This illustrious 1999 vintage rum from Corman Collins, titled "Drink it Zipp it," owes its origins to the iconic Caroni distillery in Trinidad and Tobago, which has since closed its doors. Distilled in 1999, this exquisite rum spent its early years maturing on-site in bourbon casks until 2002, after which it continued to age for an additional 17 years under the temperate climate of the United Kingdom. Bottled in 2019, this 20-year-old rum comes with a potent ABV of 61%, encapsulating the cherished heavy and robust Caroni profile. As is typical of Caroni, the nose is a complex medley featuring notes of tar, rubber, and smoky wood, interlaced with hints of leather, chocolate, and red fruits. The palate mirrors the nose with an added richness of caramel, pineapple, and a touch of vanilla. The finish is long and enveloping, characterized by woody, smoky, and chocolaty nuances. This rum is a well-balanced tribute to Caroni's unique style, combining rough, industrial aromas with an unexpected mellowness. Although no bottles are available for purchase, this limited edition remains a gem for rum aficionados who appreciate the raw and distinct nature of Caroni rums.
This rum is special due to its complex and captivating blend of robust Caroni character with lavish notes of tar, rubber, and smoky wood, harmonizing seamlessly with fruity, leathery, and chocolatey elements.
This rum was aged for a total of 20 years: 3 years in Trinidad and Tobago and 17 years in the United Kingdom.
The nose features tar, rubber, leather, chocolate, and mineral notes, while the palate is characterized by spicy, leathery, woody, tarry, fruity, chocolatey, vanilla, smoky, and tobacco elements.
Tar, rubber, leather, chocolate, mineral.
Spicy, leathery, woody, tarry, fruity, chocolatey, vanilla, smoky, tobacco.
Woody, smoky, chocolaty, fruity, burnt, oaky.
The "Drink it Zipp it" rum offers a complex and captivating blend of robust Caroni character with lavish notes of tar, rubber, and smoky wood, harmonizing seamlessly with fruity, leathery, and chocolatey elements.
The Corman Collins 1999 "Drink it Zipp it" is a remarkable example of the unique Caroni profile. Its multifaceted aroma of tar, rubber, and smoky wood, coupled with a balanced palate of fruity and leathery notes, provides an exceptional tasting experience. This rum is a testament to the now-closed Caroni distillery's ability to produce heavy and robust rums that remain memorable and cherished by connoisseurs around the world.
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