The Colours of Rum 1997 Caroni Trinidad edition No.2 25yo 64.5% 700ml is a rare and highly sought-after rum originating from the renowned Caroni distillery in Trinidad and Tobago. Known for its distinctive heavy rums, the Caroni distillery was famed for flavors reminiscent of diesel, oil, rubber, and tobacco. Although the distillery closed its doors in 2003, its aged rums continue to be released, captivating rum enthusiasts globally. This particular edition, bottled in 2022, spent 4 years aging in Trinidad before being transferred to Europe for the remaining 21 years in an ex-rum barrel. With only 132 bottles available, it is a unique and limited offering.
On the nose, the rum presents intense and bold aromas of leather, walnuts, burnt licorice, and tart gooseberry, revealing a distinctive dry and slightly saline quality. While some may find the aroma not as complex as expected, the palate rewards with a creamy texture, showcasing funky, creamy, and smoky flavors with a touch of leathery and banana notes, alongside hints of wood, vanilla, and astringency. Despite not fully fitting the typical Caroni profile, it remains an enjoyable and unique sensory experience.
The finish is long and lingering, characterized by smoky, spicy, and leathery notes, complemented by hints of burnt caramel, licorice, tar, and rubber. This multifaceted rum offers a powerful and unique tasting journey that has become increasingly rare and valuable among collectors and aficionados.
This rum is unique due to its origin from the legendary Caroni distillery, known for its heavy and distinctive rums. It is also special because of its limited release, with only 132 bottles available globally.
The Colours of Rum 1997 Caroni Trinidad edition No.2 25yo was aged for a total of 25 years, with 4 years spent in Trinidad and the remaining 21 years in an ex-rum barrel in Europe.
This rum offers a complex palette with flavors of leather, banana, smoke, wood, vanilla, licorice, and tar, with minimal sweetness and a dry, tart profile.
The Colours of Rum 1997 Caroni Trinidad edition No.2 25yo is an intriguing and complex rum that embodies the distinctive characteristics of the Caroni distillery. While the high ABV and dominant alcohol presence may be a challenge initially, with time and patience, the nuanced flavors of leather, smoke, and banana emerge, rewarding the discerning palate. Despite not fully meeting the typical Caroni flavor expectations, this limited edition remains a rare and valuable addition to any rum collection, offering a truly unique tasting experience.
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