DDL El Dorado High Ester Blend LBI/DHE 2012 11yr 57%

“Chocolaty and rich, not overwhelming in esters.”

The El Dorado High Ester Blend LBI/DHE is a distinctive Guyanese rum produced by Demerara Distillers Ltd. Distilled in 2012 using a John Dore Pot Still, it ages for 11 years, reaching an ABV of 57%. This rum offers a complex aroma of caramel, vanilla, chocolate, and woody notes. On the palate, it presents pronounced chocolate, vanilla, and fruity flavors. While esteemed for its robust character, it may lack the expected "high ester" funk for some enthusiasts. Overall, it provides a rich, aromatic experience enjoyed by many for its chocolate and caramel profiles, though the alcohol integration may be slightly overpowering for some.

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Highlights

  • Rich chocolate and vanilla flavors
  • Complex aroma profile
  • Bold and aromatic character

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How does this rum taste?

El Dorado High Ester offers caramel, vanilla, and chocolate notes with hints of fruity and woody richness, though some find the ester profile milder than anticipated.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Caramel Vanilla Chocolate Woody Leather Fruity

Taste

Chocolate Vanilla Caramel Fruity Mocha Cream Toffee

Finish

Cappuccino Demerara sugar Dark chocolate Caramel Creme Brulee Coffee

Community reviews

8.7/1030 reviews
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8.6/10

“Finally we have a convincing El Dorado OB again! On the nose the LBI is in the focus with coconut, vanilla, caramel and some chocolate. The DHE adds some glue-y notes and fresh fruits. The blend works very nice on the nose providing a nice and (more) complex twist on a nice Guyana column still nose. On the palate the DHE is more present - some funk and fruit notes alongside vanilla, chocolate and some wood. Nice creamy texture.”

Aroma

Caramel Vanilla Chocolate Coconut Creme Brulee

Taste

Chocolate Vanilla Mocha Caramel Fruity
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8.6/10

“Nice extension of the El Dorado series. The only thing I don't really understand is the high ester. The label and the description don't deliver what is promised. Apart from that, it's a very successful rum. But it needs a little time in the glass. I think it's very good. As @Basti has already mentioned, there is a slight New Yarmouth parallel. Maybe that's why I like it so much 😉.”

Aroma

Leather Vanilla Spice Chocolate Caramel

Taste

Chocolate Caramel Toasted Vanilla Dark
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8.6/10

“#4819 17.08.2024 Tasting with Mads from Romhatten. This one is also a retaste that wasn't added in time 😊 Nose Wood, light roasted, cinnamon, faint caramel, plum, faint mint, pineapple, faint nutts. Palate Oily, round, balanced, wood, light roasted, faint chocolate, light caramel, prunes, cinnamon, faint nutts, warm. Finish Medium to long, wood, light roasted, dried fruit, faint nutts, warm, spice, light caramel.”

Aroma

Woody Roasted Cinnamon Caramel Plum

Taste

Oily Round Balanced Woody Roasted
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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Brand
El Dorado
RumX ID
RX18892
ABV
57%
Category
Pot Still Rum
Vintage
2012
Mark
LBI/DHE
Made from
Molasses
Distillation
John Dore Pot Still
Age
11 ans
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
<100€
Type of spirit
Rum
Demerara Distillers Ltd 2012 &nbsp; 11yr &nbsp; 57% &nbsp; €€ El Dorado High Ester Blend LBI/DHE

How is the price of this rum developing?

89€
Ø Market value

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About the Demerara Distillers Ltd distillery

The Demerara Distillers Ltd distillery is located in Guyana. Rums from Demerara Distillers Ltd have been reviewed 2,468 times with an average of 7.8/10.


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