Appleton Rare Casks 12 Years 12yr 43%

Balanced vanilla and wood notes; versatile Jamaican rum.

Appleton Estate Rare Casks 12 Years exhibits complex aromas and flavors like vanilla, wood, and dried fruit, delivering a well-rounded sipping experience.



How does this rum taste?

  • Balanced complexity
  • Affordable price point
  • Versatile usage

The "Rare Casks 12 Years" from Appleton Estate in Jamaica is a noteworthy rum distilled from molasses and sugar cane juice using pot and column stills. Aged for 12 years, this rum features an ABV of 43%. User reviews praise its balanced complexity with distinct notes of vanilla, wood, oak, and dried fruit. Aromas of vanilla and banana complement its taste, while spice elements such as nutmeg and ginger add depth. A popular choice among enthusiasts, it offers a versatile profile suitable for sipping or cocktails. Overall, the rum is appreciated for its accessible taste, making it a good value for both beginners and serious rum aficionados.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Vanilla Woody Oak Banana Caramel

Taste

Vanilla Woody Oak Caramel Dried fruit

Finish

Spice Woody Vanilla Espresso Oak

How is this rum rated?

7.6/10
172 reviews
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"This one is better than the regular 12 year old and a very nice surprise. I also like the shape of the bottle. Oak from nose to finish, very fresh with fruits and spices. This is a sipper and not a mixer. Price to quality is very good." - 7.0/10

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"Really solid Jamaican. For me, however, more of a mixer. 74/100" - 7.4/10

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"Let it be said up front, I am an Appleton fan.Nice flavor profile. Dried fruit, banana, perfect wood ripeness, spice and at the end the potstill portion with solvent. Complex.Also has something fresh like an Agricole.The 43% limit the potential, if you want more, you should reach for the 2003, this resembles it the most.At 25€ a bargain and a Gästerum, for which you do not have to be embarrassed and to which I myself like to reach.😉 Super in the Daiquiri.🍸The bottle is also really nice." - 8.0/10

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"I have old bottle of AE12 that I want to compare side by side but it seems either same or very similar. The smell and taste of this rum is a synonym of word rum. If somebody utters word rum, this is the taste and smell I immediately recollect. There is supposedly certain amount of esters but it is very low and hidden behind a sophisticated smell and taste. In both 👅 and 👃 you get wood, vanilla, cocoa, raisins, sour fruit like lemon or green apple, nicely balanced sweetness with spicy notes of pepper. This is simply one of my most favorite rums out there, especially for a fabulous price. 18.3.2023 I need to remedy a bad riise taste so I had fo reach out for verified good rum. 28.5.24: Pulling a 0.2 down to align with new rums that I tried and find better or on the same level." - 7.6/10

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Expert reviews

Details about this rum

Country
Distillery
RumX ID
RX10196
ABV
43%
Category
Pot & Column Still Rum
Made from
Molasses and sugar cane juice
Distillation
Pot and Column Still
Age
12 years
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
<50€
Type of spirit
Rum
Appleton Estate 12yr &nbsp; 43% Rare Casks 12 Years

How is the price of this rum developing?

Ø Market value
35€

The RumX community has already added 391 bottles to their collections:

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opened
70
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54
Open rate
32%

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About the Appleton Estate distillery

The Appleton Estate distillery is located in Jamaica. Rums from Appleton Estate have been reviewed 2,563 times with an average of 8.0/10.


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