The Duchess 1998 Caroni Trinidad 20yo 64.6% 700ml is a magnificent rum from the illustrious Caroni distillery in Trinidad and Tobago. This rare release has been aged for 20 years, bottled in 2018, and boasts an impressive 64.6% ABV. With only 288 bottles available, this edition stands as a testament to the rich heritage and craftsmanship of Caroni rums. The color is a rich golden brown, and the nose exudes characteristic Caroni aromas of smoky notes, ripe bananas, burnt caramel, wood, tobacco, and tropical fruits. Despite its high alcohol content, the aroma seamlessly integrates these complex scents.
On the palate, The Duchess 1998 Caroni offers a smooth and well-integrated experience reminiscent of Caroni rums from Bristol. Flavors of garage oil, hydrocarbons, caramel, and tropical fruits combine for a delicious and satisfying taste. Even with its high alcohol volume, the rum is surprisingly soft and approachable, warming yet crisp with underlying sweetness. Priced at 195€, this Caroni expression is highly praised for its quality and complexity. Rum enthusiasts recognize it as a premium and unique offering, making it a highly recommended purchase.
The ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of The Duchess 1998 Caroni Trinidad 20yo is 64.6%.
Only 288 bottles of The Duchess 1998 Caroni Trinidad 20yo were produced.
The release price of The Duchess 1998 Caroni Trinidad 20yo was 195€.
Medicinal, fresh, oak, vanilla, molasses, smoky, ripe bananas, burnt caramel, wood, tobacco, tropical fruits.
Spicy, peppery, earthy, cocoa, dried fruit, woody, garage oil, hydrocarbons, caramel, tropical fruits.
Raisin, dry, rubbery, warm, sweet, woody.
The Duchess 1998 Caroni Trinidad 20yo offers a complex and nuanced profile, characterized by prominent notes of spice, earth, and dried fruit, alongside underlying hints of oak, vanilla, and molasses. The high alcohol content is seamlessly integrated, making it smooth and approachable despite its strength. The finish is warm and sweet with woody undertones, leaving a lasting impression.
The Duchess 1998 Caroni Trinidad 20yo is a remarkable rum that truly stands out in the Caroni lineup. Its complex aroma and well-balanced palate make it an exquisite choice for any rum connoisseur. Despite its potent 64.6% ABV, the rum is surprisingly smooth and enjoyable, revealing layers of flavor with every sip. This limited release is undoubtedly a treasure worth adding to any collection.
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