Holmes Cay South Pacific 2004 16yr 58%
Complex, bold, bourbon-like with oak influence.
The Holmes Cay 2004 Fiji Rum offers a complex mix of vanilla, caramel, and dark chocolate with spice and oak notes. While bold with a bourbon-like influence, some find it less traditionally Fijian.
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How does this rum taste?
- Complex flavor profile
- Rich vanilla and caramel notes
- Distinct oaky influence
The Holmes Cay 2004 Fiji Rum, crafted at the South Pacific distillery, captures attention with its cask strength and robust ABV of 58%. Aged 16 years, this rum boasts an intriguing array of notes: rich vanilla, caramel, and dark chocolate permeate its profile, complemented by spicy, vegetal undertones, and hints of toffee and olives. While praised for its depth, layered complexity, and satisfying cask influence, some find it diverges from traditional Fijian expectations, leaning towards a bourbon-like sweetness. Its bold, somewhat oaky character and noticeable alcohol presence offer a distinct experience, appealing to those seeking new rum adventures.
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About the South Pacific distillery
The South Pacific distillery is located in Fiji. Rums from South Pacific have been reviewed 2,752 times with an average of 8.0/10.
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mto75
Nov 9, 2022
"the 16 years in American oak are already very noticeable on the nose. With the oak barrel then also comes the accompanying vanilla flavor, plus some caramel. The alcohol also stings a bit on the nose. On the palate, vanilla, dark chocolate, roasted flavors. Impression as with the Nobilis (No.16) 2004 South Pacific: unfortunately rather below average and far from the great 2001 bottlings."
Thunderbird
Mar 13, 2022
"A very pleasant relaxed Fiji with wonderful fruity nose! Creamy it spreads on the palate with beautiful spice and woodiness! The longer he breathes the caramel comes more to the fore !A great rum"
Beancheese
Jun 22, 2024
"This is one of those rums that just doesn’t speak to me. Not a bad offering but not a profile that I particularly enjoy. Quite simple on all fronts, this one offers oak, vanilla, caramel, spice and noticeable alcohol aromas. On the palate I get much of the same - vanilla, oak, some intensity, then spice finally settling into saltiness and a toffee like sweetness. Not a bad rum but for me not something I would really find myself going back for more of."
tojo
Oct 24, 2021
"Odor and flavor notes in the vegetable range. In addition, spices and a strong wood / barrel note. ABV of 58 comes through well."