The XM Royal Finest Caribbean 10yo is a highly esteemed and award-winning rum that offers a remarkable blend of flavors at a moderate price. This Demerara rum, bottled by Banks DIH, is a product of the D'Aguiar family's age-old tradition and expertise. It exemplifies the distillery's mastery, having matured for 9 years in American oak barrels before spending an additional six months in sherry casks. This intricate aging process imparts a delightful complexity to the rum.
The XM Royal Gold boasts a delightful aroma of tropical fruit, banana, dried fruit, vanilla, and caramel, enticing the senses and building anticipation for the first sip. The palate is greeted with a smooth, creamy texture, followed by a rich heart revealing notes of wood, black tea, yeast, and tobacco. On the finish, you'll discover flavors of molasses and liquorice, leaving a pleasant, long-lasting aftertaste with a hint of spice and sea.
This rum is a harmonious blend of traditional English styles, making it an excellent choice for those transitioning from Latin rums. With its complex character and smooth finish, the XM Royal Finest Caribbean 10yo is a true testament to the craftsmanship and heritage of Demerara rums. It represents a delicate balance of flavors, all coming together to create a rum that is both pleasant and agreeable, ideal for amateurs and connoisseurs alike.
This rum is produced, aged, blended, and bottled by Banks DIH in Guyana. Though Banks DIH does not own any cane fields or stills, they source their bulk rum from Trinidad and Barbados.
The rum is first aged in ex-bourbon barrels for 9 years and then finished for six months in former Sherry casks, adding an extra layer of complexity to its flavor profile.
The primary flavors include vanilla, tropical fruit, molasses, and a hint of spice, with a smooth and creamy texture.
While some reviewers find the finish of the XM Royal Finest Caribbean 10yo to be weak and short, others appreciate its pleasant and agreeable nature. The rum is noted for its smooth caramel and vanilla flavors. It has been described as a mix between an English and Spanish rum style, which some find unique and enjoyable, though not overly complex or sophisticated. Overall, it's considered an ideal rum for amateurs due to its delicate flavors and pleasant profile.
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