The Velier Caroni 1996 Employees Edition 5th Release, also known as "Roopnarine Roop Toolsie," is a highly sought-after rum from Trinidad and Tobago. This molasses-based rum was distilled in 1996 using a unique cast iron column and matured for 23 years in the tropical climate of its origin. This maturation process has imparted a rich and complex character to the rum. In 2019, Luca Gargano, a renowned rum aficionado, assembled a group of 26 enthusiasts to select the remaining casks from the legendary Caroni distillery, which ceased operations in 2003. This particular release is part of the Employees Edition series, honoring the distillery workers. Roopnarine "Roop" Toolsie, who served at Caroni for six years, is featured on the label.
The rum was allowed to rest in stainless steel tanks for an additional two years after the initial 23-year maturation, resulting in a limited release of just 741 bottles in 2021. This "Heavy Rum" carries the HTR mark and boasts an impressive ABV of 66.1%, making it a potent and memorable offering for any connoisseur. Its complex aroma is a well-balanced blend of caramel, rubber, tar, toasted wood, and leather, with more subtle hints of chocolate and nuts. On the palate, one encounters an intense and multilayered combination of flavors including tar, caramel, leather, wood, and chocolate. The integration of alcohol is masterfully done, ensuring a harmonious experience that highlights the signature characteristics of Caroni rums.
With its unique profile and limited availability, the Velier Caroni 1996 Employees Edition 5th Release Roopnarine Roop Toolsie stands as a remarkable tribute to the craftsmanship and legacy of the Caroni distillery.
This rum was distilled in 1996.
The rum was bottled in 2021.
Only 741 bottles were produced.
The ABV of this rum is 66.1%.
This rum originates from Trinidad and Tobago.
The label features Roopnarine "Roop" Toolsie, a former employee of the Caroni distillery.
This series is a tribute to the employees of the Caroni distillery, highlighting their contributions and featuring their names on the labels.
Overall: This rum offers a sophisticated and complex drinking experience, characterized by its full body, intense flavor profile, and an elegant balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes.
Reviewers have praised the Velier Caroni 1996 Employees Edition 5th Release for its complex and intense flavor profile. The aroma presents roasted wood, tar, and rubber, complemented by notes of caramel, vanilla, and chocolate. On the palate, it delivers a rich and bitter taste with flavors of roasted wood, tar, rubber, fruit, caramel, and burnt sugar. The finish is long and slightly bitter, with roasted wood and a distinctive medicinal note. Overall, it is considered a superb rum with a perfect integration of alcohol, although some find it to be on the 'dirty' side. Despite slight variations in opinion, it is highly regarded among Caroni collectors and enthusiasts.
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