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Bristol Trinidad and Tobago Rum 2006/2019 Cask 472/2 Limited Edition 0.7L 61.5% Trinidad and Tobago Single Cask Bottling The rum with the year data 2006/2019 from cask No. 472/2 is released as a second edition and also as a limited edition by the independent bottler Bristol. They have made it their mission not to let rare rums, of which only rarely bottlings are available worldwide, fall into oblivion, because where decades ago there were once an incredible number of distilleries, be it rum or whisky, for example, the number of successful, active distilleries has unfortunately declined significantly. One of the few still active is the company 'Trinidad Distillers', they are also responsible for the Trinidad & Tobago bottling from 2006. The rum was distilled from fine molasses and then allowed to mature for 13 years in a barrel made of American white oak. After the maturation phase was completed, it was bottled at cask strength and without the addition of coloring.

Tiki Lovers White Rum Special Edition 0.7L 50% This TIKI LOVERS White Rum is a refined special edition from THE BITTER TRUTH cocktail specialists, redesigned by Michael Uhlenkott from Los Angeles, and specially developed for the permanent exhibition "Tikimania" at the Museum Fünf Kontinente in Munich. The backbone of Tiki Lovers White Rum comes from a delicious 3 to 5 year old rum from Jamaica, matured in oak barrels, world-famous for its distinctive, delicious taste and high quality. A rum from Trinidad, up to 5 years old and stored in charred old ex-bourbon barrels, has been added to this excellent rum blend. The whole thing is then subjected to charcoal filtration, which preserves the full, expressive taste of the rum while at the same time creating its clear, light color. Finally, a crisp, fresh, crystal-clear rum from Trinidad distilled in a column still is added. The result is a first-class, strong, white Caribbean rum blend, with complex, fresh, fruity and floral notes, bottled at a lavish 50% alc./vol. Perfect for the Tiki culture with its complex and interesting Tiki and tropical cocktail creations.

Transcontinental Rum Line Barbados Rum 2012/2017 0.7L 46% Transcontinental Line The Barbados Rum 2012/2017 is another product from the Transcontinental Line of the Maison du Whisky from France. This time you get to taste the influence of the climate zones of the Caribbean and Europe on the rum. Despite its French roots and the background of the 'Agricole Island' of Barbados, this rum was distilled from molasses instead of fresh sugar cane juice. The color is only due to the maturation in the barrel; the addition of caramel has been completely omitted. The rum spends this maturation phase in both the tropical climate of the Caribbean and the temperate climate in France and is a single barrel bottling, thus limited to 4,000 bottles. After many rums in the product line were released as cask strength, the Barbados 2012/2017 is a bottling at drinking strength and thus has an alcohol content of 46% vol. Tasting The taste of the 5-year-old rum is very lively, you can detect notes of spices and dried fruit, but also strong wood notes and Caribbean fruit notes such as pineapple or coconut.

Transcontinental Rum Line Jamaica Rum WP 2013 0.7L 57% La Maison du Whisky The team behind La Maison du Whisky has always been driven by the goal of being able to sell exclusive, high-quality and rare spirits. Last but not least, it is thanks to their close contacts that this dream has come true. In close cooperation with independent bottlers and producers, as well as their sixty years of experience, they have the Maison's limited edition spirits to thank for being more than valued by collectors and connoisseurs today. In 2016, the company expanded its range to include another series. The Transcontinental Rum Line was introduced. It is intended to represent the journeys of the rum barrels between the New Worlds and Europe, as well as the various reasons why rum has always been produced and shipped. The Jamaica Rum 2013 edition of the Transcontinental Line is already the second Jamaica Rum in the series. The 2013 comes from the Worthy Park Distillery and was first matured in a tropical climate until November 2017 and then finished in continental climatic conditions. The aroma alone shows a rum that has many surprises in store. It is very smooth and has notes of agave and brioche, as well as chocolate notes and a pleasant spiciness. The elegant aroma continues on the palate, with floral notes and spicy aromas.

