Clarendon Rum Sponge No. 13 2007 15yr 57,1%

RX16126 Very good Pot Still Rum Single Cask 262 bottles

“Unique, spicy anise flavor; aromatic, fruity with a herbal twist.”

Discover the exquisite and enchanting taste of the Rum Sponge No. 13, a masterfully crafted rum from the renowned Clarendon distillery in Jamaica. Selected and bottled by the esteemed independent bottler Decadent Drinks LTD, this delicacy distilled in 2007 from Molasses with a Pot Still and aged for 15 years is sure to exceed your expectations. Limited to just 262 bottles, dive into a world of captivating aromas, with prominent notes of anise, fresh and phenol, perfectly complemented by a medicinal and papaya undercurrent. Your tastebuds will relish in the flavors of this exceptional rum, presenting a delectable fusion of anise, tropical fruit, herbal, peppery and barrel nuances. The Rum Sponge No. 13 is a must-try spirit with its unique and inviting character, a true testament to the expertise of its creators. Unveil the remarkable essence of Jamaica in every sip and experience an unforgettable journey for your senses. Indulge in the tantalizing rhythm of the Rum Sponge No. 13 – taste the paradise today!

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How does this rum taste?

Rum Sponge No. 13 offers a unique twist on Jamaican rum with its herbal, anise-led profile balanced by subtle tropical fruitiness. It's intriguing yet divisive, with a lively spice mix and a robust 57.1% ABV punch.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Anise Fresh Unknown Lemon Toasted Mango

Taste

Anise Peppery Tropical fruit Herbal Minty Barrel

Finish

Tea Vanilla Peppery Tropical fruit Vegetal Caramel

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Oliver

29 June 2023

8.3/10

“Great anise and fennel associations! Very special, but really exciting. Nice balance of fruitiness and spicy flavors on the palate.”

Aroma

Anise Herbal Unknown Papaya Medicinal

Taste

Herbal Anise Unknown Tropical fruit Unknown

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user Oliver

cigares

1 June 2023

8.0/10

“A rum tasted online with Angus MacRaild. The color is quite pale. The nose is marked by aniseed and even fennel - strange! But also phenol. The palate is also marked by anise/fennel, but fruit is immediately present. The finish is long and still marked by the decidedly herbaceous sides of this rather strange rum. The empty glass gives fruit and anise/fennel equal billing.”

Aroma

Anise Unknown Phenol

Taste

Umami Anise Herbal

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Jakob

1 June 2023

8.3/10

“In the approach, the brute aromatics, which the rum on the original strength probably had, is still recognizable - but the targeted reduction to a good 57% results in an exciting alternative to the already existing Clarendon 2007 releases. The aromatics definitely open up new facets and is far from the alcoholic force of the releases with a good ten percent more by volume on the road.”

Aroma

Anise Olive Herbal Papaya Caramel

Taste

Tropical fruit Mango Minty Barrel Herbal

Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

3 June 2023

8.2/10

“Also a very nice release with really good balance between the elements. Not as elegant as No. 17 but still nice and fruity. There is a lovely freshness to this one and the roasted notes are very light. The empty glass is really nice and I can pick up some chocolate and light minty notes.”

Aroma

Woody Roasted Fresh Grass Lemon

Taste

Woody Licorice Lemon Orange Anise

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

Thunderbird

7 June 2023

8.5/10

“For its age a wonderfully round Clarendon with beautiful fruit notes and very pleasant spice! Class bottling”

Aroma

Anise Mango Lemon Unknown

Taste

Anise Barrel Licorice Umami Tropical fruit

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Frank

1 June 2023

8.2/10

“Rum Sponge - RumX-live-Tasting, der fünfte und letzte des Abends. Dieser wurde deutlich von 67% auf 57% verdünnt, was dem Genuss aber nicht abträglich ist. Nase: interessant, fruchtig, aber zugleich etwas medizinisch, ganz leicht Richtung Phenol. Dazu aber ausgeprägter Essig und etwas Frisches, wie in Essig eingelegte Peperoni. Die Frucht geht in Richtung Papaya. Eine leichte Süße von Zuckersirup oder Karamell mit Anis. Doch etwas schwächer im Vergleich zu den anderen… 8,1 Gaumen: unerwartet würzig-speckig mit viel Anis und fetter, süßlicher Tonkabohne. Dahinter ganz leicht Minze, die gleich von Zitronenschale eingefangen wird. Leicht metallisch. 8,3”

Aroma

Fruity Phenol Medicinal Vinegar Papaya

Taste

Intense Bacon Anise Minty Unknown

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user Frank

RumTaTa

22 June 2023

8.1/10

“Wow, die Nase startet mit Eukalyptus und Fenchel, das ist ja grandios! Dazu viel Frucht und Lack. Gefällt mir auf Anhieb! Am Gaumen wirkt der Rum ausgewogen und noch ein wenig jung. Der Nachklang ist auch sehr fruchtig und bringt erfreulich wenig Holz oder Bitterkeit. Sehr guter relativ junger Clarendon!”

