Malecon Rare Proof

Fruity, spicy with sweet depth; Spanish-style rum.

Malecon Rare Proof 2002 from Panama delivers fruity and spicy notes with a sweet, woody character. While it's appreciated for its balance, some find it lacks complexity.

7.3/10 18 reviews

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    How does this rum taste?

    Impressive balance of sweetness and ABV
    Complex fruity and spicy notes
    Warm and lingering finish

    Malecon's Rare Proof 2002 is a 17-year-old Panamanian rum with a distinct Spanish style, produced using molasses and a column still. Aged at an impressive 51.2% ABV, it offers a gourmand exploration of fruity, spicy, and woody aromas with a sweet undertone. Key scents include orange peel and cinnamon, while the palate showcases dried fruit and honey complexities, punctuated by a notable spicy finish. Though divisive among reviewers, some appreciate its balance of sweetness and strength, deeming it ideal for fans of sweet, Spanish-style rums. Others critique its lack of depth and potential for complexity, suggesting it be enjoyed by those new to the genre.

    Aroma

    Fruity Orange Orange peel Spicy

    Taste

    Fruity Dried fruit Spicy Sweet

    How is this rum rated?

    7.3/10 18 reviews

     This is the last Malecon in the “Rare Proof” series for me to taste. It’s like the others some of the best sweet “Spanish styled” rum in my opinion cause the ABV around 50% balance the sweetness in a good way.

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    8.5 /10
    Review by: Stefan Persson

     Gutes Beispiel, weshalb ich fast gar keinen Rum spanischen Stils mehr trinke. Mit Farbstoff, gefühlt auch merklich Dosage, dazu ein langweiliges und eindimensionales, wenngleich gefälliges Profil. Ab ins Tiramisu damit!

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    5.7 /10
    Review by: Buddudharma

     Direct, woody and interesting - oaky

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    8.0 /10
    Review by: Nick Gerrard

     Nase wenig zwischen würzig und acl. Zunge irgendwas zwischen süß, würzig, Holz, Sprit... Wie gewollt und nicht gekonnt. Nix halbes und nix Ganzes. Nicht meins, schade.

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    5.5 /10
    Review by: R Wehner
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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX7912
    ABV
    51,2%
    Category
    Column Still Rum
    Vintage
    2002
    Cask number
    #Batch 54
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Age
    17 years
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <100€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Malecon 2002 &nbsp; 17yr &nbsp; 51,2% Rare Proof

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    5
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    Open rate
    21%
    Ø Market value
    52€

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    About the Malecon distillery

    The Malecon distillery is located in Panama. Rums from Malecon have been reviewed 510 times with an average of 7.3/10.


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