Isla del Ron Caroni 1989 27yr 52,5%

RX1872 Pleasant Single Cask 152 bottles Under 250€

“Light Caroni with rich flavors, sweet notes, though slightly alcoholic.”

A standout from Trinidad's Caroni distillery, this rum showcases an intricate blend of unique flavors. A delicate sweetness characterizes its taste, enriched by notes of green apple and licorice. A hint of quince and vanilla lingers in the nose, giving a prelude to its well-balanced taste. Despite its strength, this rum surprises with a wave of flavors that leave a memorable impression with every sip. Its rarity is what makes this rum even more special, with only 152 bottles released, making it a coveted choice for those seeking distinctiveness and exclusivity. This limited edition offering from Isla del Ron stands as a testament to the unique potential and diversity of Caroni rums.

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How does this rum taste?

The "1989" Caroni has a distinct sweetness in the nose, with notes of caramel, vanilla, and green apple. Yet, the palate experience falls flat, with a strong alcohol punch that isn't well-integrated, diminishing its typical Caroni character.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Vanilla Fruity Woody Green fruits Metallic Soap

Taste

Fruity Metallic Licorice Light Tar Sweet

Finish

Licorice Caramel

Community reviews

6.9/1011 ratings

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Oliver

17 February 2023

6.7/10

“Very lovely and sweet Caroni. Unfortunately, the alcohol is not well integrated.”

Aroma

Woody Vanilla Green fruits Alcoholic

Taste

Sweet Ginger Alcoholic Creamy Caramel

Photo of the rum 1989 taken from user Oliver

Johannes

3 January 2023

6.9/10

“Alcohol is not well integrated. Untypical Caroni.”

Photo of the rum 1989 taken from user Johannes

DomM

1 April 2023

6.8/10

“Nose is rather flat… is this the one with sherry finish..?! 🤔Taste is dominating sweet… some wood… alcohol not perfectly integrated. I don’t get Caroni associations here tbh.”

Aroma

Vanilla Fruity Woody Dirty Thin

Photo of the rum 1989 taken from user DomM

Frank

8 September 2020

7.7/10

“In the nose green apple, but not so tangy fresh but rather quince. A slight soapiness. Metallic. Slightly cookie dough. And vanilla with a hint of lemon balm. Strong attack on the palate, a wave of flavors you can't keep up with. And then it's all over again. Spicy sweet, licorice. Lovage remains. Balanced overall.”

Aroma

Fruity Metallic Soap Green apple Bite

Taste

Fruity Metallic Licorice

Jan.Caroni

20 June 2023

6.9/10

“Nose is very sweet. Taste is not impressive. This is definitly a ‘light’ Caroni.”

bossi

20 November 2023

7.8/10

“Blind tasting: the nose reveals this rum to be a lighter, sweeter candidate, which in all probability should come from a column still. Caramel, vanilla, toffee and a little oak. The alcohol is then noticeable on the palate - very powerful at around 60%. After a standing time of just under an hour, the unpleasant alcoholic sharpness disappeared. I suspect an age of about 10 years, perhaps a little younger. The impression from the nose regarding the column still idea is confirmed by the palate - the sweetness is also present. However, it is not a normal Spaniard or what one associates with a Spaniard. It is a little more mouth-filling and also has a spiciness that I only know from rums from Belize. It's more like a column still rum from the UK. This rum reminds me most of the Mount Gay XO Cask Strength. 78 points”

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Trinidad

Distillery
Caroni

Bottler
Isla del Ron

RumX ID
RX1872

ABV
52,5%

Vintage
1989

Cask number
#IdR 015

Made from
Molasses

Age
27 years

No. of bottles
152

Bottle volume
70cl

Price range
Under 250€

Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

210 €

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