Mount Gay Master Select 1703 2017
Most enjoy its dry, oaky vanilla and balance. Critics find it underpowered, slightly thin and too pricey. Consensus: a well-crafted, easy Mount Gay for those who like classic, drier rums.
Fans of classic, dry Barbados rum who enjoy gentle oak, vanilla and baking spice and want an elegant, easy sipper without added sugar.
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How does this rum taste?
Dry, elegant, oaky Mount Gay sipper
If you like Mount Gay XO or other dry Barbados blends but want something a bit more polished (not stronger), this keeps that profile with extra oak and smoothness.
High-ester funk lovers, proof hounds wanting 50%+ ABV punch, or drinkers seeking very sweet, dessert-style rums.
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About the Mount Gay distillery
The Mount Gay distillery is located in Barbados. Rums from Mount Gay have been reviewed 2,764 times with an average of 8.0/10.
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Oaky vanilla, chocolate spread on toast and plump dried fruit, with wood spice, roasted coffee bean and ripe tropical fruit
mega pity... the nose is extremely promising.... mango, wood, vanilla, some rose
Re-tasted today. great nose with light Esther and great and complex flavor. Almost excellent...
Good rum. Surprised by the lack of smell though