Destilería Colombiana

Destilería Colombiana — Colombian coffee-kissed aged rum crafted in Cartagena’s Caribbean climate

Distinct coffee-chocolate profile
Tropical Cartagena maturation
Broad cask finishing program

From the historic port of Cartagena de Indias, Destilería Colombiana shapes a Spanish-influenced style with a distinctly Colombian twist. Working with sugarcane honey, tropical aging and deft blending, the house behind Dictador is famed for coffee, cocoa and caramel tones. Column distillation, solera maturation and finishes in ex-bourbon, sherry or port contribute polish and depth.

On RumX, 1,531 community reviews average a solid 7.5/10 across 312 expressions. Favorites include Dictador 12 Years, Dictador 20 Years, XO Insolent and XO Perpetual, plus the approachable 10 Years. Whether discovering Destilería Colombiana rum or revisiting classics, RumX helps you compare tasting notes, monitor prices and uncover limited editions.

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Bottle of Dictador 12 Years

Dictador 12 Years

7.0 (352)
35 €
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Popular rums from Destilería Colombiana

RX42
Bottle of Dictador 12 Years

Dictador 12 Years

<12yr   40%

coffee-walnut sweetness, smooth and approachable

7.0 (352)
35 €
RX30
Bottle of Dictador 20 Years

Dictador 20 Years

<20yr   40%

coffee-rich, smooth and chocolatey

7.5 (294)
53 €
RX318
Bottle of Dictador XO Insolent / Platinum

Dictador XO Insolent / Platinum

20yr   40%

silky coffee-caramel dessert sipper

8.0 (120)
100 €
RX6623
Bottle of Dictador 16

Dictador 16

16yr   40%

6.9 (18)
60 €
RX337
Bottle of Dictador 10 Years

Dictador 10 Years

10yr   40%

Smooth coffee-caramel, touch of smoke

7.0 (79)
38 €
RX349
Bottle of Dictador XO Perpetual / Aurum

Dictador XO Perpetual / Aurum

35yr   40%

Coffee-forward, smooth and gently sweet

7.6 (89)
100 €
RX6204
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Dictador 1980

Cadenhead‘s Dictador 1980

1980   39yr   59,9%

Rare, complex rum with a charming, balanced finish.

8.2 (15)
386 €
RX13633
Bottle of Dictador Párrafo I Borbón 2003

Dictador Párrafo I Borbón 2003

2003   19yr   50%

Rich, spicy, balanced, superb with cigars.

8.3 (17)
119 €
RX22567
Bottle of Dictador Game Changer X Orlinski

Dictador Game Changer X Orlinski

12yr   40%

7.5 (5)
175 €

Top rated rums from Destilería Colombiana

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Bottle of Dictador SEDUCTIVO 1994

Dictador SEDUCTIVO 1994

1994   24yr   44,2%

8.4 (13)
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RX13633
Bottle of Dictador Párrafo I Borbón 2003

Dictador Párrafo I Borbón 2003

2003   19yr   50%

Rich, spicy, balanced, superb with cigars.

8.3 (17)
119 €
RX9483
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Dictador 1993

Cadenhead‘s Dictador 1993

1993   26yr   65,3%

Rich, spicy, dark chocolate rum perfection.

8.3 (16)
321 €
RX6204
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Dictador 1980

Cadenhead‘s Dictador 1980

1980   39yr   59,9%

Rare, complex rum with a charming, balanced finish.

8.2 (15)
386 €
RX318
Bottle of Dictador XO Insolent / Platinum

Dictador XO Insolent / Platinum

20yr   40%

silky coffee-caramel dessert sipper

8.0 (120)
100 €
RX18318
Bottle of Dictador Vintage 2004 (Rum CZ/SK) 2004

Dictador Vintage 2004 (Rum CZ/SK) 2004

2004   19yr   51%

Rich, sweet, nutty rum with a spiced finish.

