Martinique

Martinique: birthplace of Martinique rum craftsmanship, renowned worldwide and terroir-driven style

AOC-guaranteed quality standards
Volcanic, maritime terroir
Fresh cane-juice distillate

Martinique’s Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) sets the benchmark for cane‑juice rhum. Between sea breezes and Mount Pelée’s volcanic slopes, freshly cut sugarcane is crushed within hours, fermented, and distilled in Creole columns to preserve grassy aromatics and crystalline structure. If you’re exploring rum from Martinique, expect a drier, elegantly spiced profile with citrus zest, cacao, roasted coffee, and pure cane sweetness.

On RumX—the world’s largest rum platform—25,620 community reviews average 8.1/10, highlighting consistent quality across price points. With 2,525 expressions listed, enthusiasts celebrate vibrant blancs for Ti’ Punch, characterful VSOPs, and deeply expressive XOs. Standouts include Neisson Profil 105, Saint James Les Éphémères, and J.M’s Terroir Volcanique—bottles praised for terroir transparency, balance, and age-driven complexity.

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Bottle of Neisson Cuvée Sacha 2003

Neisson Cuvée Sacha 2003

9.4 (11)
2,195 €
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Popular rums from Martinique

RX4902
Bottle of Neisson Cuvée Sacha 2003

Neisson Cuvée Sacha 2003

2003   46,1%

9.4 (11)
2,195 €
RX114
Bottle of Clément Cuvée Homère Clément

Clément Cuvée Homère Clément

6yr - 15yr   44%

Dry, balanced agricole with citrus

8.1 (88)
88 €
RX6418
Bottle of Neisson 2005

Neisson 2005

2005   12yr   49,7%

Complex, fruity, and smooth with a woody finish.

9.0 (34)
285 €
RX16842
Bottle of Rhum J.M 2013

Rhum J.M 2013

2013   10yr   43,8%

Rich cocoa, woody aroma and nuanced finish.

8.5 (31)
84 €
RX34
Bottle of Rhum J.M XO

Rhum J.M XO

6yr   45%

Balanced fruity-spicy agricole benchmark

8.0 (261)
65 €
RX7274
Bottle of Depaz Dillon Blanc Canne Rouge - Récolte 2019 2019

Depaz Dillon Blanc Canne Rouge - Récolte 2019 2019

2019   50%

Fresh sugarcane, citrus, Ti-Punch friendly

8.1 (54)
28 €
RX1058
Bottle of Neisson L‘Esprit De Neisson

Neisson L‘Esprit De Neisson

70%

explosive lime and cane, sippable overproof

8.7 (130)
77 €
RX2960
Bottle of Depaz 2004

Depaz 2004

2004   13yr   58%

Balanced cask strength agricole with woody spice.

8.8 (26)
129 €
RX152
Bottle of Trois Rivières Rhum Blanc Agricole

Trois Rivières Rhum Blanc Agricole

50%

Fresh citrus agricole, great for Ti’ Punch

7.0 (57)
30 €

Top rated Martinique rums

RX4902
Bottle of Neisson Cuvée Sacha 2003

Neisson Cuvée Sacha 2003

2003   46,1%

9.4 (11)
2,195 €
RX14126
Bottle of Neisson 18 Years 2004

Neisson 18 Years 2004

2004   18yr   49,4%

9.3 (11)
889 €
RX4113
Bottle of HSE Hors d‘Age 1960

HSE Hors d‘Age 1960

1960   45%

Legendary Agricole with exquisite complexity and balance.

9.2 (16)
2,600 €
RX2139
Bottle of Neisson Armada 1994

Neisson Armada 1994

1994   23yr   46,8%

9.2 (13)
1,869 €
RX1315
Bottle of Rhum Chantal Comte Trois Rivières 1980

Rhum Chantal Comte Trois Rivières 1980

1980   7yr   58%

9.2 (14)
Sold out
RX5964
Bottle of Neisson 18 Years 1997

Neisson 18 Years 1997

1997   18yr   46,1%

Exceptional, balanced, complex; a true rum masterpiece.

9.1 (11)
708 €
RX9591
Bottle of Neisson 19 ans

Neisson 19 ans

19yr   47,6%

Rich, dark rum with complex, smooth flavors.

9.1 (22)
1,289 €
RX4844
Bottle of Neisson Le Rhum XO Full Proof 2006

Neisson Le Rhum XO Full Proof 2006

2006   11yr   54,2%

9.1 (14)
Sold out
RX1898
Bottle of Rhum Chantal Comte Depaz Rum Agricole Extra Vieux 1975

Rhum Chantal Comte Depaz Rum Agricole Extra Vieux 1975

1975   45%

Exquisite, woody, and elegantly balanced experience.

9.1 (15)
Sold out
RX2183
Bottle of Rhum Chantal Comte Maison La Mauny La Tour De L‘Or 2001

Rhum Chantal Comte Maison La Mauny La Tour De L‘Or 2001

2001   14yr   64,8%

Complex agricole, power beautifully integrated

9.1 (94)
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RX7429
Bottle of Trois Rivières Millésime 1980

Trois Rivières Millésime 1980

1980   45%

Outstanding historic rum, rich in flavor complexity.

