The Rum Artesanal 1998 Caroni Trinidad 20-year-old 64.3% 500ml is a highly sought-after limited release from the esteemed Caroni distillery in Trinidad and Tobago. Distilled in 1998 using molasses and a column still, this rum has aged gracefully for two decades before being bottled in 2018 at an impressive ABV of 64.3%. With only 376 bottles available, it’s a rare gem for rum aficionados. This expression boasts a remarkable complexity that is characteristic of Caroni rums, renowned for their heavy and robust profile. On the nose, it presents an inviting blend of leather, vanilla, and oak, complemented by hints of dried fruit, tobacco, and rubber. The palate is equally mesmerizing, offering flavors of dark chocolate, honey, roasted spices, and a touch of tar. The finish is long and satisfying, marked by notes of dark berries, black pepper, smoky oak, and lingering rubber and leather. Despite the high alcohol content, the rum is well-balanced and surprisingly smooth, impressing with its multifaceted character and depth. This bottle is an intriguing choice for Caroni enthusiasts and those who appreciate beautifully aged and masterfully crafted rums.
This rum was produced using a column still.
Only 376 bottles of this limited release were made available.
The ABV of this rum is 64.3%.
This rum features aromas of leather, vanilla, oak, dried fruit, tobacco, and rubber, with flavors of chocolate, honey, roasted spices, and tar.
As a reviewer with a passion for elegantly aged rums, the Rum Artesanal 1998 Caroni Trinidad 20yo 64.3% 500ml left a profound impression on me. Its harmonious balance of aromatic leather and oak, coupled with the palate's bold notes of chocolate and honey, make it a distinguished choice for any rum lover. The finish is notably long and satisfying, echoing the rich and complex character that defines Caroni rums. For those willing to explore the depth and intricacies of this exceptional spirit, it is undoubtedly a bottle worth seeking.
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