Abuelo 12 Años

Smooth, sweet vanilla and caramel sipper

Buyers describe it as sweet and smooth, dominated by caramel and vanilla, with roasted and fruity undertones. Many recommend it as an excellent value and a great start for those new to rum.

7.1/10 226 reviews

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    How does this rum taste?

    Great value for price
    Easygoing for beginners
    Versatile for cocktails

    Most buyers love Abuelo 12 Años for its approachable sweetness and balance, described as caramel, vanilla, and woody with hints of dried fruits and a touch of smokiness. Many enjoy it neat, but it's also a favorite in classic cocktails like Cuba Libre, thanks to its accessible price and consistent profile. With over 220 reviews, it's a popular choice for beginners and value-seekers who want a smooth, easygoing sipper that doesn’t disappoint.

    Aroma

    Caramel Woody Vanilla Brown sugar

    Taste

    Sweet Caramel Vanilla Woody

    How is this rum rated?

    7.1/10 226 reviews

     I think it’s a quite mediocre rum relaying on sugar. It has definitely tastes similar to other Panama rums, but it’s weaker than the ones I like. Picture: From a blind test with Ian Burrell at Birka Cruises.

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    5.8 /10
    Review by: Stefan Persson

     Nez magnifique, sur la vanille et la banane et une pointe d’Esther, étrange pour un 40 degrés… Bouche ample et chaleureuse avec un le très belle touche de bananes flambées. Finale courte mais sur le grillé

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    8.0 /10
    Review by: Mc Pirate

     A quite plain rum, not badante, but i raccomand it to people who are user to very smooth rum on the sweet side. Some spice, vanilla and not so much further. The little brother, 7 years old, is more and more interesting.

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    5.0 /10
    Review by: Rummiamo

     This is another of the good low cost rums out there and as time has progressed my score has gone up for this rum. In my mind very well balanced especially if you consider the price tag on it. This one I would also consider a rum for both beginners as well as those more picky in rums.

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    6.8 /10
    Review by: Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰
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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX214
    ABV
    40%
    Category
    Rum Based Spirit
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Age
    <12 years
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <50€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Varela Hermanos &lt;12yr &nbsp; 40% Abuelo 12 Años

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    The RumX community has already added 422 bottles to their collections:

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    241
    opened
    114
    emptied
    67
    Open rate
    43%
    Ø Market value
    34€

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    About the Varela Hermanos distillery

    The Varela Hermanos distillery is located in Panama. Rums from Varela Hermanos have been reviewed 1,153 times with an average of 7.5/10.

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