2008

Fruity, smoky, minty—not your usual TDL

Distinctive smoky menthol
Rich tropical fruit notes
Strong complexity
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Described as complex and original, with menthol, smoky blackcurrant, and even bacon notes. Recommended for its vibrant mix of fruit, smoke, and herbs, especially for adventurous palates.

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Details about this rum

Country
Distillery
RumX ID
RX19262
ABV
61%
Vintage
2008
Bottled
2024
Made from
Molasses
Age
14 years 4mo
No. of bottles
240
Bottle volume
50cl
Vagabond Spirits • T.D.L 2008   14yr   61% 2008

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    How does this rum taste?

    Fans love this Trinidad rum for its unique mix of smoky menthol, blackcurrant, and tropical fruits, with bacon and mint often mentioned as standout notes. Reviewers appreciate its complexity and the freshness typical of T.D.L, noting it's powerful yet balanced. Many compare it favorably to similar 2008 releases and enjoy it both neat and with a splash of water to reveal its herbal depth. Given the limited 240-bottle run and consistently high ratings, it’s a sought-after release worth grabbing if you appreciate bold, unconventional profiles.

    Aroma

    Menthol Blackcurrant Vanilla Smoky

    Taste

    Minty Menthol Blackcurrant Mango

    How is this rum rated?

    Rating (0-10)
    8.7/10 44 reviews
    Top 26% Trinidad
    Top 13% T.D.L

    Wow, what a slap in the face! The nose is quite linear but very fruity and almost smoky. On the palate, it's an uppercut! Stunned by the fruit, the tea, the menthol, for me lots of mango and peach, A beautiful finish that never ends, hats off to you!

    Impressionnant. Un TDL d'une complexité impressionnante, il y a de tout, c'est un régal ! Une salade de fruit, avec des notes sombres et de la gourmandise par dessus... Bref, une masterclass.

    A very empyreumatic rum right from the nose, which is rather rare. Vegetal notes on the palate. Lots of power and richness. Good length. Excellent.

    Das tolle Design von Vagabond ist kein Blender. Dieser Rum ist sehr geil! Menthol, Früchte aller Art, Holz, gebrannter Zucker, Gewürze... sehr komplex und bekanntlich kommt das Beste zum Schluß: Ein herausragender Abgang! Wow, der hat Power und ist komplex.

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    The T.D.L distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from T.D.L have been reviewed 6,801 times with an average of 8.3/10.

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