Velier Uitvlugt SP - ICBU 1988 17yr 52,9%

RX3502 Nearly perfect Column Still Rum 1,091 bottles 250€+

“A complex, well-balanced tropical-aged gem.”

The 'SP - ICBU' is a limited edition rum selected and bottled by Velier, originating from Guyana's Uitvlugt distillery. Distilled in 1988 from molasses and matured for 17 years, this rum boasts a robust 52.9% ABV. Enthusiasts acclaim its rich fragrance of vanilla, caramel, and subtle spice, complemented by notes of coffee and chocolate on the palate. Praised for its complexity and balance, it offers a unique sensory experience with sweet raisin, demarara sugar, and polished wood undertones. Despite varying palate preferences, many recognize it as a standout tropical-aged Demerara offering a deep, harmonious profile. This rare gem is highly coveted among collectors, sparking significant interest in RumX reviews and marketplace listings.

Where can I buy this rum?

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Highlights

Rich vanilla and caramel aroma
Complex flavor profile
Excellent balance

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How does this rum taste?

The 'SP - ICBU' rum surprises with intense vanilla and caramel notes. It's richly complex, featuring coffee and chocolate flavors, praised for balance and depth.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Vanilla Caramel Glue Spicy Cinnamon Elegant

Taste

Intense Coffee Cream Toffee Milk chocolate Complex Woody

Finish

Orange peel Coffee Cola Leather Spicy Woody

Community reviews

9.6/1034 ratings

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Jakob

19 July 2024

9.6/10

“Absolute top class from Guyana - and I have to say by now: This is indeed the clear king of the Velier Uitvlugts. Absolutely round, close to perfection.”

Aroma

Vanilla Synthetic Citrus Yellow fruits Caramel

Taste

Milk chocolate Coffee Oak Vanilla Cream Toffee

Photo of the rum SP - ICBU taken from user Jakob

Giorgio Garotti

1 March 2023

9.6/10

“What can I say about this uitvlugt 1988!A poem!Rich, intense full of scents!The best uitvlugt I've ever tasted for now!”

Aroma

Creme Brulee Dried apricot Orange peel White chocolate Toasted

Taste

Coffee Dark chocolate Orange peel Blackberry Prunes

Photo of the rum SP - ICBU taken from user Giorgio Garotti

Johannes

22 June 2024

9.7/10

“Unbelievable! A legend!”

Oliver

3 December 2021

9.4/10

“Could not keep up with the 1997 and 1996 in the blind tasting. Nevertheless, an excellent rum!”

Aroma

Parfum Complex Spicy Dried fruit Vanilla

Taste

Spicy Intense Parfum Woody Leather

Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

17 November 2022

9.6/10

“This is an absolute highlight. One of the best Demerara I've tried so far. Strong flavours from pouring and while resting I could pick up the nose from my couch. Intense, oily and well balanced from start to finish. Love it and would love a bottle, but that would be extremely expensive. The empty glass is an absolute wonder of the world after an hour. The price tag on this bottle was very low at release and it has gon up by a factor of at least 50x”

Aroma

Polish Earthy Caramel Dried fruit Berries

Taste

Woody Tar Caramel Orange Intense

Rum Freund

5 May 2023

10.0/10

“Liquid Legend🔥Simply a Perfect Rum!”

Christoph H.

4 April 2022

9.8/10

“For me, the spearhead of tropically matured Demeraras.The nose welcomes you quite warm and set. Wonderfully integrated glue.Fresh, aromatic and warm pipe tobacco. Oodles of sugary raisins, dried dates and coconut oil. The sweetness is also complemented by demerara sugar, caramel and creme brulee. Very nicely integrated old wood. Everything has a very heavy depth and is incredibly balanced.Very set in the mouth. Lots of old wood, polish, dried fruit, orange peel and a very nice natural sweetness. Bitterness is virtually non-existent here and the alcohol is excellently integrated.Even if I stand overall, and especially with Demerara Rum, rather on the continental side, this rum is for me an absolute masterpiece”

Aroma

Dried dates Prunes Raisin Coconut Iodine

Taste

Balanced Supple Intense Complex Concentrated

Robert Bauer

3 March 2021

9.6/10

“No 1 Rum in the world imo.”

Aroma

Glue Sesame Mango Spicy Complex

Taste

Oily Coffee Milk chocolate Meaty Intense

Arthur Wunderlich

5 May 2022

10.0/10

“Best rum !”

Pavel Spacek

4 March 2023

8.3/10

“97 points? Same peffection as Skeldon 78? Come on, no way. Way far from that. Good, but more alcohol taste and less wood/nutz/fruity/blossom taste.”

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Guyana

Distillery
Uitvlugt

Bottler
Velier

RumX ID
RX3502

ABV
52,9%

Category
Column Still Rum

Vintage
1988

Made from
Molasses

Distillation
Column Still

Age
17 years

No. of bottles
1091

Bottle volume
70cl

Price range
250€+

Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

7,899 €

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