Diplomático / Botucal Mantuano
Aromas of caramel, vanilla, and wood lead into a palate of mellow sweetness, spice, and subtle dried fruit. Community consensus points to solid everyday value, especially for those seeking an accessible and versatile rum.
Vanilla, caramel, dried fruit — smooth and easygoing sipper.
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How does this rum taste?
- Balanced vanilla and caramel notes
- Not overly sweet or cloying
- Great for cocktails and beginners
Vanilla and caramel are the stars here, wrapped in gentle woody and fruity notes that RumX tasters often compare favorably to more expensive siblings. Subtle sweetness, balanced spice, and a touch of dried fruit make it approachable, with many reviewers highlighting its value for cocktails or easy sipping. Worth exploring if you appreciate a smooth, not-too-sweet Venezuelan rum.
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About the Destilerías Unidas S. A. distillery
The Destilerías Unidas S. A. distillery is located in Venezuela. Rums from Destilerías Unidas S. A. have been reviewed 2,912 times with an average of 7.4/10.
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"7,7:The nose of this rum is very typical. It is a work around caramel, with a well-burnt and dark tendency, lot s of tropical fruit-banana....Coffee and molasses are mixed in to create a dense and concentrated liquid. Then we oscillate between melted wood and notes of wet cardboard, before the pepper comes in to give it a little kick and freshness. But that's without counting on the vanilla which adds to the sweetness and the sugary sensation. After airing the cane has a chance to stick its head out again. It now appears with its straw and even a little bitter lime zest, all very candied and melted though. The woodiness is dusty, it's a roasted nuts at the end. 7,8:The palate is quite balanced and again very typical. There is an impression of sweetness which is balanced by the dryness of the roasted nuts. Then this palate becomes decidedly round and flattering, with notes of honey, molasses, coffee and light tobacco, slightlysmoky. It remains quite intense and not so sweet. Vanilla appears in touches, linking the wood and the sweetness, again tropical fruit-banana as a leader. 7,4:The finish is soft and rather discreet, it vanishes quite quickly."
"Primarily sweet on the nose. Vanilla, caramel and banana? Then rather flat in the mouth, sweet here too, vanilla and caramel, perhaps also some milk chocolate. The finish is short and flat with vanilla, a little sour and despite the 40% alcohol can be tasted."
"Nothing special. Very light but fruity and sweet."
"Of the diplomatic ones, the weakest. Sweet and quite simple, it drinks perfectly. I accompanied it with friends and grilled meat, typical of my country. That always raises the note. Salu! 🥃"