Rum Nation Caroni Small Batch Rare Rums 1998
Bold Caroni with tar and oak dominance.
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The Small Batch Rare Rums from Trinidad's Caroni distillery, bottled by Rum Nation, is a limited edition rum distilled in 1998 with only 960 bottles available. Aged for 22 years, its flavor profile is dominated by intense notes of tar, oak, and licorice, with underlying medicinal and herbal nuances. Released at 57.4% ABV, this complex rum is noted for its distinctive, challenging palate. Its three-year Oloroso sherry cask finish attempts to soften Caroni's characteristic earthy and tarry tones. While praised for its depth and long oak-sherry finish, some find it metallic or unbalanced. Despite differing opinions, this rarity remains desirable to collectors and Caroni enthusiasts alike.
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About the Caroni distillery
The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 9,339 times with an average of 8.8/10.
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I really like this well balanced 22 year old caroni, which was finished for 3 years in used Oloroso casks. The nose is intense and stats with tannins and tar, but then descends into and oaky, herbal and medicinal bliss. The palate is dark and intense with a load of flavours. The medicinal note is still there with coffee, orange peel and the sherry cask notes. The finish is long with oak, sherry and a touch of licorice. The medicinal touch is also there. Very well balanced Caroni and I'm going to enjoy having this one on my shelf. A bit expensive but also rare with less than 1000 bottles.
A real Caroni from the first nose, mechanical workshop and tropical fruits. Much better after a few months of opening the bottle, as Caronis like oxidation. The mouth is not left out with a long finish. Very nice rum ! Tasted again and even better.
Solid Caroni with the typical dirty notes. I like it, but it's a bit alcoholic and not quite as balanced as my previous Caronis. I probably wouldn't buy a bottle.
In terms of olfactory aromas, I primarily perceive the typical dirty Caroni markers. Something fresh joins in... and that's it. The palate is almost identical, with spicy aromas in addition to the dirty ones. The fruit (dark berries) is completely absent! In my opinion, the sherry finish is barely noticeable. There is also a slight bitter note in the finish. Overall, I find this Caroni to be quite one-dimensional. It clearly lacks the complexity to be at the very top.