Berry Bros & Rudd Versailles Finest Demerara Rum 1985
A distillation of rich, woody essence.
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The Finest Demerara Rum, distilled at Versailles in Guyana in 1985, is a quintessential representation of the wooden pot still tradition. Aged for 22 years and bottled by Berry Bros & Rudd, it offers a complex nose of dried fruit and woody undertones with hints of tea, almond, and pencil shavings. On the palate, woody and herbal notes dominate, complemented by an oily, slightly salty texture. Appreciated for its balance and distillate-driven character, it maintains a medium-long finish with earthier flavors like licorice and plum, resonating well among enthusiasts who enjoy rich and intricate rums. RumX users commend its authenticity and craftsmanship.
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About the Versailles distillery
The Versailles distillery is located in Guyana. Rums from Versailles have been reviewed 551 times with an average of 8.4/10.
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Genauso stelle ich ihn mir vor und genauso schmeckt er auch. Trotz des geringen ABV ist er denoch genial und braucht auch wirklich mehr wumms. Rundum ein sehr gelungener Tropfen, von dem ich sehr gerne eine Flasche besitzen würde.
GRF13: Stand Catawiki: Emilé hatte mal wieder ein paar schöne alte Rum dabei. Dieser Demerara hat mich dabei am meisten überzeugt. Er bringt herrlich ausbalancierte Aromen mit, die sich mit dem perfekt integrierten Alkohol angenehm verteilen. Schön, dass man so etwas noch probieren kann
Whisky Fair 2023 tasting. Typical Versailles profile with herbal/farmy/woody notes. Still powerful for the old age with a medium long finish. Oily mouthfeel with strong notes. Really enjoyable and distillate driven without any cask influence to distract.
Un rhum dégusté au GRF en 2024. Un nez classique de vieux Demerara, avec du vieux bois vernis, des fruits secs mais aussi un côté végétal, herbes sèches. La bouche est très boisée avec des fruits compotés, des pruneaux et de la mélasse qui donne un léger sucré. Malgré le bois une bouche équilibrée. La finale est longue, sur le bois et un côté thé très infusé. Je sens comme un côté Porto tout à la fin. Le nez est ici envoûtant, la bouche un petit peu trop boisée à mon goût. Malgré tout un très beau rhum où les arômes s’équilibrent.