West Indies
West Indies Rum Distillery — Barbados icon of craftsmanship, heritage and innovation
West Indies Rum Distillery stands as a Barbados benchmark since 1893, uniting time‑honored methods with modern precision. With both pot and column distillation, the distillery delivers the island’s signature balance of coconut, vanilla, spice and clean oak—equally at home in neat pours and classic cocktails.
On RumX, 4,119 community reviews place the median at 7.9/10. Fans highlight Plantation/Planteray XO 20th Anniversary for smooth, polished sipping, while Barbados 5 Years and Grande Réserve offer accessible value. Curiosity peaks with High Ester WLP releases and innovative cask finishes (from cognac to single malt). Some note sweetness in select bottlings; many praise consistency, craft and versatility across the range.
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Plantation Barbados One-Time Limited 20 2013
Straightforward, honeyed Barbados comfort sip
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RumX users value West Indies for approachable, well‑blended Barbados profiles—vanilla, coconut, light oak and spice—paired with fair pricing and cocktail flexibility. XO 20th Anniversary earns frequent praise for smooth balance, while High Ester WLP editions impress with vibrant esters and longer finishes. Community sentiment notes occasional sweetness in certain releases, yet overall sees a dependable distillery delivering everyday sippers, mixable rums and standout limited casks, including revered Rockley‑style expressions.
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