A.H. Riise Royal Danish Navy Rum

Overwhelming sweetness, caramel, orange and a melange of winter spices dominate. One to try if you enjoy dessert-like, candied rums.

7.8  / 10  (169 reviews)

Sweet, smooth, and spicy notes evoke Christmas gingerbread.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • gefährlich süffig, der geht runter wie Öl
    • ein guter Einsteigerrum
    • sehr schöner Süßrum

    Royal Danish Navy Rum by A.H. Riise is a divisive pour, best known for its pronounced sweetness—think caramel, candied orange, honey, and a gentle spiciness. Many describe it as "sehr süß mit künstlichen Aromen von Orange, Karamell, Kuchenteig" (Johannes), while Blaž Ulaga calls it a "very good, rich but still easy sipping rum with character." Notes of gingerbread, cinnamon, and a soft, syrupy mouthfeel pop up repeatedly. The rum’s gentle ABV and inviting aroma—peach, vanilla, and spice—make it a favourite for some, especially in colder months, but its “overwhelmingly sweet” side isn’t for everyone.

    Aroma

    Sweet Vanilla Fruity Peaches

    Taste

    Sweet Caramel Mild Orange

    How is this rum rated?

    7.8  / 10  (169 reviews)
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    Top 29%

    "Very artificial-looking rum. Sweet, slightly fruity, somehow roasted, nutty and wintry spicy. Not subterranean, but not good either."

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    5.2 / 10
    Review by: Tim

    "This rum is way too sweet and caramel is pungent and super dominant. Not my cup of tea. "

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    7.1 / 10
    Review by: Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

    "A tasting from december 2018. Back then, this was okay for me, but today it would be way too sweet. And it would not be called rum today. It is sweet and a bit spicy in the nose, and very sweet in the taste, with notes of candied apples and some spice."

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    5.5 / 10
    Review by: Steffmaus🇩🇰

    "Ein weicher und süßer Rum aus dem Hause A.H. Riise. Rosinen, Pflaumen und Karamell prägen das Geschmacksbild und natürlich die allgegenwärtige Riise-typische Süße. Ein guter Einsteigerrum, nicht mehr aber auch nicht weniger."

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    6.9 / 10
    Review by: heckto🥃
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    Details about this rum

    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX172
    ABV
    40%
    Category
    Navy Rum
    Made from
    Molasses
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <100€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    A.H. Riise 40% Royal Danish Navy Rum

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    opened
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    Open rate
    37%
    Ø Market value
    51€

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