Transcontinental Rum Line Guadeloupe Rum 2013 0.7L 43% High-quality rum The new Transcontinental Line is already the 10th edition. The latest bottling was made on the French archipelago from molasses rum. On the rum island of Guadeloupe, the traditional agricultural production of rum is still carried out today. Agricultural rum dominates the rum market here, but as it is a seasonal product, an alternative had to be considered. The distilleries have therefore concentrated on molasses-based rum. You often don't even get to see a pure molasses rum, as this is often used for blends. It is all the nicer to get a product from a range of high-quality rums here. The Guadeloup Rum 2013 matured for almost 3 years in Guadeloupe and another year in continental maturation in Europe. Before bottling, it was diluted to 43% vol drinking strength. On the nose, you can detect an aroma of Gewürztraminer, followed by oriental notes such as rose petals and fruity aromas of apricots and quinces. Notes of sugar cane can also be detected. These oriental influences continue in the taste: raisins and apricots. The finish is surprisingly long, with a pleasant sweetness.

Ron Malteco 20 years 0.7L 40% incl. 2 glasses Special rum from Panama Malteco 20 years matured Its dark amber color gives you hope for a rum that tastes like dried fruit and spicy oak aromas. As soon as you open the bottle and first notice the aromas, you are greeted with the expected notes. Dried plum, dark chocolate, vanilla and oak are the first aromas you can detect on the nose. With its 40% vol., it is one of the lighter rums, which is also reflected on the palate. It skilfully pampers the senses with its balanced aromas, is very soft on the palate without being too alcoholic. With its exceptional character, Malteco rums are particularly suitable as a gift for rum beginners and what would a rum be for a newbie without the right glasses to go with it? In addition to a 0.7l bottle of Malteco Rum 20 YO, this set also includes 2 great and very unusual glasses.

Espero Extra Anejo XO 0.7L 40% Espero Extra Anejo The blend is a combination of 12 to 18 year old molasses rum from the Dominican Republic with 6 to 12 year old solera rum. The latter comes from various Caribbean islands such as Jamaica, Barbados or Trinidad. After the marriage of these already fantastic rums, the rum is stored for an impressive 18 years during which time it develops into an aromatic, slightly smoky rum with tropical fruit notes. The name alone indicates that this product is very exclusive. The term 'Espero' comes from Spanish and means something like 'hope'; the hope for a particularly fine drop is fully fulfilled here in any case. The abbreviation XO, which is already known from other spirits such as cognac, also stands for the particularly long maturation, i.e. 'Extra Old'. Variety of flavors As soon as you open the bottle you are convinced that you are holding a special curd in your hands. Delicate, but also smoky with recognizable fruit notes and spices. The entire flavor profile then becomes clear on the palate. It is creamy and soft on the palate. Honey aromas and the Caribbean influence of tropical fruits are recognizable first. This is followed by notes reminiscent of leather, which, accompanied by citrus and coconut notes, create a great picture. The long-lasting finish has slightly peppery spice notes that leave a warming feeling.

Austrian Empire Navy Rum Reserve Double Cask Oloroso 0.7L 49.5% Austrian Empire Navy Rum This brand's rum series consists of various blends from specially selected barrels from the Dominican Republic. The contents of rums that have been aged for different lengths of time are married using the Solera process and then stored in oak barrels for at least 21 years for the first maturation phase. They are then all finished in different barrel types such as ex-sherry or single malt whisky barrels. Empire Navy Rum Reserve Double Cask Oloroso After distillation and initial storage in the Caribbean, the Double Cask Oloroso Rum is shipped to Great Britain and, as the name suggests, receives a 16-month finish in Oloroso sherry barrels made from Limousin oak, which gives it its sweet sherry aroma. The aroma ranges between sweet fruits and a light oak aroma. On the palate it is very complex and full-bodied. Notes of dried fruits, oak and dark chocolate emerge. The fruity sweetness is still clearly recognizable in the long-lasting finish.

Austrian Empire Navy Rum Reserve Double Cask Cognac 0.7L 46.5% A Navy Rum from Austria A navy from Austria? There actually was one in the 18th century for the occupations of the Mediterranean in Italy and the Balkan states. The company responsible for the rum, the Alber Michler Liqueur and Rum Factory, was founded in 1850 in Buchsdorf, which was then in Silesia and Austria. When it was founded, it mainly imported original Jamaica rum and later became a purveyor to the Austrian royal family. Rum is still imported from the Caribbean today, although the company is now based in Bristol, England. Interesting facts about the Empire Navy Rum Reserve Double Cask Cognac This fresh, elegant Barbados Blended Rum is a finely balanced blend made up of rums of different ages that have been stored in American and French oak barrels. The oldest representative in this blend is up to 23 years old. The long storage and the mix of different products resulted in an intense and quite complex aroma and its fine mahogany tone was also influenced by the barrel aging. On the palate it is very light with a pleasant subtle sweetness.

