New Yarmouth Rum Sponge No. 5 1994 26yr 63%

RX10531 Very good 249 bottles <250€
“Stylish, sweet rum with coconut and chocolate notes.”

Rum Sponge No. 5 is an expertly crafted Jamaican rum distilled in 1994 at New Yarmouth, later bottled by Decadent Drinks LTD. Aged for 26 years, this limited edition rum—with just 249 bottles available—boasts a robust 63% ABV. It delivers enticing aromas of dried fruits, nutty undertones, and caramel. The palate reveals coconut, caramel, and chocolate flavors, with a woody finish. It draws admiration for its complexity while some feel it settles into a less dynamic taste profile. RumX users frequently note its sweet, Bajan-esque attributes and a distinct dessert-like essence. Balancing rich and subtle notes, this rum offers an intriguing journey for discerning connoisseurs, though opinions vary on its value.

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1 shop offer available for 369.90:

Highlights

  • Complex aroma profile
  • Rich, dessert-like sweetness
  • Aged 26 years

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How does this rum taste?

Rum Sponge No. 5 features dried fruit and caramel aromas, transitioning to coconut and chocolate flavors. Users note its dessert-like sweetness and elegant complexity.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Dried fruit Nutty Roasted Vanilla Caramel Barrel

Taste

Coconut Caramel Dark chocolate Woody Dried fruit Vanilla

Finish

Woody Chocolate Oak Coconut Black tea Varnish

Community reviews

8.6/1023 ratings
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9.1/10

“On the nose, a mix of dark flavors and masked fruit. But also wood shavings, resin and old varnished wood. The palate is balanced, even if the balance is on the dark, woody side. The banana is so ripe that it's all black, tasting like banana peel filaments. The finish is long and woody, like over-brewed black tea. A beautiful rum that tells a story, a story of fruit drowned in old wood (if that's possible).”

Aroma

Roasted Oak Fruity Varnish Resin

Taste

Banana Overripe Oak
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8.5/10

“Today a tasting with seven bottlings of the 1994 New Yarmouth: Thompson Brothers, Royal Cane, Kill Devil, Rum Sponge, Ron Artesanal, FRC Bottles Shop and Maolt, Grain & Cane. The Sponge is quite simple, lots of coconut and also one that reminds me of a good Foursquare.”

Aroma

Dried fruit Roasted Nutty Caramel Woody

Taste

Coconut Caramel Dark chocolate Dried fruit Woody
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9.0/10

“#4534 09.01.2024 Sitting at home testing how my tastebuds are doing after change of medication. The iron overtones are slowly subsiding and I hope to be ready for our tasting on Friday. A very nice and fruity rum. Needs to rest for a good while to reduce the alcohol and open up the profile. The palate is spicy and well balanced with some chocolate. The finish is long and warm with a light vegetal note.”

Aroma

Woody Roasted Dried fruit Caramel Varnish

Taste

Woody Roasted Overripe Dried fruit Caramel

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Distillery
Brand
Rum Sponge
RumX ID
RX10531
ABV
63%
Vintage
1994
Made from
Molasses
Age
26 years
No. of bottles
249
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
<250€
Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

246 €
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The RumX community has already added 10 bottles to their collections:

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About the New Yarmouth distillery

The New Yarmouth distillery is located in Jamaica. Rums from New Yarmouth have been reviewed 2,035 times with an average of 8.7/10.


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