Bacardi Reserva Ocho Rare Gold Rum

Sweet caramel and vanilla aromas lead to a smooth, woody palate with a touch of spice. RumX tasters praise its drinkability and value, making it a reliable choice for everyday enjoyment.

7.0  / 10  (73 reviews)

Caramel and oak with easy sweetness, smooth session sipper.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Smooth caramel-vanilla profile
    • Approachable and easy to sip
    • Great value for aged rum

    Caramel stands out immediately, supported by sweet vanilla and gentle oak, creating a smooth, lightly smoky profile. The Bacardi Reserva Ocho Rare Gold Rum offers easy sipping and balanced sweetness without overwhelming the palate—ideal for those stepping up from entry-level bottlings or seeking a versatile, approachable pour. Worth exploring for fans of mellow, subtly complex rums.

    Aroma

    Caramel Alcoholic Sweet Vanilla

    Taste

    Caramel Woody Alcoholic Sweet

    How is this rum rated?

    7.0  / 10  (73 reviews)
    Top 29% Puerto Rico
    Top 18% Bacardi

    "An rather good all round rum for the price 👍🏻"

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    7.5 / 10
    Review by: BTHHo 🥃

    "Not very different from the 4-year-old I tasted just before. Perhaps less synthetic and boosted with additives. If that's the case, it changes a lot. But the spiciness isn't necessarily pleasant and it's not much more interesting, either on the nose or the palate."

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    6.5 / 10
    Review by: Vincent D

    "Perfectly drinkable"

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    7.5 / 10
    Review by: Darren

    "Distinct sweetness with yet spicy finish and light woody note."

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    8.0 / 10
    Review by: Trinkfluencer
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    Details about this rum

    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX3589
    ABV
    40%
    Category
    Column Still Rum
    Vintage
    2011
    Cask number
    #AN2282
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Age
    8 years
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <50€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Bacardi 2011 &nbsp; 8yr &nbsp; 40% Reserva Ocho Rare Gold Rum

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    The RumX community has already added 191 bottles to their collections:

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    128
    opened
    40
    emptied
    23
    Open rate
    33%
    Ø Market value
    22€

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    About the Bacardi distillery

    The Bacardi distillery is located in Puerto Rico. Rums from Bacardi have been reviewed 1,449 times with an average of 6.0/10.


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