The Thompson & Brothers 2008 TDL Trinidad 13yo is a distinguished and limited release rum, with only 302 bottles available. Distilled in 2008 at the Trinidad Distillers Ltd (TDL) distillery on the vibrant island of Trinidad, this rum is crafted from molasses. It underwent an initial 11 years of aging in the tropical climate at the distillery, followed by an additional two years of maturation in a refill barrel in the UK. Bottled by Thompson Bros at an impressive cask strength of 60.5% ABV, this 13-year-old rum delivers a remarkable experience.
The aroma of this rum is enticing, with notes of sweet brown sugar, dried fruits, cherry, baked apple, and a hint of tropical fruit, complemented by a distinctive medicinal quality. On the palate, the rum offers rich flavors of tropical fruit, brown sugar, licorice, and a smoky, meaty bacon element, balanced by a spicy finish. The lasting warmth left behind by this rum makes it a well-crafted and captivating spirit.
In essence, the Thompson & Brothers 2008 TDL Trinidad 13yo is a masterfully crafted rum with a complex and alluring aroma and flavor profile. Distilled from molasses in 2008, matured for 13 years, and bottled at a robust 60.5% ABV, this rum presents a unique and intricate tasting experience that is highly recommended for rum enthusiasts.
The rum is aged for 13 years.
There are only 302 bottles available in this limited release.
The rum is bottled at an impressive 60.5% ABV.
This rum was distilled at the Trinidad Distillers Ltd (TDL) distillery in Trinidad and Tobago.
The rum was bottled by Thompson Bros.
The rum was aged for 11 years in a tropical climate at the distillery, followed by an additional two years in a refill barrel in the UK.
Reviewers have praised this rum as a significant improvement over previous releases, highlighting its generous and inviting nose filled with sweet brown sugar and dried fruits. On the palate, it delivers confidence with flavors of maggi, cinnamon apple, smokiness, and a meaty bacon element. The spicy yet well-balanced finish, with lingering warmth, leaves a lasting impression, making it a solid and impressive TDL rum that benefits from tropical aging. Overall, it is a must-try for those lucky enough to find a bottle.
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