9.1 (20)
Sold out
RX971
Bottle of Christian de Montaguère La Favorite La Créole 2018

Christian de Montaguère La Favorite La Créole 2018

2018   56%

9.0 (11)
650 €
RX1487
Bottle of Clément Rare Cask Collection Vikings 2000

Clément Rare Cask Collection Vikings 2000

2000   16yr   59,9%

9.0 (10)
Sold out
RX326
Bottle of Corman Collins J. Bally 2000

Corman Collins J. Bally 2000

2000   18yr   56,8%

Complex, wood-driven agricole with dark chocolate

9.0 (62)
Sold out
RX7548
Bottle of Corman Collins Saint James Rhum Saint James 2002

Corman Collins Saint James Rhum Saint James 2002

2002   17yr   52,4%

Elegant, woody agricole with long finish

9.0 (77)
Sold out
RX700
Bottle of Depaz Small Batch 2002

Depaz Small Batch 2002

2002   17yr   64,9%

Intense tropical fruit, vanilla and oak with peppery warmth.

9.0 (37)
Sold out
RX1348
Bottle of HSE Château Marquis de Terme Finish 2005

HSE Château Marquis de Terme Finish 2005

2005   11yr   48%

9.0 (23)
Sold out
RX815
Bottle of HSE Single Cask (MEB 2018) 2003

HSE Single Cask (MEB 2018) 2003

2003   14yr   47,8%

9.0 (17)
Sold out
RX550
Bottle of La Favorite La Flibuste 1986

La Favorite La Flibuste 1986

1986   30yr   40%

9.0 (13)
Sold out
RX920
Bottle of La Favorite La Flibuste 1993

La Favorite La Flibuste 1993

1993   25yr   40%

9.0 (13)
Sold out
RX9376
Bottle of La Favorite La Flibuste 1998

La Favorite La Flibuste 1998

1998   23yr   40%

Smooth, complex, and exquisitely balanced.

9.0 (21)
Sold out
RX5811
Bottle of La Favorite La Flibuste 1999

La Favorite La Flibuste 1999

1999   20yr   40%

Balanced, complex, fruity delight.

9.0 (34)
Sold out
RX12230
Bottle of La Favorite La Flibuste 2000

La Favorite La Flibuste 2000

2000   40%

Balanced, smooth, with sweet and woody notes.

9.0 (35)
Sold out
RX1149
Bottle of LMDW Saint James J. Bally Millésime 1998 1998

LMDW Saint James J. Bally Millésime 1998 1998

1998   17yr   59,1%

Rich wood, dried fruit, and spice—complex, elegant Agricole.

9.0 (36)
Sold out
RX8852
Bottle of Neisson 15 Years Batch #3 2004

Neisson 15 Years Batch #3 2004

2004   15yr   48,7%

Richly complex with stunning vanilla and spice.

9.0 (34)
Sold out
RX5614
Bottle of Neisson 1995 Joint Velier 1995

Neisson 1995 Joint Velier 1995

1995   19yr   48%

Elegant, balanced rum with a captivating aroma.

9.0 (10)
1,818 €
RX6418
Bottle of Neisson 2005

Neisson 2005

2005   12yr   49,7%

Complex, fruity, and smooth with a woody finish.

9.0 (34)
285 €
RX18744
Bottle of Neisson Rhum Vieux Agricole (The Last One) 2005

Neisson Rhum Vieux Agricole (The Last One) 2005

2005   18yr   46,1%

Complex, exclusive Neisson rum; varied impressions.

9.0 (11)
836 €
RX3115
Bottle of Rhum J.M 1993

Rhum J.M 1993

1993   15yr   45,8%

9.0 (10)
Sold out
RX1609
Bottle of Saint James 1885

Saint James 1885

1885

Legendary taste of history, complex and memorable.

9.0 (11)
Sold out
RX943
Bottle of Saint James J. Bally Millésime 1999 LMDW 1999

Saint James J. Bally Millésime 1999 LMDW 1999

1999   18yr   54,5%

Dark, complex, beautifully integrated cask strength

9.0 (73)
Sold out
RX9544
Bottle of Velier Neisson Tatanka LMDW / Velier (Le Bus Rose) 2007

Velier Neisson Tatanka LMDW / Velier (Le Bus Rose) 2007

2007   59%

Complex, bold, unexpected Neisson experience

9.0 (13)
Sold out
RX787
Bottle of Velier Neisson Velier 70th Anniversary 2005

Velier Neisson Velier 70th Anniversary 2005

2005   12yr   51,3%

balanced, complex, long warm finish

9.0 (98)
Sold out
RX1597
Bottle of Clément Clément Rare Cask Collection Danemark 2002

Clément Clément Rare Cask Collection Danemark 2002

2002   15yr   56,6%

Rich, complex, chocolate and coffee notes.

8.9 (27)
Sold out
RX1171
Bottle of Clément Cuvée Spéciale XO

Clément Cuvée Spéciale XO

6yr - 48yr   44%

8.9 (22)
Sold out

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8.1/10
25,780 reviews

Flavour profile of Martinique

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Woody Vanilla Sugarcane Fruity

Taste

Woody Sugarcane Vanilla Fruity
RumX community voice

RumX tasters describe Martinique rhum as cane‑forward, dry, and impeccably oaked. Common notes: vanilla, caramel, coffee, citrus, green herbs, cocoa, and toasted wood, with alcohol integration often called “elegant.” While some XOs spark price–quality debates, limited releases like Les Éphémères draw 8.5–9.0/10 acclaim. Versatile blancs shine in Ti’ Punch, and VSOP/XO selections deliver structure and length for slow sipping. Overall median: 8.1/10.

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