8.0 (30)
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RX11546
Bottle of Dictador Episodio 1 Sherry Cask 1998

Dictador Episodio 1 Sherry Cask 1998

1998   45%

8.0 (15)
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RX13620
Bottle of Dictador Rima 1 1997

Dictador Rima 1 1997

1997   25yr   50%

8.0 (11)
Sold out
RX24561
Bottle of Dictador The Arthouse (Rum CZ/SK) 2001

Dictador The Arthouse (Rum CZ/SK) 2001

2001   25yr   58,62%

8.0 (10)
Sold out
RX16194
Bottle of Dictador Sinfonía Borbón 2004

Dictador Sinfonía Borbón 2004

2004   18yr   50%

7.8 (12)
Sold out
RX23165
Bottle of Dictador Vintage 2007 for Alkohol.cz 2007

Dictador Vintage 2007 for Alkohol.cz 2007

2007   17yr   53%

7.8 (10)
Sold out
RX15269
Bottle of Dictador Iconic Art Spirits (IAS)

Dictador Iconic Art Spirits (IAS)

16yr   59%

7.7 (13)
Sold out
RX349
Bottle of Dictador XO Perpetual / Aurum

Dictador XO Perpetual / Aurum

35yr   40%

Coffee-forward, smooth and gently sweet

7.6 (89)
100 €
RX30
Bottle of Dictador 20 Years

Dictador 20 Years

<20yr   40%

coffee-rich, smooth and chocolatey

7.5 (294)
53 €
RX13637
Bottle of Dictador Párrafo I Pardo 2004

Dictador Párrafo I Pardo 2004

2004   18yr   41%

7.5 (13)
129 €
RX42
Bottle of Dictador 12 Years

Dictador 12 Years

<12yr   40%

coffee-walnut sweetness, smooth and approachable

7.0 (352)
35 €
RX337
Bottle of Dictador 10 Years

Dictador 10 Years

10yr   40%

Smooth coffee-caramel, touch of smoke

7.0 (79)
38 €
RX2643
Bottle of Dictador 100 Cafe

Dictador 100 Cafe

<8yr   40%

7.0 (10)
Sold out
RX6623
Bottle of Dictador 16

Dictador 16

16yr   40%

6.9 (18)
60 €
RX13366
Bottle of Dictador Reserva Colombiana by Dictador

Dictador Reserva Colombiana by Dictador

38%

6.8 (14)
Sold out
RX735
Bottle of Dictador 100 Orange

Dictador 100 Orange

8yr   40%

6.4 (16)
30 €
RX15531
Bottle of Dictador Iconic Art Spirits (IAS) 2010

Dictador Iconic Art Spirits (IAS) 2010

2010   11yr   40%

5.5 (11)
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7.5/10
1,533 reviews

Flavour profile of Destilería Colombiana

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Vanilla Woody Caramel Coffee

Taste

Woody Sweet Vanilla Coffee
RumX community voice

RumX drinkers praise the roasted coffee, dark chocolate, caramel and nutty notes that define many Dictador releases, along with the silky texture and cigar-friendly character. The 12 Year is often called great value, while XO bottlings add cask-driven depth. Some members prefer higher ABV or drier profiles and discuss perceived sweetness or additives, but overall sentiment trends positive at 7.5/10.


Frequently Asked Questions about Destilería Colombiana

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The RumX database currently contains 312 different rums from Destilería Colombiana. This includes various expressions, limited editions, and bottlings across different age statements and proof levels. Our community has contributed over 1533 reviews for Destilería Colombiana rums, making it one of the most comprehensive resources for exploring this brand’s full range. New releases are added regularly as they become available.

According to the RumX community, Dictador SEDUCTIVO 1994 24yr 44,2% is currently the highest-rated Destilería Colombiana rum with an impressive rating of 8.4/10 based on 13 reviews. This expression has earned praise for its exceptional quality and represents the pinnacle of what Destilería Colombiana has to offer. However, taste is subjective, and we encourage you to explore the full range to find your personal favorite.

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About the Destilería Colombiana distillery

The Destilería Colombiana distillery is located in Colombia. Rums from Destilería Colombiana have been reviewed 1,533 times with an average of 7.5/10.

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