The Velier Caroni 1996 High Proof Heavy Trinidad 31st Release 17-year-old rum is a highly sought-after bottling from the now-closed Caroni distillery in Trinidad and Tobago. Distilled in 1996 and aged for 17 years in tropical conditions, it was bottled by Velier in 2013 at a robust 55% ABV. This release is part of Velier's legendary 1996 batch, known for their heavy and 'dirty' character, and is elegantly represented in this bottling. The angel's share during maturation was over 80%, resulting in a limited production of just 3910 bottles. This rum presents a tawny color with moderate viscosity and offers a nose that is both sweet and complex. Initial aromas reveal notes of tar, oak, leather, and menthol, gradually giving way to red and citrus fruits. On the palate, it exhibits a rich balance of sweeter and chocolatier notes, intertwined with typical Caroni flavors of licorice and oily textures. The finish is moderately long, characterized by flavors of oak, tar, and chocolate, but falls slightly short of some expectations. Despite this, its well-rounded and oily nature makes it a remarkably balanced and enjoyable sipping experience.
This release is known for its heavy and 'dirty' character, a signature of the closed Caroni distillery. Distilled in 1996 and aged for 17 years in tropical conditions, it offers a complex and layered flavor profile.
Only 3910 bottles of this limited edition rum were produced.
The Velier Caroni 1996 High Proof Heavy Trinidad 31st Release has an ABV of 55%.
Tar, leather, oily, vanilla, oak, charred
Licorice, chocolate, tar, oily, vanilla, iodine, bitter orange, burnt, dirty, black tea
Tar, chocolate, woody, bitter orange, metallic, barrel, dirty, smoky, black tea, dry
This rum is characterized by its intense, smoky, and oily notes, alongside sweet and spicy undertones, resulting in a complex and layered flavor profile.
The Velier Caroni 1996 High Proof Heavy Trinidad 31st Release 17-year-old rum is a masterpiece of the Caroni distillery's legacy. Its robust, oily texture and intricate flavors of tar, chocolate, and oak make it a unique and memorable sipping experience. While its finish might not be as bold as some might hope, it remains a well-balanced and delightfully complex rum that showcases the distinct characteristics of Caroni's 'dirty' style.
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