Diamond Kill Devil

Smoky rum with notable whisky influence.

Kill Devil from Diamond distillery offers a smoky, whisky-influenced experience. The rum's distinctive profile is sought by those who favor complex and whisky-like notes.

8.2/10 49 reviews

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    How does this rum taste?

    Unique whisky influence
    Complex flavor profile
    Well-balanced integration

    Kill Devil is a distinctive rum from Guyana's Diamond distillery, selected and bottled by Hunter Laing. Crafted from molasses, this rum was aged 11 years and bottled at cask strength, boasting a robust 60.9% ABV. Limited to only 690 bottles, this release is known for its smoky character influenced by a port Ellen whisky finish. User reviews frequently discuss the unique amalgamation of rum and whisky notes, emphasizing smoky, barrel, and oily flavors while critiquing the overwhelming whisky presence. This rum appeals to those adventurous enough to appreciate its complex profile, particularly fans of peated and smoky spirits.

    Aroma

    Smoky Vanilla Whisky Malt

    Taste

    Smoky Barrel Oily Whisky

    How is this rum rated?

    8.2/10 49 reviews

     A very special animal with its Port Ellen finish. Although I‘m not a huge fan of Islay Whiskies this combination works very well and makes a rounded and complex Rum/Whisky combo.

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    9.2 /10
    Review by: DomM

     Unfortunately a disappointment. Doesn't taste good to me. Subtly fruity on the finish, otherwise rather too earthy. Reminds me too much of whisky. Too bad I bought a whole bottle. Maybe I'll make a whisky friend happy with it I can hardly get it down even on the second try. I just don't like it.

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    3.5 /10
    Review by: Jan Lu

     01.02.2025 Retasting at the "Nordlichter Treffen 2025". Still a very good rum in my mind. --------------------- This is one of my favourite diamond releases and the price tag is definitely matching what you get. I other words a very good buy at release. The nose is fruity with caramel and maple as well as very light smoky wood. The palate is complex with fruit, smoky wood and spices and a light tobacco note. The finish is long with smoky wood, orange and nice spices.

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    8.9 /10
    Review by: Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

     Geruch ist recht intensiv. Sehr ledrig, rauchig. Der Geschmack entspricht dem Geruch, allerdings deutlich extremer. Keine Süße, keine Frucht, aber extrem würzig und die Würze hält sehr lange vor. Mir persönlich etwas zu extrem.

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    5.2 /10
    Review by: Chuck Nörris
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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    Brand
    Kill Devil
    RumX ID
    RX2720
    ABV
    60,9%
    Vintage
    2008
    Made from
    Molasses
    Age
    11 years
    No. of bottles
    690
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <250€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Hunter Laing • Diamond 2008 &nbsp; 11yr &nbsp; 60,9% Kill Devil

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    The RumX community has already added 39 bottles to their collections:

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    25
    opened
    6
    emptied
    8
    Open rate
    36%
    Ø Market value
    100€

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    About the Diamond distillery

    The Diamond distillery is located in Guyana. Rums from Diamond have been reviewed 4,212 times with an average of 8.3/10.

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