Trinidad
Trinidad: iconic Trinidad rum, tropical aging and characterful Caribbean rum traditions
From the oil-scented docks of Port of Spain to lush cane fields, Trinidad rum carries a signature balance of power and polish. Tropical heat and steady sea breezes accelerate maturation, layering molasses richness with notes of tar, leather and citrus-mint depending on the marque. Expect intensity from Caroni-style “HTR” and a sleeker, menthol-tinged profile from modern TDL bottlings.
RumX hosts 1,217 Trinidad expressions with 18,138 community reviews and a strong 8.5/10 median rating. Members praise legendary Caroni releases (often 9.0+/10) while noting TDL’s eucalyptus, tobacco and orchard-fruit elegance. Accessible blends like Angostura 1919 sit in the 7–8/10 range, and spiced bottlings can be divisive. Explore it all on the world’s largest rum platform—powered by real drinkers.
Popular rums from Trinidad
T.D.L Planteray One Time Limited Edition Trinidad TDL 2003 2003
2003 22yr 47,8%
Minty TDL classic with standout value
La Maison & Velier Caroni Navy Rum 100th Anniversary „Replica“ HTR 2000
2000 18yr 51,4%
Approachable Caroni with bold tar and leather
Velier Caroni 36th Release Heavy Trinidad Rum Guyana Stock HTR 1994
1994 23yr 57,18%
Heavy, woody Caroni—evolves with air
Velier Caroni 32nd Release Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1998
1998 16yr 64,5%
Bold, balanced Caroni classic
Top rated Trinidad rums
Velier Caroni Heavy Rum Guyana Stock (Kirsch Whisky) HTR 1996
1996 20yr 62,4%
Complex and bold, a true Caroni experience.
Velier Caroni 39th Release (The Last) Heavy Trinidad Rum 1996
1996 23yr 61,9%
Dirty-fruity Caroni benchmark
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum (Old Whisky) HTR 1996
1996 20yr 70,8%
Iconic Caroni masterpiece; bold, complex, unforgettable.
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1974
1974 34yr 66,10%
Iconic Caroni: intense, complex, and elegantly balanced.
Velier Caroni 1st Employees John „D“ Eversley HTR 1996
1996 22yr 66,5%
Classic, powerful Caroni with great balance
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1992
1992 20yr 60,21%
Caroni essence: tar, fruit, mint, balance
Velier Caroni 2nd Employees David „Sarge“ Charran 1996
1996 23yr 66,5%
Intense and complex Caroni with bold flavors.
Velier Caroni 3rd Employees Nita „Nitz“ Hogan 2000
2000 20yr 65,2%
Dirty Caroni power, beautifully balanced
Velier Caroni 3rd Employees Vijay „Vijay“ Ranmarine 1996
1996 24yr 64,5%
Balanced Caroni, complex tar & fruit
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum (Exclusive for Giuseppe Begnoni) HTR 1996
1996 20yr 70,7%
Classic Caroni mix: rubber, tar, vanilla, intense and complex.
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum (Paul Ullrich) HTR 2000
2000 15yr 70,3%
A potent, tar-rich Caroni rum experience.
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1982
1982 24yr 58,3%
Deep tar, raisin, caramel and wood, iconic Caroni depth.
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1982
1982 23yr 77,3%
Intense Caroni flavor with high ABV thrill.
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1984
1984 22yr 54,6%
Intense Caroni tar, cola notes, complex profile.
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1992
1992 18yr 61,2%
Bold, complex Caroni with rich, layered flavors.
Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1994
1994 17yr 62,3%
Bold tar and smoke with Caroni complexity.
Velier Caroni Special bottling for 15th Anniversary of Bar Lamp & Shinanoya 1996
1996 22yr 68,10%
Complex, tropical, and strong with a long finish.
Velier Caroni 30th Release Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1996
1996 17yr 63%
Rich, complex Caroni with intense tar, rubber notes.
Velier Caroni 34th Release 100 Proof Heavy Trinidad Rum 1996
1996 20yr 57,18%
Dirty‑fruity Caroni, beautifully balanced
Velier Caroni 35th Release Heavy Trinidad Rum (Trespassers) HTR 1996
1996 20yr 70,10%
Powerful Caroni; ABV superbly integrated
Flavour profile of Trinidad
Most frequently mentioned flavors
RumX users love Trinidad’s duality: the “dirty” workshop aromas, rubber and tar of Caroni on one side, and TDL’s menthol, eucalyptus, red fruits and polished oak on the other. Median ratings land at 8.5/10, with elite Caroni vintages frequently 9.0+/10. Angostura’s approachable blends earn steady 7–8/10 support, while heavily dosed spiced offerings split opinion. Overall, the community finds Trinidad expressive, complex and highly rewarding when well-aged.
Popular distilleries of Trinidad
All rums from Trinidad
- Velier Caroni Paradise #6 (Guyana Stock) 1996 24yr 62,4% RX15927
- Velier Caroni Heavy Rum Guyana Stock (Kirsch Whisky) HTR 1996 20yr 62,4% RX213
- Velier Caroni 39th Release (The Last) 1996 23yr 61,9% RX38
- Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum (Old Whisky) HTR 1996 20yr 70,8% RX1403
- Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1974 34yr 66,10% RX1882
- Velier Caroni 1st Employees John „D“ Eversley HTR 1996 22yr 66,5% RX203
- Velier Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1992 20yr 60,21% RX258
- Velier Caroni Paradise #4 1996 24yr 68,10% RX15932
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