Austrian Empire Navy Rum Anniversary 0.7L 40% Where does Austrian Rum actually come from? Caribbean, Austria or perhaps England? If you look into the history behind Austrian Rum, you'll find that all three are correct. It doesn't originally come from Europe, but was delivered to Austria by the Albert Michler Distillery in Barbados, Caribbean, to supply the Austrian royal family in the 19th century. It was only many years later that the company was reopened by successors in Bristol, Great Britain. Many special editions from various rum producers or bottlers have been produced specifically for a special occasion, be it a brand anniversary, a political or seasonal event, or national celebrations. This also applies to Austrian's Empire Navy Rum Anniversary. It was specially produced for the 100th anniversary of the separation of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Aromatically, this blend has a lot to offer. By combining barrel contents of different ages, a good balance has been created. The nose reveals an extremely round aroma with seductive notes of vanilla and fresh fruit as well as a hint of Caribbean influence, coconut. In the taste, the fruity notes are then clearly recognizable as tropical fruits with a very pleasant sweetness. A hint of dark chocolate coating also resonates in the background. The pleasantly subtle sweetness is also present in the finish, leaving a warm, long finish together with spicy wood notes.

Trois Rivieres Cuvee de L'Ocean 0.7L 42% The sugar cane used for this is also grown on the island, in the very south. This gives it a slightly maritime toughness. With a history spanning over 350 years, Toirs Rivieres is one of the leaders when it comes to rum. They specialize in making rum from sugar cane juice, i.e. Rhum Agricole. Tasting By using sugar cane that grows by the sea, the de L'ocean has a very maritime bouquet. These are clearly evident on the nose in very salty, mineral notes, which are complemented on the palate by sweet notes of sugar cane. The aftertaste is rather unusual for a white rum. Here it is once again very complex, with long-lasting salty, iodine-containing notes.

Savanna Rhum Vieux Traditionnel Single Cask 18YO 1999/2018 0.5L 46% Cognac Wood Savanna Distillery La Réunion The distillery on the island of Réunion in the Indian Ocean has existed since 1870. In the years that followed, various owners ran the sugar factory and the associated distillery until the post-war period. There was one man in the history of the distillery who is probably most associated with the name Savanna: Émile Hugot (1904- 1993). After training as a chemist on the French mainland, he returned to the sugar factory and took care of the factory's energy supply. In 1932, however, he became managing director of the Adam de Villiers Sugar Company in La Mare in the west. After the Second World War, however, as everywhere else, the economic situation was initially very bad and he considered how he could counteract this. He took several of the local factories over to the Bourbon Sugar Company. These included La Mare, Savanna and Grand-Bois, as well as the properties of La Convenance and l'Eperon. Savanna, however, remained an independent distillery under this merger. In 1992, the distillery was relocated to another location on the island, further northeast to Bois-Rouge, near the sugar factory. Traditionnel Single Cask 18 Years This single cask bottling is made from Rhum 'Traditionnel'. Rhum Traditionnel is also often used in French to describe Rhum Industriel and, unlike Rum Agricole, which is made from sugar cane juice, is distilled from molasses. It matured for an impressive 18 years in a former cognac barrel and is also very limited to only around 800 bottles. Due to the storage in the cognac barrel, the Savanna Traditionnel Single Cask 1999/2018 has a distinctive copper tone. The storage in the ex-cognac barrel is also noticeable in the aroma. A very multifaceted rum, on the palate it is very soft with spicy, woody notes and a pleasant sweetness that emanates from almonds, ripe bananas and other fruits. A hint of vanilla rounds off the taste.

