Velier Caroni High Proof Trinidad Rum (EU) HTR 2000 17yr 55%

RX5769 Very good 582 bottles Above 250€

8.9/1064 ratings

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“Robust Caroni with balanced workshop aromas and complex, smoky undertones.”

The High Proof Trinidad Rum (EU) HTR is a distinctive Caroni rum from Trinidad, distilled in 2000 and aged for 17 years. It was produced by the Caroni distillery and bottled by the independent bottler Velier, with a limited release of 1704 bottles at 55% ABV. The rum has a unique profile with the nose offering notes of rubber, tar, cinnamon, and leather, exuding complexity. The taste is characterized by leather, rubber, tar, woodiness, and cigar-like flavors. Our community members have high regard for this rum, praising its well-balanced nose, the rich and "dirty" Caroni characteristics, and the intriguing mix of flavors. Enjoy this exceptional Caroni rum for an intense and captivating experience.

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How does this rum taste?

A robust and distinct Caroni with classic dirty and oily notes. Nuances of orange, spices, and smokiness delight the senses. Though some desire more punch, its balanced, intense profile impresses most, capturing Velier's quality in a complex, memorable sip.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Rubber Tar Leather Complex Cinnamon Woody

Taste

Tar Leather Woody Rubber Complex Oily

Finish

Charred Chocolate Rubber Barrel Tar Woody

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Joachim Guger

7 June 2023

8.7/10

“Great drinkable Caroni.Rather dirty, little tar, little wood maturity, it could be a bit more powerful. En par with one or the other good 1997 bottling.”

Aroma

Caramelized Roasted Dried apricot BicycleTube Rubber

Taste

Roasted Smoky BicycleTube Rubber Strong

Giorgio Garotti

18 November 2022

9.0/10

“I had heard differing opinions about this caroni but I found it sublime!I really like the dirty side it has throughout its tasting!”

Aroma

Tar Solvents OrangePeal Barrel Custard

Taste

Tar Leather Cigar OrangePeal Pineapple

Jakob

19 May 2023

8.8/10

“Epic Velier Caroni Tasting 2023: Schöner, kompletter HTR-Caroni-Vertreter ohne absolute Glanzlichter.”

Aroma

Oak Tar Rubber Fruits Vanilla

Taste

Oak Vanilla Green pepper Chocolate Roasted

Photo of the rum High Proof Trinidad Rum (EU) HTR taken from user Jakob

Maxence

14 October 2022

8.7/10

“Nose is really well balanced. Mouth is a bit dirtier. Good Caroni overall but not among the bests.”

Aroma

Coconut Rubber Molasses Vanilla Menthol

Taste

Tar Rubber Menthol Vegetal Banana

Photo of the rum High Proof Trinidad Rum (EU) HTR taken from user Maxence

mto75

7 September 2021

8.9/10

“neben den typischen Caroni-Noten auch vieles was man auf dem Weihnachtsmarkt aufschnappen kann: Orange, Gewürznelken, Zimt, dazu eine gewisse Menthol-Frische. Ein wenig mehr ABV hätten vielleicht noch etwas mehr Power entfaltet.”

Aroma

Spicy Rubber Barrel Cinnamon Clove

Taste

Tar Charred Dirty BicycleTube Leather

Lukas Jäger

16 July 2023

9.0/10

“Starker Caroni in gewohnt hoher Velier-Qualität. Musste sich neben dem Last nicht verstecken, wenngleich er auch nicht die selbe „Caroni-Essenz“ liefert”

Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

20 March 2023

8.7/10

“This is a nice car one with all the lovely Caroni notes and then some. Lightly fruity and complex with an oily palate. The roasted wood and ABV are nicely integrated once rested. Draws nice curtains in the glass. The empty glass is really nice and there's a light smoky note.”

Aroma

Woody Cinnamon Tar Rubber Orange

Taste

Woody Roasted Orange Oily Rubber

Thunderbird

3 October 2021

8.5/10

“In der Nase fast ein typischer Caroni und verheißungsvoll… am Gaumen verliert er aber dann deutlich… keine Caroni-Note sticht wirklich deutlich heraus… alles wird ein wenig bedient, aber nicht überzeugend! Auch der Abgang ist relativ kurz!”

Aroma

Tar Rubber Leather Syrupy Dried dates

Taste

Creamy Tar Herbal Leather Roasted

Oliver

29 April 2023

8.8/10

“Great, spicy, intense nose. The alcohol is very well integrated on the palate. Really good overall package!”

Jeremy Roger 🇫🇷

17 May 2021

9.0/10

“Au nez on reconnais rapidement que c'est Velier, dominé par le caoutchouc, les solvants en fond et des fruits. En bouche aussi ! les marqueurs Caroni sont bien présents. Un fumée/viande persistant qui se laisse remplacé par les typiques goudron et caoutchouc. Et le caoutchouc encore très présent le lendemain au réveil !”

Aroma

Tar Rubber Solvents Fruits CookieDough

Taste

Rubber Leather Woody Complex Orange

tojo

31 August 2021

9.0/10

“Sehr schöner Caroni-Vertreter mit allen typischen Werkstatt-Aromen.”

Aroma

Woody Tar Rubber Dried fruit Leather

Taste

Meaty Rubber Cigar Tar Leather

Frank

8 July 2023

9.0/10

“Gestern auf der genialen Spree-Schiff-Rum-Tour vor dem GRF neben vielen anderen probiert. Tolle dreckig-süße Nase und auch am Gaumen ein ausgeglichener, vollaromatischer Caroni, bei dem ich nichts vermisse. Konnte selbst neben dem Last mir weniger Minze und etwas mehr verbranntem Plastik gut bestehen.”

Photo of the rum High Proof Trinidad Rum (EU) HTR taken from user Frank

Mopar Rules

2 October 2022

8.5/10

“well…no!”

Aroma

Charred Smoky Eucalyptus Tannins Oak

Taste

Barrel Menthol Hot Bite

Master P

15 June 2023

9.0/10

“Sehr schöner Tropfen. Riecht und schmeckt traumhaft”

Aroma

Woody Fruits Orange Cinnamon Spicy

Taste

Orange Oily Leather Woody Complex

Photo of the rum High Proof Trinidad Rum (EU) HTR taken from user Master P

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Trinidad

Distillery
Caroni

Bottler
Velier

RumX ID
RX5769

ABV
55%

Vintage
2000

Mark
HTR

Made from
Molasses

Age
17 years

No. of bottles
582

Bottle volume
70cl

Price range
Above 250€

Type of spirit
Rum

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