Diamond Kill Devil 2008 11yr 60,9%

Bold, smoky rum with a polarizing whisky finish.

  • Complex aroma and taste
  • Unique rum-whisky hybrid
  • Limited edition rarity


How does this rum taste?

Kill Devil presents a bold fusion of smoky rum and whisky notes, capturing a unique balance of complexity and intensity that contrasts in aroma and taste.

Kill Devil is a cask strength rum distilled in 2008 at the Diamond distillery in Guyana, aged for 11 years, and bottled by Hunter Laing at an ABV of 60.9%. Known for its smoky profile, this limited edition offers only 690 bottles. Its unique flavor blends rum and whisky notes, creating a complex, bold experience that divides opinion among enthusiasts. The aroma is marked by smokiness, with hints of vanilla and bacon, while the taste brings forth smoky and oily characteristics, complemented by barrel and leather notes. Some tasters appreciate its complexity and whisky finish, while others find it overpowering, making it a polarizing choice in the rum collection.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Smoky Vanilla Whisky Malt Bacon Salty

Taste

Smoky Barrel Oily Complex Whisky Leather

Finish

Barrel Whisky Woody Smoky Spice Anise

Community reviews (42)

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"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." - 9.2/10

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"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." - 8.9/10

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"Nah, guys, not my cup of tea at all. Only for whisky fans. I can also taste dry coffee, but the penetrating whisky note of the finish masks everything, especially in the aftertaste. Fortunately, there is a universe full of other rums." - 6.5/10

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"I do not really like such hybrids, either whiskey or rum. But this one has convinced me that something like that can also work well. The whiskey notes are there and the "peat smoke" is already violent but do not cover the Port Mourant profile but complement complexity. I like, and is a broadening of the horizon." - 8.8/10

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What are the key facts about this rum?

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

How is the price of this rum developing?

157€
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1998   18yr   46%   €€
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7.7/10 (6 reviews)
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About the Diamond distillery

The Diamond distillery is located in Guyana. Rums from Diamond have been reviewed 3,401 times with an average of 8.3/10.


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