Botran Rum Anejo 8 years 0.05L 40% miniature Industrias Licoreras de Guatemala This is an amalgamation of various distilleries, bottlers and other companies, to which Botran Rum also belongs. A well-known name to connoisseurs might be Zacapa Rum, which also comes from this amalgamation. Rum made from honey Most rum varieties are made from molasses, a by-product of sugar cane cultivation. Then there is the route via sugar cane juice. At Botran they have opted for a 'middle path', so to speak. Here they make rum from what is known as sugar cane honey or syrup. To make the syrup, sugar cane juice is heated very gently and the liquid is extracted, resulting in a concentrated, sweet syrup. Fermentation and distillation then take place as usual. Another highlight is the storage of the premium rum. This takes place in the highlands, 2,300 meters above sea level, using the Solera method in white oak barrels. Anejo 8 years There is also a miniature version of the Anejo 8 years of 0.05l. And it's not just its great light amber color that makes it stand out. Due to the low level of evaporation, which is what storage in the highlands aims to achieve, the 8-year-old rum produces a particularly fine aroma. On the nose, there is a pleasant aroma of fresh sugar cane and well-balanced spice notes. Vanilla and honey, as well as smoky notes are also recognizable. On the palate, the particularly soft rum shows itself in all its glory. A pleasant sweetness, beautiful spice notes and fine vanilla notes round off the taste.

Botran Rum 5 years 0.05 L 40% miniature Premium product from Guatemala The country, which lies between North and South America, offers the best conditions for growing sugar cane. A diverse ecosystem, volcanically enriched soil and the perfect climate for cultivation are the optimal basis for premium rum from Guatemala. The maturation process is also special here. Unlike most other rums, Botran rum is not stored in ordinary cellars, but is brought to rock caves in the highlands. Located at high altitudes, the altitude and the cooler temperatures prevent the rum from evaporating, allowing it to adapt its taste profile to suit its individual needs. Botran rum has been produced according to this uncompromising tradition for over six decades. Over time, a true art of rum production has been acquired and passed on from generation to generation. Botran 5 years The young Botran rum matured for around five to six years in the Solera process typical for Botran. For its young age, it is considered one of the best in this age category. With 40% vol., the rum has a pleasant drinking strength so that it doesn't seem too strong. Convince yourself of the premium rum from Guatemala and try the rum in the perfect sample size of 0.05L.

Botran Rum Blanca 3 years 0.05L 40% miniature Protected designation of origin Botran is so proud of its products that the brand even has a protected designation of origin. This means that a product is named after the region or geographical area in which it was produced. This is done to protect a special characteristic, ingredient, production process, etc. that is typical of the region. In the case of Botran aged rum, this is due to special human and natural factors that play a role, but above all to the special volcanic soil conditions, the traditional production process and the climatic conditions. Many people may be familiar with Ron Zacapa rum as a product from Guatemala, but there are many other products from this area. Another distiller is Botran, who definitely deserves a lot of attention. Anyone who wants to try out this premium rum has the opportunity to taste the 3-year-old rum made from freshly pressed sugar cane juice from the distillery here in miniature. You will receive a small 50ml bottle of Botran Blanca 3 years. What can you look forward to at the tasting? Don't be misled into thinking that you're not getting a particularly clear rum here, but rather a slightly yellowish rum, despite the name 'Blanca'. For a completely clear white rum, it is normally subjected to a special filtering process after distillation. In addition to the colorings still contained, many flavors are also filtered out, so Botran forgoes this process and puts quality before quantity. In terms of taste, the white rum flatters every palate with its creamy, soft texture. It shows a balanced balance between sweet and dry. Great notes of vanilla and dried fruit are evident. The finish also reveals spicy wood notes and a pleasant peppery note.

Tripulante Caribbean Elixir 0.7L 34% Caribbean liqueur based on rum Still a bit of an insider tip on the German market, we believe that it has good potential to establish itself here and to place its name well. Unfortunately, not much background information can be found out about this newcomer. What is clear, however, is that the Tripulante Caribbean Elixir is a dark rum blend from various Caribbean islands. We know nothing about maturation and storage, as many rums from the Caribbean usually come onto the market with an addition such as XO or Anejo, which stands for special (long) maturation. The Tripulante does not have such an addition directly, but the addition 'Elixir' can be found here. So you might think that this name also means particularly long storage in the sense of syrupy. In the case of rum, however, this addition refers to a rum-based distillate, which is usually flavored, and is therefore more aimed at the meaning of an extract of medicinal plants and various additives dissolved in alcohol. On the nose and palate, the focus is primarily on the sweet notes. In the mouth, however, the Tripulante unfolds other fruity components such as dried fruit and fresh figs. There is also a fine aroma of wood and smoke. The aftertaste is a great, soft rum liqueur that is also ideal for drinking neat or on ice.

