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Spheric Spirits Caroni Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR 1997 23yr 62%

RX11279 Very good Single Cask 111 bottles Above 250€

Delve into the distinctive taste of Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR, a treasured selection from Spheric Spirits. Uniquely distilled in 1997 from Molasses at the legendary Caroni Distillery in Trinidad, this 23-year masterpiece invites with an intense aroma of tar and wood, harmonized with fresh, fruity tones of berries. Experience its balanced palate featuring equally potent notes of tar and fruit, enhanced by a subtle roasted flavor. This rum is celebrated for its dirty yet inviting character, offering a lasting impression with a beautiful blend of spiciness, licorice, roasted almonds, dark chocolate, and espresso, finishing with smoky notes. Its balanced and complex profile renders it both drinkable and intriguing. With only 111 bottles released, this treasure articulates a lasting hint of apricot on the finish, making it a must-try for any Caroni enthusiast. Experience this limited edition, cask-strength rum with an impressive 62% ABV for a memorable rum journey.

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How does this rum taste?

Highly rated Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR appeals with its balanced complexity. Its rich, yet mellow Caroni characteristic offers notes of berries, tar, and rubber paired with a hint of menthol and bourbon. The surprise apricot note gives a delightful finish.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Tar Fruity Woody Berries Fresh Minty

Taste

Tar Fruity Balanced Roasted Dirty Concentrated

Finish

Barrel Dry Bitter Oak Toasted Smoky

Community reviews

8.6/1013 ratings
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8.6/10

“Passt mir sehr gut. Dreckig, intensiv auch das Volumen passt gut. Aprikosen Note im Abgang war überraschend. Sicher nicht der wildeste Caroni. Gefällt mir aber tiptop.”

Aroma

Tar Fruity Woody Menthol

Taste

Fruity Balanced Roasted Spicy Tar
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8.4/10

“A straight Caroni... with convincing nose... on the palate not quite as intense and complex... but quite good!Especially the continuous dirty and berry note convinces!”

Aroma

Tar Dirty Berries Fresh Minty

Taste

Tar Fruity Dirty Concentrated Roasted
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8.5/10

“Finde ich erstaunlich gut! Runder, aber auch komplexer Caroni mit Bourbon-Noten und auch leichte dreckige Noten.”

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Distillery
Bottler
RumX ID
RX11279
ABV
62%
Vintage
1997
Cask number
#1143
Mark
HTR
Made from
Molasses
Age
23 years
No. of bottles
111
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
Above 250€
Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

365 €
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About the Caroni distillery

The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 6,359 times with an average of 8.8/10.


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