South Pacific S.B.S Fiji 2004 2004

Smooth yet intense Fijian rum experience.

Rich coconut and caramel flavors
Long-lasting finish
Smooth despite high ABV
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S.B.S Fiji 2004 offers notable caramel and coconut aromas with a strong alcoholic profile at 68.3%. Its rich taste may be too intense for some.

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    How does this rum taste?

    The S.B.S Fiji 2004 is a distinguished limited-release rum crafted in Fiji, aged for 18 years and bottled at an impressive 68.3% ABV by 1423 World Class Spirits. Made from molasses using a pot still, this rum is noted for its complex aroma of caramel, coconut, and vanilla, although its high alcohol content is noticeable. Despite its strength, many find it surprisingly smooth and oily, with coconut and caramel elements being dominant on the palate. While it provides a long-lasting finish, it can be somewhat unbalanced, leading to mixed impressions. It's ideal for those seeking an intense, vibrant experience, albeit not the typical Fiji funk some expect.

    Aroma

    Caramel Coconut Glue Vanilla

    Taste

    Coconut Caramel Vanilla Glue

    How is this rum rated?

    7.8/10 29 reviews

    Second tasting: nice and fruity on the nose, better than I remembered. Taste and finish, however, quite smoky (unchanged) Very light nose, very pleasing, no rough edges. Strongly alcoholic on the palate and a continuation of the nose, but with more barrel and roasted aromas. Toasty and unspectacular finish. Hmm, very atypical, alcoholic and not my taste, I miss the Fiji funk and fruitiness. Just about "good".

    Had a few extra samples that I tried on Saturday 😊 The nose is a bit light and the ABV shi es through because the integration is lacking. A bit out of balance but not a bad rum. Needs to rest for a good while or the ABV will bite you.

    Fiji Tasting mit Tasting DomM Im Vergleich zu den anderen Fiji die wir am Abend verkostet haben, hat dieser nicht ganz so gut abgeschnitten. Aber trotzallem kann man ihn gut trinken, aber es gibt weitaus bessere Abfüllungen und Jahrgänge aus diesem Land.

    Surprisingly mild and oily for just under 69%. Aromatically, I would be blind to Barbados or Guatemala. But really tasty and felt eternal finish.

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    Brand
    S.B.S
    RumX ID
    RX14218
    ABV
    68,3%
    Category
    Pot Still Rum
    Vintage
    2004
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Pot Still
    Age
    18 years
    No. of bottles
    210
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <250€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    1423 World Class Spirits • South Pacific 2004 &nbsp; 18yr &nbsp; 68,3% S.B.S Fiji 2004

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    About the South Pacific distillery

    The South Pacific distillery is located in Fiji. Rums from South Pacific have been reviewed 3,257 times with an average of 8.0/10.

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