The Duchess Caroni Nautilus 1991 31yr 54,1%

RX17861 Very good Single Cask 136 bottles 250€+
“Distinctive Caroni with tar and apricot aroma.”

The Nautilus Rum is a rare Trinidadian spirit from the renowned Caroni distillery, selected by independent bottler The Duchess. Distilled in 1991 and aged 31 years, it is bottled at cask strength with a robust 54.1% ABV. With only 136 bottles released, this rum offers a complex sensory experience. Tasting notes reveal intriguing aromas of apricot, rubber, and a subtle woodiness. On the palate, expect a blend of tar, caramelized notes, and dark chocolate, underscored by a hint of green pepper. Despite its notable Caroni character, some find it lacking in balance, particularly with the integration of alcohol. Available on RumX, this rum holds a unique appeal for collectors.

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Highlights

  • Distinctive Caroni character
  • Complex aroma profile
  • Limited edition rarity

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How does this rum taste?

The Nautilus Rum is a Caroni classic with apricot and rubber aromas and a tar-forward palate, yet experiences mixed reviews on taste balance and alcohol integration.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Rubber Tar Apricot Woody Light Vanilla

Taste

Tar Chocolate Caramelized Roasted Green pepper Alcoholic

Finish

Woody Light Burnt Mineral Fruity Apple

Community reviews

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9.0/10

“Very fruity with the recognizable Caroni notes present but not overpowering. Very well balanced and easy to drink, the 54,1% hits the perfect spot.. Glad to have a couple cl left after the split on the forum. Happy to give my father a taste of it today.”

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8.0/10

“Dieser Caroni ist mehr auf der würzig dunkleren Seite. Nehme ich an der Nase noch Fruchtnoten von gelben Früchten und Pfirsich wahr, verlieren sich diese am Gaumen vollends.. dort sind nur Gewürze, röstige und chemische Aromen. Diese setzen sich auch im Abgang fort. Das ist kein Caroni, der mir zusagt..da fehlt mir die Fruchtigkeit und Ausgewogenheit.”

Aroma

Tar Vanilla Peaches Yellow fruits

Taste

Tar Vanilla Phenol Soft Creamy
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7.6/10

“Etwas sprittiger, scharfer 1991er. Nur sehr leichte Caroni-Anklänge. Da hat man bei manchen 91er TDL's mehr Caroni-Feeling. Etwas bitter, etwas Teer. Insgesamt überhaupt kein guter Caroni. Der Preis von 1000€ ist eine Zumutung für die Qualität.”

Aroma

Tar Light Oily Barrel Rubber

Taste

Alcoholic Tar Barrel Red fruits Green pepper

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Distillery
Bottler
RumX ID
RX17861
ABV
54,1%
Vintage
1991
Bottled
2023
Made from
Molasses
Age
31 years
No. of bottles
136
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
250€+
Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

995 €
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About the Caroni distillery

The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 7,119 times with an average of 8.8/10.


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