crew member - a nod to the sailors who historically carried rum across the Atlantic.

See our full range of Rum

A rum that says thank you without words. Verdens Bedste Far Rom is designed as a warm, personal gift for the father who deserves a little extra attention.

Expert Description

Verdens Bedste Far Rom is a Rum-based Spirit Drink with rum from Venezuela and the Dominican Republic, bottled at 40%.

The bottle is composed as a gift release, blending rum from two of the Caribbean's classic rum nations into a smooth, approachable expression. Venezuela contributes a round, caramel-driven sweetness, while the Dominican Republic adds a touch of dried fruit and spice to the blend. The label and name make the bottle a natural choice as a Father's Day gift or birthday present.

The result is an easily approachable rum with sweetness and warmth, suited both to the seasoned rum enthusiast and the curious guest at the table.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Caramel, brown sugar and a touch of dried fruit.

Palate

Smooth and round with caramel, vanilla and light spice.

Finish

Short to medium with warm sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Verdens Bedste Far Rom
Region/Country: Venezuela and the Dominican Republic
Type: Rum-based Spirit Drink
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving Suggestion: Neat over ice or in a smooth rum cocktail

Flavour Profile

Smooth · Caramel-forward · Sweet · Approachable · Gift-worthy

Did You Know?

Both Venezuela and the Dominican Republic are considered among the Caribbean's classic rum nations, and blending rum from the two countries is a well-known way of creating a smooth, versatile expression.

See our full range of Rum

A single cask from 1987, kept for three decades before being bottled as one of the rarest Colombian rum releases on the Danish market.

Expert Description

TDSC Colombian Rum 30 Year Single Cask 1987 is a Colombia Rum from a single cask, distilled in 1987 and bottled at 45%.

The rum originates from Destilería Colombiana and is part of TDSC's series of aged, single-cask Colombian rum releases. The 30 years in cask have given the rum a deep, mature character that is rare in this category, where most releases are considerably younger. As a single cask release, the number of bottles is naturally limited.

The result is a deep and complex rum, where dried fruit and oak meet a long, spiced finish.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dried fruit, oak and a hint of tobacco.

Palate

Deep and complex with caramel, spice and dark fruit.

Finish

Long and spiced with lingering oak.

Specifications

Name: TDSC Colombian Rum 30 Year Single Cask 1987
Region/Country: Colombia
Type: Colombia Rum
Age: 30 Years
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL
Distilled: 1987
Serving Suggestion: Neat in a snifter at room temperature

Flavour Profile

Deep · Mature · Complex · Spiced · Rare

Investment Potential

Medium. As a 30 year old single cask release from a rarely seen Colombian source, the bottle has the age and rarity that interests collectors of aged rum.

Did You Know?

Colombian single cask rum is a far less common category than rum from the classic Caribbean rum nations, making 30 year old releases like this one an unusual occurrence.

Albert Michler's roots trace back to the old Austro-Hungarian Empire, and under the Ron Espero name the distillery has found a new way into Danish homes with a soft, banana-spiced rum.

Expert Description

A. Michler Ron Espero Caribbean Banana is a Rum with added banana flavouring, bottled at 40%.

The rum carries the name Albert Michler, one of the oldest distilleries and rum houses from the former Austro-Hungarian Empire, founded in 1863 in Buchsdorf, present-day Buková in the Czech Republic. Today's Albert Michler Distillery runs the business from Great Britain, but still carries the name forward in honour of the original house. Under the Ron Espero name, the distillery blends rum sourced from Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad & Tobago and the Dominican Republic, here spiced with natural banana flavouring for a sweet, tropical style.

The result is a soft, lightly sweet rum, where ripe banana meets caramel and a touch of vanilla in a rounded, easy-drinking profile.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe banana, caramel and a touch of vanilla.

Palate

Sweet and fruity with banana and light caramel.

Finish

Soft and short with a final hint of banana.

Specifications

Name: Ron Espero Caribbean Banana
Distillery: Albert Michler
Region/Country: Caribbean
Type: Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving Suggestion: Over ice or in cocktails

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Fruity · Soft · Tropical · Easy-drinking

Did You Know?

The Albert Michler name comes from a distillery founded in 1863 in what was then the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which served as a supplier to the imperial court long before the brand was revived under British ownership.

See our full range of A. Michler

Panamonte is the name, Cuban rum master Don Pancho is the brain behind it, and a single bourbon cask is the whole story in this 12-year-old Panamanian single estate rum.

Expert description

Panamonte 12 Year Bourbon Oak Cask is a Single Estate Rum from Panama, matured for 12 years exclusively in ex-bourbon oak casks, bottled at 40%.