Aroma

Eucalyptus Varnish Unknown Fresh Phenol

Taste

Anise Tropical fruit Herbal Unknown Umami

Mike H.

20 June 2023

7.9/10

“Interesting flavor profile but not really my thing.”

Aroma

Anise Unknown Fresh Mango Toasted

Taste

Anise Tropical fruit Licorice Peppery Minty

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user Mike H.

TheRhumhoe

23 July 2023

8.2/10

“Un Clarendon qui se distingue par un nez original sur les épices (piment, anis) les herbes aromatiques et les notes médicinales. C’est à la fois frais et végétal, avec une touche d’originalité pour un rhum jamaïcain. Les fruits et les phénols ne sont pas loin, mais clairement secondaires ici. L’attaque en bouche est astringente et puissante. Les fruits arrivent en premier lieu mais sont rapidement effacés par une flopée d’épices intenses, allant du réglisse, au poivre en passant par l’anis, le piment et les herbes aromatiques. Puis jaillissent des notes médicinales, de notes de sel et de l’umami avec un boisé soutenu. L’alcool pourrait être mieux intégré dans l’ensemble. La finale est de bonne longueur. Elle présente des saveurs chaudes et épicées, amères et végétales. Ce n’est qu’après que les fruits et le caramel apportent une touche de douceur à ce profil rustre et atypique. Un drôle de Clarendon qui s’illustre de par son originalité mais qui manque de finesse.”

Aroma

Medicinal Ester Polish Pineapple Tropical fruit

Taste

Tropical fruit Pineapple Mango Papaya Alcoholic

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user TheRhumhoe

Adrian Wahl

1 June 2023

8.2/10

“Solider Clarendon 2007. Sehr prominent Anis in der Nase. Nicht das Profil was ich mag bei Clarendon, aber gut.”

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user Adrian Wahl

Johannes

4 June 2023

8.3/10

“Not quite a typical Clarendon. For a Clarendon very fruity! Also, lots of spices with licorice, anise and juniper. Also citrus notes. Really exciting!”

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Tim

2 June 2023

8.1/10

“Ein junger Rum mit Estern, der Assoziation an saure Früchte wie grüne Äpfel, Ananas und Zitrusfrüchte weckt. Das ganze wird durch Honig, Vanille und Geröstetem schön abgerundet, auch wenn sich der Rum nicht reif genug anfühlt. Im Mund überwältigt die Ladung von sauren Früchten, wobei zudem eine alkoholische Schärfe und eine pflanzliche Teenote hinzukommt, welche im Abgang zusammen mit Schokolade dominiert. Interessant und abwechslungsreich, aber nicht gerade harmonisch nach meinen Vorstellungen.”

Aroma

Tropical fruit Pineapple Lime Sour Ester

Taste

Apple Tropical fruit Pineapple Sour Lime

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user Tim

Christian Rudt

1 June 2023

8.2/10

“Find diesen Clarendon an der Nase fantastisch diese Kombination aus Anis und tropischen Früchten ist wirklich toll und einladend. Am Gaumen dann deutlich röstiger und auch etwas zu scharf. Frucht ist vorhanden könnte aber gerne mehr sein.”

Aroma

Mango Anise Fresh

Taste

Anise Peppery Tropical fruit Barrel Mango

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user Christian Rudt

Rodolphe

6 August 2023

8.5/10

“Un bon Clarendon qui sait sortir des sentiers battus avec un profil plus végétal et des fruits plutôt en arrière plan. C'est très sympa. Après je préfère quand même son homologue 2007 de la collection antipodes.”

Aroma

Anise Unknown Mango Caramel Fruity

Taste

Anise Peppery Herbal Tropical fruit

Stefan Persson

7 July 2023

8.0/10

“Overall an interesting rum lacking expected funkiness and esters.”

Aroma

Fresh Round Fruity Anise Lemon

Taste

Fruity Peppery Minty Orange Lemon

Photo of the rum Rum Sponge No. 13 taken from user Stefan Persson

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Jamaica

Distillery
Clarendon

Bottler
Decadent Drinks LTD

Brand
Rum Sponge

RumX ID
RX16126

ABV
57,1%

Category
Pot Still Rum

Vintage
2007

Made from
Molasses

Distillation
Pot Still

Age
15 years

No. of bottles
262

Bottle volume
70cl

Type of spirit
Rum

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