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The High Proof Heavy Trinidad Rum HTR from the Caroni distillery, bottled by Velier, is a 1994 vintage with a unique profile. Distilled from molasses and aged for 17 years, it boasts an ABV of 52%. This rare release, limited to 6434 bottles, showcases signature Caroni aromas including rubber, mango, and varnish. Users noted the intriguing combination of dirty, fruity, and spicy flavors, with a soft, elegant start leading to tarry intensity and a medium-length finish. Its balance of tropical aging and classic Caroni elements make it a collector's item, offering a complex yet harmonious drinking experience.
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About the Caroni distillery
The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 8,858 times with an average of 8.8/10.
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Perfect nose! Very good, balanced and yet complex Caroni. Top!
I'm missing a few percentages, but it's a bit rounder and not as bitter as the 36th and 37th releases.
1994 Velier Caronis are simply a case of their own, extremely dirty and intense. Lots of menthol compared to other vintages. I like younger bottlings, like this one, better. They seem rounder. However, this bottling lacks a few more turns for a better rating, and the finish is a little bitter.
Rather balanced Caroni with a great nose that has lots of fruit, caramel, nice roasted notes and (by tropical Caroni standards) rather restrained wood maturity with nice oak notes and relatively little bitterness / menthol notes. Dirt is there, but the fruit has plenty of room. I really like the nose, but a few percent more on the palate could definitely help.