Bristol Caroni HTR

HTR presents an inviting aroma of tobacco, vanilla, and oak, yet its flavor falls short, tending to be watered down. Our RumX community sees it as an interesting, if diluted, example of Caroni style that may intrigue adventurous sippers.

7.3  / 10  (19 reviews)

Inviting aroma but a diluted Caroni expression.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Intriguing tobacco and oak aromas
    • 17-year aged complexity
    • Authentic Caroni character hints

    HTR, crafted in Trinidad at the iconic Caroni distillery and aged for 17 years, offers an intriguing aromatic profile of tobacco, vanilla, dried fruit, and oak. Our RumX community appreciates the promising initial notes reminiscent of classic Caroni expressions but notes that the overall taste can feel notably diluted, lacking the full-bodied impact expected from such a heritage rum. While a few enthusiasts still find appeal in its subtle spice and tar nuances, most agree that the flavor doesn't quite live up to its aromatic promise. Still, it remains an interesting option for those curious about Caroni’s legacy and aged rums.

    Aroma

    Tobacco Metallic Vanilla Dried fruit

    Taste

    Dirty Diluted Spice Tar

    How is this rum rated?

    7.3  / 10  (19 reviews)

    "Promising, interesting nose. Caroni notes are present but very much watered down unfortunately."

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    7.1 / 10
    Review by: DomM

    "A very weak representative of his guild. Completely watered down, hardly any aromas left. The nose is still halfway okay, but otherwise simply weak."

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    6.8 / 10
    Review by: Werni

    "Similar to the VSOC Caroni from Bristol, a very inviting nose that disappoints on the palate, as it is again too watered down. Minimally better than the VSOC as you are still drinking a good cigar here."

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    7.3 / 10
    Review by: Christoph

    "Very diluted. I think it lost its typical smell and taste. Too bad...."

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    7.1 / 10
    Review by: Martin Švojgr
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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX2241
    ABV
    40%
    Category
    Column Still Rum
    Vintage
    1998
    Mark
    HTR
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Age
    17 years
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <250€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Bristol Classic Rum • Caroni 1998 &nbsp; 17yr &nbsp; 40% HTR

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    The RumX community has already added 34 bottles to their collections:

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    3
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    Open rate
    15%
    Ø Market value
    178€

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    About the Caroni distillery

    The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 8,824 times with an average of 8.8/10.

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