Velier Caroni High Proof Trinidad Rum (EU) HTR
Aroma reveals robust tar, leather, and menthol; the palate delivers oiliness, wood, and signature Caroni rubber. Praised for bold character and balance, this community favorite suits fans of complex, unapologetically 'dirty' rums.
Oily, tarry, complex—classic Caroni with menthol brightness.
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How does this rum taste?
- Quintessential Caroni dirty profile
- Complex, layered nose and palate
- Alcohol integration praised by many
Dense notes of tar, leather, and menthol define this classic Caroni, balanced by subtle hints of orange and nuts. The oily, earthy palate brings together rubber, wood, and a gentle smoky character, with the 55% ABV seamlessly integrated. RumX tasters rate it highly for its layered, 'dirty' complexity—perfect for those seeking an uncompromising, authentic Trinidad experience. Worth exploring if bold, iconic rums intrigue you.
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About the Caroni distillery
The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 8,783 times with an average of 8.8/10.
To Caroni
"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."
"I had heard differing opinions about this caroni but I found it sublime! I really like the dirty side it has throughout its tasting! Rich and intense flavors with endless persistence! My favorite caroni 2000!"
"A very smooth, well-balanced Caroni. The nose is very sweet, reminiscent of some of the lighter, sweeter Caronis. Caramel candy, hints of hazelnut, pastry, menthol, oak and spices (cinnamon, chili, pepper, vanilla) proliferate in the nostrils alongside the house's typical hydrocarbon and rubber notes. A very gourmand and tempting profile. On the palate, we find an oily, intense rum, both sweet and dirty, combining petroleum notes with the sweetness of caramel, hazelnut and milk chocolate. A fine assortment of spices and woody, empyreumatic (smoky) notes linger on the palate. Fruit is virtually absent, but the sweetness of the profile balances the palate well. The alcohol is well integrated. The finish is relatively long, warm and spicy. Hazelnut and smoky notes return with petroleum aromas, menthol and oak. Caramel and chocolate (particularly dark) give a sweet twist that complements the rest of the profile. A superb Caroni, accessible but very complete and dangerously drinkable."
"Epic Velier Caroni Tasting 2023: Nice, complete HTR Caroni representative without any absolute highlights."