T.D.L
T.D.L — Trinidad column-still icon with minty elegance and long tropical aging
Rooted in Trinidad’s mid‑20th‑century rum boom, T.D.L has become a benchmark for clean, characterful column-distilled profiles that blossom with mint, eucalyptus and bright tropical fruit. On RumX, 339 expressions showcase this spectrum—from approachable house blends to prized single casks—earning a strong 8.3/10 median rating across 6,417 reviews.
Collectors prize T.D.L rum for its balance of precision distilling and expressive maturation, while newcomers discover an inviting gateway to premium Trinidad rum. Whether bottled under Angostura labels or selected by top independent bottlers, T.D.L consistently delivers depth, freshness and remarkable value in aged rum.
Award-Winning Rums from T.D.L
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T.D.L Planteray One Time Limited Edition Trinidad TDL 2003
Trinidad 2003 22yr 47,8%
Fresh, minty Trinidad value bomb
T.D.L Rumclub Private Selection Ed. 52 2003
Trinidad 2003 22yr 53,4%
Balanced, chocolatey Trinidad TDL sipper
Swell de Spirits T.D.L Private Garden #13 (Clos des Spiritueux) 2000
Trinidad 2000 24yr 55,8%
Benchmark fruity-minty TDL powerhouse
Spirit of the day T.D.L #1 Trinidad Distillers Limited 2008
Trinidad 2008 15yr 64,4%
Dirty Caroni‑style TDL powerhouse
Popular rums from T.D.L
Rum Nation T.D.L Cask Strength Trinidad 2012
Gentle, budget-friendly cask strength Trinidad
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Flavour profile of T.D.L
Most frequently mentioned flavors
RumX members love T.D.L’s signature mint/menthol lift, often joined by eucalyptus, black tea, red berries and elegant oak. Many notes highlight florals, tobacco and a faint “Caroni‑like” edge in certain vintages (notably 2001–2005), with long, dry finishes. Fans praise the value of older single casks and the tropical maturation complexity, while acknowledging that some softer core releases can feel sweet or lighter. Overall sentiment: vivid, fresh, characterful Trinidad rum with standout drinkability and complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions about T.D.L
Popular independent bottlers of T.D.L
- Maison Ferrand 68 rums
- Compagnie des Indes 26 rums
- Swell de Spirits 13 rums
- Cadenhead‘s 12 rums
- The Whisky Jury 10 rums
- Famille Ricci 8 rums
- The Colours of Rum 7 rums
- Romdeluxe 7 rums
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