West Indies Plantation Barbados 5 Years (RX133)
Escape to Tropical Bliss: Smooth, Luxurious Barbados Rum
Discover the exceptional taste of Plantation Barbados 5 Years rum, a masterfully crafted spirit from the renowned West Indies distillery, and selected and bottled by Maison Ferrand. This rum is made from molasses using both Pot and Column Still distillation methods, resulting in a unique flavor profile that promises to delight your senses. Indulge in the enticing aroma of vanilla, sweet fruity notes, and fragrant coconut, beautifully complemented by woody undertones. As you take a sip, be captivated by the delightful flavors of sweet caramel, smooth vanilla, and creamy coconut, creating a light and refreshing palate that's perfect for those warm, sunny days. The Plantation Barbados 5 Years rum is renowned for its gentle sweetness and well-balanced flavor profile, making it an ideal choice for both sipping and mixing. Transform your cocktails into tropical paradise with this versatile and delightful rum, or simply savor its rich flavors neat or on the rocks. Experience the ultimate combination of affordable luxury, complexity, and smoothness with this top-notch Barbadian rum. Whether you're a rum connoisseur or exploring the world of rum for the first time, the Plantation Barbados 5 Years rum promises to be a delightful addition to your collection, showcasing the distinctive and enchanting essence of Barbados. Don't miss out on this exceptional rum – experience the taste of the Caribbean in every sip.


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What does this rum taste like?
The flavor profile of Plantation Barbados 5 Years is based on 155 user reviews. We have compiled and summarized the community's tasting notes for you, to give you an impression of the aroma and taste of the rum:
The Plantation Barbados 5 Years rum lures with a delectable blend of vanilla, honey, ripe banana, and toasted coconut. Light but enticingly sweet, this well-balanced rum is perfect for sippers or cocktails. Excellent choice for those seeking quality at an unbeatable price point.
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Smooth and well-balanced flavor
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Delightful aroma
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Versatile for sipping and mixing
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What are the key data of the rum?
Plantation
RX133
40%
Molasses
Pot and Column Still
6 years
70cl
Under 50€
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About the West Indies distillery
The distillery West Indies is located in Barbados. Rums from West Indies have been reviewed 2,264 times with an average of 8.0/10.
Already 155 registered users have rated and tested this rum, leaving an average rating of 7.3 out of 10. A total of users have marked this rum as their favorite (9+ points).
Write a reviewKevin Sorensen 🇩🇰
18 May 2023
„Not as sweet as many of the other Plantation rums but still sweet enough that you get it on the nose. It's a light easy to drink rum that you can sip or use in a cocktail. It does lack complexity but you can't expect that from 5 years of aging. Price to quality is good.“
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BjörnNi 🥃
24 February 2023
„Not as sweet as many other Plantation. That's why it gets a few extra points.“
Rumpalumpa
22 December 2022
„Another surprising value for money Plantation. The Barbados notes (toffee and fruity) are very clear here. A little sweeter due to added sugar, but for the money you can't go wrong.“
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Decky Hicks Doughty
20 July 2022
„Quite peppery on the nose but with big hits of oak and subtle hints of toffee, orange & coconut. The palate is sweet but not clogging. Caramel hits first followed shortly after by waves of lovely coconut before moving into honey and candied fruits. The finish is of a decent length and silky smooth with soft wood and honey notes leading into cocoa. This is a lovely rum and reasonably priced too.“
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Marcus Ekornes
15 July 2022
„Quite vanilla forward and sweet. Perfect for cocktails“
Old Pirate 🏴☠️🇨🇿
15 November 2021
„Young, fresh with some fruits and even it's young it not taste as young. Plantation rums are specific, fruity, floral, light and most of them for a cheap price. This one is cheap and it's bargain. I would recommend it for everyone as fruity reference rum, enjoyable in both worlds - sipping or as a mixer.“
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Lutz Lungershausen
13 December 2022
„Fruity easy sipper“
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epicsune 🇸🇪
14 December 2022
„Sample no.12 of the 24 days of rum calendar 2022. Pineapple, coconut and vanilla comes through after it sita for a while along with some dried fruits. Palate is fruity and sweet, not as sharp as the younger Grand Reserva and the 5 years makes it a bit rounder and mild. Very pleasant sipper.“
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Tom Buteneers
8 October 2021
„Got it as a present from a couple of students at the end of their internship. Neat it’s too sweet for my taste, but it’s a nice starter for when there’s company. Also usable as a mixer.“
Werner10
20 April 2023
„Great value. Not too sweet, vanilla, fruity. Finish is a bit too short imo.“
Gin & Bricks
7 February 2023
„Very pleasing nose without major outliers in any direction. Fruity, some toffee, young wood.Very sweet on the palate and partly already honeyed. Actually too much, but it works here. Slightly alcoholic finish, but above all quite fresh fruit basket.Fullest recommendation for a cozy introduction to's topic rum in general. This Pulle shaves 80% of the supermarket shelf.Addendum - comparison to the Grande Réserve: very different, even if both are often confused (even by dealers). The 5 is much rounder, riper in fruit notes and woodier. The strong sweetness is much better integrated and rounder here.“
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Keujkes
4 August 2022
„Nice rum“
Hordamer Mendelbaum
23 May 2023
„Honey and cloves“
ZLako98
17 May 2023
„At 22€ this is one of the best value entry level rums. I will keep this around🙌🏼🥃“
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Jan Králík
6 April 2023
„Opravdu příjemné překvapení. Chutově mi přijde podobný verzi XO, ale verze XO je ještě o něco lepší. Ale za poloviční cenu je to pecka. Když ve stejné cenové kategorii srovnám s verzemi Grande Reserve a Isle of Fiji, tak tohle je o pořadný kus lepší. Není přeslazený a v chuti kokos, vanilka s trochou čokolády a ovoce.“