Silver Seal Demerara Rum Wildlife Series No. 1

A bold rum with a tobacco, leather, and smoky aroma. The taste combines leather, prunes, mocha. Appeals to Islay Whisky fans; polarizing due to bitterness.

9.2  / 10  (35 reviews)

Intense, smoky rum with bold tobacco notes.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Complex aroma profile
    • Rich, full-bodied taste
    • Unique smoky character

    The Demerara Rum Wildlife Series No. 1, distilled in Guyana in 1974 and bottled by Silver Seal, boasts 28 years of aging. At an ABV of 68.5%, this limited-edition rum, with only 470 bottles, is celebrated for its complex aroma featuring tobacco and leather with smoky undertones. Its distinct taste of leather, prunes, and mocha is likened to a robust Islay Whisky, presenting a rich, smoky profile that's deeply appreciated by fans of peaty spirits. Reviewers either praise its boldness and full-bodied nature or critique its overpowering smoke and bitterness.

    Aroma

    Tobacco Leather Smoky Dark chocolate

    Taste

    Leather Smoky Prunes Charred

    How is this rum rated?

    9.2  / 10  (35 reviews)
    Top 5% Guyana
    Top 1%

    "Un rhum très fonçé d’aspect. Un nez avec un alcool très bien intégré, avec du boisé et du fumé, du Porto, des agrumes. Un nez à la fois monolithique et complexe. Une bouche avec des tannins, très boisée, fumée, amère avec du végétal qui amène de la fraîcheur. Un net goût de réglisse (bois doux). En finale toujours des agrumes, de la fumée et de la réglisse. Cette amertume et ce boisé me font penser au Caroni Velier 1994 Guyana Stock. Le verre vide est magnifique avec des parfums de vieille maison en bois patinée et encaustiquée. Merci Dr Django pour le sample."

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    9.3 / 10
    Review by: cigares

    "Heavy and dark Guyana flavors, wood, licorice with a toch of maggi. An intoxicating perfume. A touch of bitterness. No astringency. Perfect balance. Perfect rum to celebrate our engagement. What a moment in life 😍 @Dr.Django thanks for the tasting opportunity 💍❤️🥃"

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    9.3 / 10
    Review by: Tom Buteneers

    "A wonderful rum and I'm happy to have a backup bottle on my shelf. Wonderfully balanced and full bodied, if you get the chance give it a go. "

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    9.2 / 10
    Review by: Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

    "Amazing nose with a perfect balance between round and bitter notes. Unfortunately, palate is way more bitterish and feels a bit unbalanced. A pitty for such legendary rum. Not a bad one though and I'm still very happy I tasted such legend."

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    8.9 / 10
    Review by: Maxence
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    Details about this rum

    Country
    RumX ID
    RX1306
    ABV
    68,5%
    Vintage
    1974
    Bottled
    2003
    Mark
    Wildlife Series No. 1
    Made from
    Molasses
    Age
    28 years
    No. of bottles
    470
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    250€+
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Silver Seal 1974   28yr   68,5% Demerara Rum Wildlife Series No. 1

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    Ø Market value
    1,960€

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