Thompson Bros. Caroni HTR

Smooth Caroni, vanilla aromas, less intense flavor.

Complex smoky flavors
Unique vanilla and caramel aroma
Approachable and smooth
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A refined Caroni rum with complex aromas, smoky and vanilla notes, but missing traditional intensity. Limited edition at 59.2% ABV.

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    How does this rum taste?

    The 1998 Caroni 'HTR' from Trinidad, bottled by Thompson Bros., is a distinct rum crafted from molasses and aged for 23 years. With only 256 bottles available, its rarity adds intrigue. Known for its high ABV of 59.2%, this cask-strength rum reveals complex aromas of vanilla, caramel, and rubber, alongside intense smoky flavors and a touch of chocolate. Users describe a velvet-like profile with a smoky palate, although some felt it lacked typical Caroni intensity. Ideal for those seeking a smoother, more nuanced Caroni experience, it offers a unique take on classic, industrial notes, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts alike with a robust finish.

    Aroma

    Vanilla Rubber Caramel Tar

    Taste

    Smoky Rubber Vanilla Barrel

    How is this rum rated?

    8.4/10 24 reviews

    Quite approachable nose, with lots of vanilla and caramel added to the typical dirty notes. The palate adds some smoke and coffee.

    One of the more dirty 98 expressions. Dirt, Espresso with hints of red fruits.

    A very smooth, velvety profile on this rum with vanilla and caramel, chocolate and sweet fruit. I thought of Velier Royal Navy batch 1 in a light, fruity version. It's very pleasant. It makes you want to try it. On the palate, the impression is very different. The barrel makes an appearance. The vanilla is still there. Smokiness, chocolate. And a strange metallic taste. Not unpleasant. But I expected something else from the nose. Rather long finish, with a heavy bitterness. It's good because it's a very particular profile. But I'm still a bit disappointed as I find it lacks depth overall. It would have been a killer if it had been a bit more peachy. Edit: metallic note present, which bothers me, but otherwise super pleasant. A rather smooth HTR despite its dark side.

    A well made rum, but for a good Caroni lacks intensity! I miss the typical notes!

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX10111
    ABV
    59,2%
    Category
    Column Still Rum
    Vintage
    1998
    Mark
    HTR
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Age
    23 years
    No. of bottles
    256
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    250€+
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Thompson Bros. • Caroni 1998   23yr   59,2% HTR

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    About the Caroni distillery

    The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 9,013 times with an average of 8.8/10.

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