Traditional Rum
Minty, complex Trinidad sipper
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Reviewers consistently praise this Trinidad rum for its vibrant minty notes, balanced dried fruit, and well-integrated woody character. Cherries and prunes add depth, while leather and gentle roasted nuances emerge on the palate, making it a contemplative sipping choice. Many enjoy it in relaxed settings, comparing it to classic TDLs from 2002–2003. Its freshness and complexity make it a standout for fans of nuanced, mature rum.
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About the T.D.L distillery
The T.D.L distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from T.D.L have been reviewed 6,820 times with an average of 8.3/10.
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#5105 08.02.2025 relaxing with a few samples at home. Nose Light wood, mint, light floral, fruits, light, cherry, light caramel, dried fruit. Palate Medium dry, wood, light tannins, fruits, dried fruit, light caramel, faint leather, mint. Finish Medium to long, wood, light tannins, light roasted, light citrus, mint.
A fine drop. Everything that makes a good TDL. Not too much, not too little. Goes on the wish list.
Great TDL with the typical flavor profile of mint, dried fruit (especially prune) and wood, but a bit "dirty" on the palate and finish with leather and roasted aromas. Alcohol perfectly integrated.
Small TDL (blind) crosstasting, including three representatives from 2002. 1st Rx24532 - Swell for Taiwan 55.9% 2. Rx24534 - TWJ 56.1% 3. Rx23409 - V&M 54,1% For me, the Swell has the most mint on the nose and almost goes in the direction of 2003 TDLs (April Batch). The TWJ is fruitier, has more spices and a subtle mintiness. The V&M is very similar to the TWJ on the nose. I can't go into too much detail here, as the three are already very similar and even more so on the palate than on the nose. Everything you'd expect is there, but for me the 2002 TDLs just don't deliver. To me they feel like 2003 TDLs (the minty ones from the April batch), but with the handbrake on. They're all delicious, but they lack that certain something. Especially in view of the prices. Both the CDI TDL 2003 (Rx1629) and the "TDL light" (New Grove - Fine Spirits) were more convincing in a direct comparison (blind - mind you).