Haiti
Haiti: terroir-driven clairin and premium rum from Haiti’s legendary distilleries
Discover the soul of Haiti rum—village-born clairin, cane‑juice ferments, and mountain‑to‑coast terroirs. Sun‑soaked fields and limestone‑rich soils create mineral, grassy, and floral profiles with a savory edge: olives, herbs, and overripe tropical fruit lifted by citrus and cane sweetness.
On RumX, 288 expressions have drawn 4,683 community reviews with a median 8.0/10. Fans praise Providence’s pot‑still purity, Vieux Sajous’ sherry‑kissed depth, and Papalin’s artful blends, while Barbancourt adds polished, oak‑led elegance. Whether you sip neat or shake a Daiquiri, Haiti offers character in every glass.
Popular rums from Haiti
Velier Chelo Clairin Sajous 2021
2021 Unaged 54,2%
Bold, wild spirit with distinctive olive and herb notes.
Velier Chelo Vieux Sajous (LMDW) 2019
2019 5yr 58,3%
Vibrant, balanced flavor with authentic nuances.
Velier Chelo Clairin Vieux Sajous Lustau Oloroso Cask 2017
2017 4yr 56,7%
Sherry-rich cherry with lively cane funk
Top rated Haiti rums
Velier The Vieux Labbé (20th Anniversary) 1999
1999 21yr 58,9%
Dark fruit, coffee, dry oak depth
Velier Chelo Clairin Ansyen Sajous (Bielle Cask) 2017
2017 3yr 54,6%
Balanced and sweet with subtle complexities.
Velier Chelo Clairin Ansyen Sajous 37 mois 2017
2017 3yr 54,2%
Oily, complex Clairin with balance
Velier Chelo Clairin Sajous 2016
2016 54,3%
Complex, intense, vibrant Haitian rum experience.
Velier Chelo Clairin Sajous 2018
2018 56,4%
Funky sugarcane, briny finish, great in cocktails
Velier Chelo Clairin Vieux Sajous Lustau Oloroso Cask 2017
2017 4yr 56,7%
Sherry-rich cherry with lively cane funk
Velier Chelo Vieux Sajous (LMDW) 2019
2019 5yr 58,3%
Vibrant, balanced flavor with authentic nuances.
Velier Le Rocher Vieux Le Rocher 2019
2019 6yr 54,6%
Overripe fruit clairin, wood in balance
Le Rocher Clairin 2021
2021 Unaged 49,5%
Distilled delight; smoky, fruity, refreshing, distinctly Haitian.
Velier Arawaks Clairin Ansyen Vaval 39 Mois Julian Biondi (ex-sherry) 2017
2017 3yr 50,3%
Rich, herbal, with a dominant sherry finish.
Velier Arawaks Clairin Vaval Ansyen 41 Months (The Last Port) 2019
2019 3yr 54,6%
Vibrant, evolving, and naturally sweet rum.
Velier Casimir Clairin Casimir Friends 2015
2015 5yr 48%
Very original, fresh, fruity, lightly sweet, surprising finish.
Velier Chelo Clairin Sajous 2020
2020 Unaged 55,2%
Bold, fruity, herbal; a unique Clairin experience.
Velier Chelo Clairin Vieux Sajous - Second Release 2017
2017 4yr 56,3%
Floral vanilla with woody spice
Velier Chelo Vieux Sajous (Ex-Caroni Casks) 2017
2017 5yr 52,14%
Funky fruit and olives, smooth sip
Velier Clairin Communal Ansyen (Blend des quatre communes)
49,3%
Complex, grassy fruit with olive and wood
Velier Le Rocher Clairin Ansyen 2017
2017 48,6%
Complex, fruity, smoky, with marmalade sweetness.
Velier Le Rocher Clairin Le Rocher 2022
2022 Unaged 50%
Bold, herbal rum with a distinctive, complex character.
Habitation Velier Providence Haiti Pure Single Rhum 2020
2020 4yr 55%
Sugarcane, honey, and spice in a mellow Haitian style
TRC Barbancourt Haiti 2004
2004 17yr 58,6%
Bold, fruity, complex; needs time to breathe.
Velier Arawaks & Casimir Clairin Vieux Vaval & Casimir (Whisky Live Paris 2021) 2017
2017 4yr 50,1%
Fruity, sherry-rounded clairin with balance
Flavour profile of Haiti
Most frequently mentioned flavors
RumX drinkers celebrate Haiti for vivid cane aromatics, olive‑brine funk, and expressive pot‑still textures. Unaged clairins shine in cocktails and for neat exploration, while cask‑aged releases (Oloroso, ex‑Caroni) split opinions—some love the added depth, others prefer raw clarity. Providence is viewed as promising and balanced; Papalin offers value as a blend; Barbancourt brings refined, oak‑matured ease. Overall sentiment: distinctive, adventurous, and a solid 8.0/10 median.
Popular distilleries of Haiti
- Distillerie de Port au Prince 8 rums
- Chelo 49 rums
- Multi Distilleries 3 rums
- Barbancourt 74 rums
- Casimir & Vaval & Sajous & Le Rocher 1 rum
- Sonson Pierre Gilles 4 rums
- Casimir 39 rums
- Distillerie Bethel Romelus 2 rums
All rums from Haiti
- Velier Casimir Clairin 2013 54% RX4683
- Velier The Vieux Labbé (20th Anniversary) 1999 21yr 58,9% RX9146
- Velier Chelo Clairin Ansyen Sajous (Bielle Cask) 2017 3yr 54,6% RX7850
- Velier Chelo Clairin Ansyen Sajous 37 mois 2017 3yr 54,2% RX5143
- Velier Chelo Clairin Sajous 2016 54,3% RX442
- Velier Arawaks Clairin Vaval Cavaillon 2015 51,1% RX1699
- Velier Arawaks Vieux Vaval 7 ans vieillit en fût de Caroni 2018 7yr 54,75% RX23886
- Velier Casimir Clairin 2018 53,6% RX11461
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