Velier Caroni 35th Release Heavy Trinidad Rum (Trespassers) HTR 1996 20yr 70,1%

Bold Caroni with daring, complex flavors.

This Caroni delivers a robust, complex profile with classic tar, wood, and leather notes. The high-proof spirit shows a well-integrated alcohol touch that our RumX community appreciates highly, making it an unforgettable tasting experience.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Intense, complex flavor profile
    • Integrated, bold alcohol presence
    • Unique vintage Caroni character

    The 35th Release Heavy Trinidad Rum (Trespassers) HTR is a bold, limited-edition release from Caroni distilled in 1996 and aged for 20 years. Bottled at cask strength, its nose opens with tar, woody vanilla, and intriguing pastry hints, while the palate reveals a complex interplay of leather, rubber, and rich wood, balanced by a daring alcohol presence. Our community of RumX members has celebrated its unmistakable Caroni character for being both intense and nuanced. This vintage spirit offers an adventurous tasting journey that rewards patience and thoughtful aeration, making it a standout choice for enthusiasts seeking a unique, collectible rum experience.

    Most frequently mentioned flavors

    Aroma

    Tar Woody Vanilla Glue

    Taste

    Tar Woody Vanilla Leather

    Finish

    Tar Woody Rubber Milk chocolate

    How is this rum rated?

    9.2/10
    87 reviews

    Top 4%

    Trinidad

    Top 8%

    Caroni

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    9.1/10

    "Epic Velier Caroni Tasting 2023: Very aromatic and intense, the high alcohol adds punch but also expressiveness. Lots of vanilla melt on the palate and finish. Excellent 1996 Caroni, although not quite at the top of the vintage."

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    9.0/10

    "In the glass it takes times an eternity, two hours of ventilation is not wrong there.A wonderful nose, beautiful dried fruit. The classic Caroni vibe (burnt tar, rubber) is not quite as pronounced and unexpectedly (70%) the nose is somewhat restrained.In the mouth then brutally the fist, but very, very good. In the finish then still spoils the full load of spices.Beautiful Caroni to enjoy and then freshen up."

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    9.3/10

    "Day 11 of the Samples de luxe calendar. A rum whose bottle has been opened and immediately put into mignonettes. No oxygenation, which explains the virtual absence of Caroni markers. Beyond the sting of alcohol, a very sweet nose with candy sugar, leather and wood. The same sensation is found on the palate. The alcohol is very well integrated (impossible to imagine 70.1%) and the aromas arrive immediately afterwards. Incense, smoke, old leather and wood. I imagine a centuries-old church with wooden pews and weathered leather cushions. Outside, it's the city with its traffic and hints of tar. The finish is splendidly long. Deep, broad aromas. My money was on a very old Demerara. Must be tasted again with oxidation. Tasted again and it seems even better."

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    9.3/10

    "Ultra expressive rum with typical 1996 profile. Perfect balance between round and dirty notes with some candied tropical fruits. Alcohol integration is perfect. An absolute monster and my favorite rum of all time together with its brother 1992 FP 💘"

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX468
    ABV
    70,1%
    Vintage
    1996
    Mark
    HTR
    Made from
    Molasses
    Age
    20 years
    No. of bottles
    1,493
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    250€+
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Velier ‱ Caroni 1996   20yr   70,1% 35th Release Heavy Trinidad Rum (Trespassers) HTR

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    Ø Market value
    992€

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    7
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    7
    Open rate
    6%

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    About the Caroni distillery

    The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 7,808 times with an average of 8.8/10.


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