Dos Maderas Rum Set Seleccion with 2 glasses 0.7L 42% With the Dos Maderas Seleccion Rum we have once again a very special gem from Bodegas William & Humbert. The Dos Maderas Rum Seleccion is a blend of the Dos Maderas collection. The basis is the Dos Maderas 5+5 PX. Certain barrels are selected from this rum. These are then married with various other blends of the original 10 year old rum from Barbados and Guyana. In the Solera process, the rum is allowed to mature for up to ten years in ex-bourbon barrels made of American white oak. The taste This rum combines excellent and noble aromas of an old classic rum with clear notes of sherry oak. A pleasant sweetness from the base rum, the Dos Maderas 5+5 PX, can be tasted well. These aromas are complemented by smoky top notes from storage in bourbon barrels. A sweet and well-balanced finish that stays in the memory for a long time. The Dos Maderas Seleccion Bodegas William & Humbert impresses with a reddish, brown, almost mahogany-colored appearance. With an alcohol content of 42% vol., this blend of 10-year-old rums is a little milder and less sweet. It is ideal for pure enjoyment.

Spicy Gold of the Caribbean 0.7L 40% Spicy Gold of the Caribbean is a rum-based spirit that matured in Panama and was flavored with spices and fruit essences. Fine spice notes such as cardamom, cloves, dill, anise and caraway give it a pleasant scent and taste. Spicy Gold of the Caribbean is mild and soft in the mouth with a pleasantly subtle sweetness.

Plantation Xaymaca Special Dry Jamaica Rum 0.7L 43% Maison Ferrand France Maison Ferrand is now one of the world's leading manufacturers of the finest volumes. The company was founded in 1989 by Alexandre Gabriel. He wanted to keep forgotten and old artisanal methods alive, but at the same time promote new innovations. The first fine brandy was Ferrand Cognac, 100% regional and with a long history. This was followed by Citadelle Gin and in 1999 Plantation Rums. The latter was intended to represent his passion for old techniques of rum production. He introduced the double maturation process, which is still used in every Plantation Rum today and which distinguishes this rum. This means that first the normal maturation takes place in ex-bourbon barrels. After this maturation phase, the barrels are taken to Château de Bonbonnet in France, where they are transferred to smaller barrels made from French oak by Ferrand and undergo a second maturation phase. In 2017, the West Indies Rum Distillery was bought by the French company. The company also has a one-third share in the Long Pond Distillery and the Clarendon Distillery. Plantation Rum remains at the top when it comes to excellent rum, as Planation Rum was one of the first and most famous bottlers, which is evidence of a great deal of knowledge and craftsmanship. Latest bottling The Plantation Xaymaca Special Dry Jamaica Rum has been on the market since 2018. It is a blended rum made from rum varieties from the Long Pond Distillery and the Clarendon Distillery. It was then further refined by extended maturation in selected cognac barrels. In terms of taste, it keeps its promise. Plantation Xaymaca Special Dry Rum is a dry rum, which means that no additional sugar has been added. It impresses with its fruity, spicy aromas. As the tasting progresses, other great aromas such as vanilla, ripe bananas and roasted pineapple emerge. There is also a hint of bitter orange. As the tasting progresses, other subtle aromas emerge. These include coconut, allspice, nuts and fruity notes of pears. In conclusion, it can be said that the Xaymaca rum is a very complex bottling, but never seems overloaded. It is a great rum that is very suitable for beginners, especially in terms of value for money.

