St. Nicholas Abbey 12 Years old 12yr 40%

Rich, balanced, hints of smoke and fruit.

St. Nicholas Abbey 12 Year Old Rum is elegantly balanced with notes of vanilla, wood, and a nuanced smoky undertone, adored for its fruity and caramel accents.



How does this rum taste?

  • Elegant balanced profile
  • Delightful fruity and caramel notes
  • Sophisticated Bajan character

St. Nicholas Abbey 12 Year Old Rum, crafted in Barbados, is a finely balanced spirit distilled from molasses and aged for 12 years. Featuring notes of caramel, vanilla, and tropical fruits, it provides a smooth drinking experience. Fans laud its elegant, fruity profile, while some mention a desire for a higher ABV to enhance its body. Despite minor critiques on potency, its unique Bajan character stands out, making it a cherished selection among enthusiasts. Limited availability elevates its allure, effectively drawing rum lovers seeking a sophisticated, well-aged choice. Ideal for those appreciating a harmonious blend of woody and smoky subtleties.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Caramel Vanilla Fruity Honey

Taste

Balanced Vanilla Woody Smoky

Finish

Woody Smoky Raisin Dark chocolate

How is this rum rated?

9.0/10
10 reviews

Top 3%

Barbados

Top 19%

St. Nicholas Abbey

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9.5/10

"Best Bajan rum I’ve tasted so far. This release is produced by Foursquare for St. Nicholas Abbey, cause they hadn’t rum aged at this length at this stage of their production. Nowadays they have released a 12yo produced at the estate if I’ve understood it right."

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8.2/10

"Heute bei Jarek als Absacker getrunken. Ein sehr eleganter und ausgewogener Rum. Trotz seiner 40% kann es so einiges, wirkt aber leider etwas zu dünn. Dieser wäre mit ein paar mehr Umdrehungen sicher ein Kracher. Für den jetzigen Preis etwas überteuert und das Geld nicht wert. Zum damalige Preis, als ihn Jarek erwerben konnte, durchaus gerechtfertigt."

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8.8/10

"This one does really well when compared to the 15 year old. Fruity and round and I love the light smoky touch on the palate. Would have loved to try it with a higher ABV because I think it would have done it well."

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8.2/10

"Heute mit Zabo als „Absacker“ getrunken. Mein erster Eindruck bestätigt sich wieder. Sehr leckere Nase, mit Fucht, Toffee, Karamel. Am Gaumen geht die Frucht zurück. Gewürze Karamel, Kokos und etwas Rauch und Holz übernehmen. Beim letzten Mal habe ich festgehalten: „Trotz nur 40% Alkohol angenehm stark.“ Gilt immer noch. Aber unusem Strich leider zu dünn. Dieser Rum in Faßstärke wäre womuder Hammer."

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Details about this rum

Country
RumX ID
RX3847
ABV
40%
Category
Pot & Column Still Rum
Made from
Molasses
Distillation
Pot and Column Still
Age
12 years
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
250€+
Type of spirit
Rum
St. Nicholas Abbey 12yr   40% 12 Years old

How is the price of this rum developing?

Ø Market value
444€

The RumX community has already added 23 bottles to their collections:

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18
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3
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2
Open rate
22%

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About the St. Nicholas Abbey distillery

The St. Nicholas Abbey distillery is located in Barbados. Rums from St. Nicholas Abbey have been reviewed 54 times with an average of 8.0/10.


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