The rum is produced from sugarcane grown and distilled at Las Cabras de Pesé in Panama, where the distillery is also located. The single estate designation means the entire process from cane field to bottle takes place at one unified location, giving a more consistent expression of terroir than blends from multiple sources. The exclusive bourbon cask maturation keeps the profile clean and focused on vanilla and oak spice rather than added finishing layers.

Tasting notes

Nose

Citrus peel, dried mango and a light tart fruitiness.

Palate

Brown sugar, cane stalk and white pepper, with a hint of sage and cedar.

Finish

Caramel and cardamom, with a lingering, spiced sweetness.

Distillery: Panamonte
Region/Country: Panama
Type: Single Estate Rum
Age: 12 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-bourbon oak casks
Serving suggestion: Neat in a snifter glass

Flavour profile

Fruity · Spiced · Caramel · Elegant

Did you know?

The single estate designation is relatively rare in the rum world compared to single malt whisky, precisely because most rum houses purchase distillate from multiple producers rather than growing the sugarcane themselves.

See our full range of rum from Panama

A solera blend balancing young and old rum in the same bottle - Reserva Especial is Patridom's take on approachable character without compromise.

Expert Description

Patridom Reserva Especial is a Spirit Drink - Dark Solera Rum from the Dominican Republic, 4-12 years old, aged on American and French oak casks, bottled at 40%.

The rum is made from aged tropical rum distillates aged 4 to 12 years, blended using the solera method to achieve a soft and rounded flavour profile. The result offers sweet notes of caramel, vanilla, dried fruit and light spice, together giving a harmonious and approachable rum experience. With its elegant balance, it works both for neat enjoyment and as a base in quality cocktails.

Patridom is made by Patrimonio Dominicano and is built on the tradition of tropical ageing, where the warm climate in the Dominican Republic markedly speeds up maturation.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Caramel, vanilla and dried fruit.

Palate

Soft and rounded with light spice.

Finish

Medium length and harmonious.

Specifications

Name: Patridom Reserva Especial
Bottler: Patrimonio Dominicano
Region/Country: Dominican Republic
Type: Spirit Drink - Dark Solera Rum
Age: 4-12 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American Oak & French Oak Barrels
Serving suggestion: Neat or in cocktails

Flavour Profile

Caramel · Vanilla · Soft · Spiced

Did You Know?

The solera method used for Reserva Especial blends rum of different ages in layers - a technique originally from sherry production in Spain, which Patridom has brought to the Dominican Republic.

See our full range of Patridom

See our full range of Rum

Most white rums go straight from the still to the bottle. Abuelo does it differently, letting its white expression rest in oak before the colour is filtered back out.

Expert description

Abuelo Añejo Blanco is a Rum from Panama, distilled on both pot still and column still and bottled at 40%.

The rum comes from the Varela Hermanos distillery, a family-run company that has distilled rum from molasses grown on its own sugarcane fields in Pesé since 1908. Unlike most white rums, Añejo Blanco actually spends time in oak casks before being filtered to remove the colour again. That gives it a body and roundness usually found only in darker rums, but without the colour, and with a clean, bright style built for cocktails.

Tasting notes

Nose

Fresh lime with a hint of sweetness.

Palate

Sweet at first, then citrus, with a full and almost oily texture on the palate.

Finish

A short burn, softened by vanilla and sugar.

Distillery: Varela Hermanos
Region/Country: Panama
Type: Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 100 CL
Distillation method: Pot still and column still
Serving suggestion: In a Daiquiri, Mojito or other classic cocktails

Flavour profile

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet · Full-bodied

Did you know?

Varela Hermanos controls around 90% of the domestic rum market in Panama and still farms its own sugarcane, a rarity among rum producers that typically buy in molasses from elsewhere.

See our full range of Ron Abuelo

There are light, bright rums, and there are rums built to fill a glass with darkness and caramel. Ron Cristobal Black Cask belongs to the latter category, a rum that isn't afraid to taste of its cask.

Expert Description

Ron Cristobal Black Cask Caribbean is a Dominican Rum aged in heavily charred oak casks and bottled at 40%.

The rum comes from the same distillery as the rest of the Ron Cristobal range, Alcoholes Finos Dominicanos in the Dominican Republic, where the house grows its own sugar cane to secure a pure, local raw material. Black Cask uses heavily charred casks, which pull darker, more caramelised notes forward than the house's lighter expressions such as Nina and Pinta.

