Diplomatico Seleccion de Familia

This rum apparently has a higher proportion of pot still distillate than the two standard bottlings, however, the harmonious profile of this Spanish is masked by the high dosage. Too bad.

The nose is pleasant and suggests a sweetened product alongside caramel, vanilla, wood and tobacco. On the palate, the sweetness is confirmed by honey, brown sugar and raisins and is complemented by the impressions from the nose. Well chosen drinking strength. The finish is sweet, spicy and woody with aromas of caramel, vanilla and some herbs, but slightly watered down. Still worth a recommendation.

This Botucal is too sweet for me, although the 43% is a good fit. I had expected a little more. As I've already tried a few Botucals, I would prefer the Botucal #3 from the series, which has been my favorite so far.

Nothing exceptional, but much better than other Diplomaticos (Réserva in particular) sold in bars or supermarkets. With fewer added sugars, it's sure to go down well as a digestive.

Molasses, roasted notes, raisin, honey and very very smooth. Less sweet than the reserva exclusiva but still on the sweeter side. Also more expensive.

Personally, one of the best rums I ever tasted, very round and fruity. Talking with a friend, we talked about how well overproof suits on Venezuelan rums and this product is proof of it. The nose on this rum is just a delicacy, highly recommended. :)

This is a rum in the lower price range. That said its still a pretty good buy and in my opinion a good beginner rum as well because it is sweet and well balanced. The nose is sweet and fruity with wood, vanilla, nuts and a hint of honey. The palate is sweet, light and woody with fruits, vanilla and earthy notes. The finish is short to medium and sweet with wood, vanilla and raisin.

Clearly the Botucal nose, slightly less sweet and therefore more pleasant than the Reserva Exclusiva. Goes down very well, easy to drink. But neither complex nor exciting and still a clear honey-like sweetness.

From a complete rum rookie: smooth, bit sweet (nor too much) but with a good variety of flavours. Finish is great, hinting at fruits and wood. Would have no problem buying this again.

Very pleasant improvement in comparison to original Diplomatico. The few years in sherry casks improve the roundness of the experience pretty well. The price is maybe little to much but still I am quite happy and I can recommend this one.

Very good, not as sweet as Diplomatico Exclusive

Nose is a sweet rum with vanilla and dried fruits. Caramel and sweet raisins with vanilla and tropical fruits. A light peppery and overripe tone on the palate.

Ich kenne ja schon den Diplomatico Reserva, der mir auch sehr gut schmeckt, dieser ist aber für mich noch besser. Sehr rund, Vanille und Honig, aber überhaupt nicht aufdringlich süß. Einer meiner Favoriten.

si il n'y a vraiment aucun ajout de sucre, il est plutôt agréable, simple mais agréable.

Lijkt erg op reserva exclusiva. Erg lekker