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Berry Bros & Rudd Caroni Caroni 1997 1997 21yr 60,4%

RX3362 Excellent Column Still Rum Single Cask 231 bottles Above 250€
“Balanced, complex Caroni with tar and fruit notes.”

The Caroni 1997 is a limited release rum from Trinidad, bottled by Berry Bros & Rudd, distilled from molasses using a column still. Aged for 21 years, this rum presents intriguing notes of tar, rubber, and dark chocolate with a fruity undertone. It is highly regarded for its complex and balanced flavor profile, featuring woody and banana nuances along with dark chocolate. Despite its high alcohol content of 60.4%, users report a warm, well-rounded experience. With only 231 bottles available, this rare find appeals to rum enthusiasts seeking depth and character in their spirits.

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Highlights

  • Complex flavor profile
  • Long finish
  • Rich aroma

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How does this rum taste?

The Caroni 1997 offers a complex balance of tar, rubber, dark chocolate, and fruity notes, delivering a uniquely intense and sophisticated tasting experience.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Tar Unknown Rubber Dark chocolate Passion fruit Banana

Taste

Woody Banana Dark chocolate Balanced Complex Molasses

Finish

Woody Tar Rubber Caramel Fruity Mineral

Community reviews

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9.3/10

“This bottle is pretty expensive now, but being able to sample it while on a relaxing trip to The Netherlands won't blast too big a hole in my wallet. This one has to rest for a good while or it will bite you and burn your eyes. Also try with water to release even more flavours. The nose is alcoholic before resting but the the Caroni comes to life with rubber, tar and petrol trailed by fruit, chocolate and a hint of wood and molasses. The palate is intense, complex and well balanced, warm and lightly woody with molasses, fruit, chocolate and tobacco as well as a hint of spices. The finish is forever with wood, rubber and tar as well as a jmhint of caramel.”

Aroma

Tar Rubber Unknown Passion fruit Banana

Taste

Molasses Orange Dark chocolate Warm Balanced
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8.8/10

“Intense and well balanced Caroni.”

Aroma

Tar Unknown Dark chocolate Passion fruit Medicinal

Taste

Balanced Complex Dirty Woody Vanilla
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8.6/10

“For a 97 vintage, a nicely rounded Caroni with rather little dirty and more of the typical bourbon notes.”

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Distillery
RumX ID
RX3362
ABV
60,4%
Category
Column Still Rum
Vintage
1997
Cask number
#181
Made from
Molasses
Distillation
Column Still
Age
21 years
No. of bottles
231
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
Above 250€
Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

614 €
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The RumX community has already added 36 bottles to their collections:

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About the Caroni distillery

The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 6,901 times with an average of 8.8/10.


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