Nobilis Diamond No.18 SVL 2003 18yr 55,4%

Rich and woody with chocolate undertones.

The "No.18 SVL" rum impresses with its complex profile of woody, vanilla, and fruity notes, complemented by dried fruit, chocolate, and oak flavors. This limited release offers depth and enjoyable warmth.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Complex, layered flavors
    • Good cask strength
    • Rich chocolaty taste

    The "No.18 SVL" is produced in Guyana's Diamond distillery and carefully selected by Nobilis Rum. This 2003 molasses-based rum is aged for 18 years in oak, bottled at a robust cask strength of 55.4% ABV. Notable for its limited release of 245 bottles, the rum impresses with a multifaceted nose of woody, vanilla, spicy, and fruity aromas including hints of papaya. The palate unveils dried fruits, dark chocolate, oak, and licorice, providing a rich and creamy experience. While its attributes are appreciated, some users note a lack of subtle sophistication, deeming it a superb, if not entirely distinctive, Guyana rum. A delightful sipper for rum enthusiasts.

    Most frequently mentioned flavors

    Aroma

    Woody Vanilla Spicy Fruity

    Taste

    Dried fruit Chocolate Oak Woody

    Finish

    Oak Bitter Caramel Vanilla

    How is this rum rated?

    8.4/10
    29 reviews

    Top 29%

    Diamond

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    8.4/10

    "84 points. Pleasant nose that holds back a little, spices, wood, vanilla and caramel stand out. A little more expressive in the mouth, chocolate, nuts, vanilla, wood, spices and dried fruit. Well balanced but not extremely complex."

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    8.7/10

    "MaJ: After emptying most of the bottle I figure this stuff is, in fact, even a little better than my first review. I'm adjusting my opinion upwards by 3 points. Very good, lacks a few corners and edges but is still more than satisfactory. Makes you want to find more of Guyana's treasures. A high-quality product at a fair price for what you get. My only slight drawback is the bottle, which could have been a little prettier (in direct comparison with Velier releases, for example)."

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    8.6/10

    "Nose: woody-spicy yet fruity-fresh. Sweet and sour lemon with orange syrup and papaya. In addition, the sweetness of toffee. Behind that, tobacco and vanilla and a slightly artificial essence of polish. The alcohol stings a bit. Overall, the nose is a bit restrained.Palate: the alcohol from the nose is no longer noticeable on the palate. It seems really smooth and creamy, chocolatey and nutty. Also strongly reminiscent of sweet, soft licorice. It gets a bit bitter and licoricey in the back. Delicious and almost quaffable...This one is interesting, since nose and palate are different (palate better here!). Very tasty."

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    8.7/10

    "A pretty Diamond that starts with an opulent nose, spices perfuming the nostrils with a kind of heaviness accentuated by wood and pastry notes on molasses, toffee and caramel. Leather, nuts and peanut notes give something original with fruit (pineapple, papaya, raisin) tobacco and a hint of freshness on flowers. It's greedy and complete. The attack on the palate is round, creamy and truly gourmand. Exotic fruits, citrus and dried fruits set the pace, followed by spices (cinnamon, vanilla and licorice), leather, wood, toasted notes (walnut, coffee) and the sweetness of chocolate, caramel, toffee and molasses. The alcohol is very well integrated. The finish, long, bitter and balanced, stays on the same register on the palate, confirming the greediness and richness of the flavors. A well-executed Diamond that's terribly easy to drink."

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX12775
    ABV
    55,4%
    Category
    Column Still Rum
    Vintage
    2003
    Mark
    SVL
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Savalle Still
    Age
    18 years
    No. of bottles
    245
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <250€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Nobilis Rum • Diamond 2003 &nbsp; 18yr &nbsp; 55,4% No.18 SVL

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    Ø Market value
    157€

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    23%

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    About the Diamond distillery

    The Diamond distillery is located in Guyana. Rums from Diamond have been reviewed 3,603 times with an average of 8.3/10.


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