Cockspur Balla Black 0.7L 40% Cockspur Cockspur has existed since 1884, when the Danish sailor Valdemar Hanschell settled in Barbados to set up a ship's chandlery. This was to supply ships with food and other important goods, including rum, of course. The chandlery quickly became well-known, and so did Cockspur rum. He himself had nothing to do with the production of the rum; this was the responsibility of the Stade Brothers at The West Indies Rum Distillery. At that time, rum was not yet known in the quality it is today, and so the Stade Brothers shared Hanschell's vision of a high-quality rum. They mastered the complex information of the fermentation processes in order to optimize the production process and introduced the first 'continuous column still' in Barbados. This step still enabled the company to produce a tasty, expressive but at the same time 'clean' rum, for which Cockspur is still known today. To produce it using this traditional method, naturally coral-filtered water and a select selection of oak barrels are used for storage. A few years ago, the rum brand was then bought by Woodland Radicle. Taste of the fascinating Cockspur Balla Black You can smell spice aromas on the nose. These are cardamom, cassia cinnamon and nutmeg. Other aromas then join in on the palate. An interesting taste of grilled pineapple and fresh ginger is more fruity.

Malteco Rum 15 Years 0.05L 40% South American Rum Yes, good rum does not always come from the Caribbean. Good rums can also be found in Latin America. In fact, more sugar cane liquor is produced and brought to market here than anywhere else. There are of course some differences in what we consider to be rum, but on the whole they are quite similar. Ron Malteco The dark amber-colored 15-year-old Malteco rum, like its other siblings, matures in specially selected oak barrels. The special climatic conditions help the rum to develop a special aroma. Sweet vanilla aromas are the first thing that reaches the nose when the bottle is opened. On the palate, notes of toffee, chocolate and vanilla combine with fruity hints of plum and coconut to create a harmonious taste. Compared to the 10-year-old, the aromas here are a little stronger, but not too overwhelming. Malteco 15 years impresses with a fine, long-lasting finish. To give you a taste, we have added the miniature version of Malteco 15 years to our range.

Beach House Spiced 0.2L 40% Beach House Spiced The production of this rum is based on the production method of Rhum Agricole, in which the rum is not made from molasses but from freshly pressed sugar cane juice. Sugar cane grows very well on the islands in the Indian Ocean and so this production method is only logical. The Beach House Rum is then distilled from the fermented juice and is then allowed to mature for a certain time in oak barrels. Refined with spices, the end result is Beach House Spiced Rum. However, these do not drown out the fine rum taste at all, rather they serve to underline the natural aromas of the matured rum. The taste of the Beach House Spiced is also rather fruity, which is probably also due to the fact that it is made from sugar cane juice. Fruity aromas include mango, apricot, papaya, passion fruit and ripe bananas. Orange and spicy cinnamon notes can also be detected. This pleasant spice also carries through to the finish. The Beach House Spiced should also be tasted neat first. Of course, you can also mix it into fine cocktails

Beach House White Spiced 0.2L 40% With its clear color, thanks to a special filtering process, it stands out from other spiced rums, which are usually darker in color. This exotic taste pampers the senses. You literally feel like you've been transported to the beautiful white sandy beaches of Mauritius. In terms of taste, you get the whole range of tropical flavors here. Fruity notes of lychee, grapefruit and a balanced play of pleasant sweetness and acidity.If you would like to try the tropical taste for yourself, you can do so with this 0.2L bottle. The Beach House White Spiced Rum is also ideal for cocktails. Here are a few recipe ideas:Beach House Tonic: 30 ml Beach House White Spiced150 ml TonicIcePour rum into the glass and top up with tonic water, stir and garnish with grapefruit zest if you like. Chilly Beach: 450ml Beach House White 25 ml passion fruit puree30 ml grapefruit juice25 ml cinnamon syrup or other spice syrup 5 ml lime juice Mix everything well in a shaker, pour into a glass with ice cubes and top up with tonic water or ginger beer to taste.

Beach House White Spiced 0.7L 40% Normally, you are used to rum from the Indian Ocean called 'Rhum Agricole', i.e. rum made directly from sugar cane juice. The Beach House, however, is molasses rum, as is usually known from the Caribbean islands. If you look closely, the Beach House is a rum-based spiced rum. That is, a Blanco rum that has been flavored with selected spices. The Beach House White Spiced is produced in small batches, so the bottle design is rather simple, letting the contents speak for themselves. In terms of taste, this rum is more like the fruity rum variants. With fresh notes of dried fruits and flavors such as lychee and grapefruit and a pleasant sweetness, this rum reflects the taste of the exotic island. The Beach House exudes a real holiday atmosphere.