Velier Uitvlugt SP - ICBU

A complex, well-balanced tropical-aged gem.

Rich vanilla and caramel aroma
Complex flavor profile
Excellent balance
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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.

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    How does this rum taste?

    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.

    Aroma

    Caramel Vanilla Glue Spicy

    Taste

    Intense Woody Cream Toffee Coffee

    How is this rum rated?

    9.6/10 34 reviews
    Top 0% Guyana
    Top 2% Uitvlugt

    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.

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

    Unbelievable! A legend!

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

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX3502
    ABV
    52,9%
    Category
    Column Still Rum
    Vintage
    1988
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Age
    17 years
    No. of bottles
    1,091
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    250€+
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Velier • Uitvlugt 1988   17yr   52,9% SP - ICBU

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    About the Uitvlugt distillery

    The Uitvlugt distillery is located in Guyana. Rums from Uitvlugt have been reviewed 2,046 times with an average of 8.5/10.

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