The name Black Cask refers directly to the heavy charring of the oak, which gives the rum its deep colour and a robust, lightly smoky backbone beneath the otherwise sweet profile.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark caramel and burnt sugar meet vanilla and a hint of smoky oak.

Palate

Full-bodied with brown sugar, dark chocolate and a warm, lightly spiced finish from the charred casks.

Finish

Medium length and robust, where the caramel lingers alongside a final hint of smoke.

Specifications

Name: Ron Cristobal Black Cask Caribbean
Distillery: Ron Cristobal
Region/Country: Dominican Republic
Type: Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Heavily charred oak casks
Serving Suggestion: Over ice or in a dark rum cocktail such as a Dark and Stormy

Flavour Profile

Dark · Caramelised · Vanilla-sweet · Robust · Lightly smoky

Did You Know?

Alcoholes Finos Dominicanos grows all the sugar cane used for Ron Cristobal itself and powers part of the distillery on bagasse, the fibrous by-product left over from pressing the cane.

See our full range of Ron Cristobal

Christmas Rum of the Year 2021 70 cl 40%

Named after the distillery's founder Homère Clément, this Hors d'Age cuvée gathers the cellar master's favourites from the past fifteen years into the top marque of the house's Cellar Master's Selection series.

Expert Description

Clement Rhum Vieux Agricole Cuvee Homere is a Martinique Rhum Agricole with no age statement, a blend of rhum aged 7 to 15 years, bottled at 44%.

The rum is distilled from fresh sugar cane juice at the Fonds-Préville distillery on Martinique and carries the official AOC Martinique designation, guaranteeing every stage of production. After open-tank fermentation with French baker's yeast for 24 hours, the rum is distilled on a Creole copper column still, after which the cellar master selects his favourite distillates from the past fifteen years, aged in French Limousin oak barrels and re-charred bourbon barrels. The name honours Homère Clément, the distillery's founder.

The result is a velvety, complex rhum, where spiced oak meets dried tropical fruit and roasted nuts.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sugar cane, oily nuts, dried fruit like raisin, banana, plum and quince, creamy butter and clean spice.

Palate

Velvety waves of spiced oak and dried tropical fruit.

Finish

Roasted nuts and lingering spice.

Specifications

Name: Clement Cuvee Homere
Distillery: Rhum Clément
Region/Country: Martinique
Type: Martinique Rhum Agricole
ABV: 44%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: French Limousin oak and re-charred bourbon barrels
Distillation Method: Creole copper column still
EAN No.: 3107460000049

Flavour Profile

Complex · Spiced · Full-bodied · Nutty · Elegant

Investment Potential

Medium. As the house's top Hors d'Age marque, where the cellar master uses only his own favourite distillates, it enjoys a recognition among agricole collectors beyond the regular range.

Did You Know?

Clément was the first agricole rhum brand to achieve AOC Martinique status in 1996, a designation that imposes production requirements as strict as those known from French wine and cognac.

See our full range of Clement

7 extra years in the cask is enough to transform Hampden's raw power into something more complex, without losing the distillery's signature funk.

Expert description

Hampden Estate 15 Year is a Pure Single Jamaican Rum distilled on pot still and bottled at 50%.

The rum comes from Hampden Estate in Trelawny, Jamaica, whose roots go back to 1753 and which is known for its traditional high-ester production using wild fermentation and nothing but its own spring water added. This release is tropically matured for at least 15 years right at the distillery, with no added sugar or other additives, giving a more mature, deeper version of Hampden's signature profile compared to the house's younger releases.

Tasting notes

Nose

Intense with flambéed banana and caramelised mango, followed by petrol-like and milky notes, dried flowers and vegetal notes.

Palate

Full-bodied and powerful with a smoky, lightly salty edge, underpinned by tannins plus notes of pineapple, oak and a solvent-like sharpness.

Finish

Long and spiced with coconut, banana, pepper, ginger, mango and dried stone fruit that lingers.

Specifications

Distillery: Hampden Estate
Region/Country: Jamaica
Type: Rum
Age: 15 years
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Distillation method: Pot still
Natural colour: Yes
Serving suggestion: In a snifter glass at room temperature

Flavour profile

Funky · Intense · Smoky · Powerful · Complex

Investment potential

Medium. Older, high-ester releases from Hampden Estate have become increasingly sought after among rum collectors as the distillery's international recognition has grown.

Did you know?

Hampden Estate's rums are classified by ester level in marks such as "Hampden", "DOK", "LROK" and "C<>H", where the highest levels can exceed 1,500 grams of esters per hectolitre of pure alcohol, a level no other commercial rum producer in the world practises routinely.

See our full range of Hampden Estate