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Velier Caroni 5th Employees Roopnarine „Roop“ Toolsie HTR 1996 25yr 66,1%

RX9144 Excellent 741 bottles Above 250€
“Robust, complex Caroni with smooth caramel and rich woody notes.”

The 5th Employees Roopnarine „Roop“ Toolsie HTR is a 1996 Caroni rum, produced in Trinidad and bottled by independent bottler Velier after aging for 25 years. This cask strength limited release of 741 bottles has an ABV of 66.1%. The rum is derived from molasses and holds the HTR mark. The aroma is characterized by caramel, rubber, tar, toasted, and woody notes. The flavor profile consists of tar, caramel, leather, barrel, and chocolate. According to RumX users, this rum offers a complex and intense tasting experience, with a perfect balance between sweetness and Caroni's traditional flavor. The alcohol is well-integrated, adding to its appeal among rum enthusiasts.

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How does this rum taste?

A robust, complex Caroni with a surprisingly smooth profile for its 66.1% ABV. Caramel sweetness meets bold wood, medicinal, and tar notes. A harmonious balance of spice and subtle bitterness promises a long, satisfying finish despite its high proof.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Caramel Tar Woody Rubber Toasted Toffee

Taste

Tar Leather Caramel Barrel Chocolate Coffee

Finish

Chocolate Tar Charred Tropical fruit Toasted Leather

Community reviews

9.0/1049 ratings
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9.1/10

“Perfect 1996 vintage profile with sweet and typical Caroni notes in the background. Alcohol integration is perfect as well. One of my favourite Employees for sure !”

Aroma

Tar Woody Minty Banana Vanilla

Taste

Tar Woody Vanilla Caramel Mango
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8.8/10

“Epic Velier Caroni Tasting 2023: Das hohe Alter wird erkennbar durch pointierten Fasseinfluss, der trotzdem noch immer genug Spannung im Profil zulässt, um nicht gänzlich zu überlagerten. Im Mittelfeld der 1996er Caronis, was insgesamt einen exzellenten Rum beschreibt.”

Aroma

Glue Rubber Tar Caramel Milk chocolate

Taste

Charred Red pepper Caramel Coffee Tar
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9.1/10

“Hier finde ich die Bitterkeit von verbranntem Zucker und zugleich etwas Süße von Karamell. Dezent Menthol, aber nicht so krass wie bei anderen Caroni der Employeer-Reihe. Gummi und etwas metallisch im Abgang. Auch hier ist der Alkohol sehr elegant eingebunden. Ein super Rum, aber nicht ganz so weit vorn dabei wie der Manmohan.”

Aroma

Caramel Rubber Polish Toffee Yellow fruits

Taste

Caramel Tar Brown sugar Tropical fruit Mineral

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Distillery
Bottler
RumX ID
RX9144
ABV
66,1%
Vintage
1996
Mark
HTR
Made from
Molasses
Age
25 years
No. of bottles
741
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
Above 250€
Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

1,837 €
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The RumX community has already added 59 bottles to their collections:

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About the Caroni distillery

The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 6,323 times with an average of 8.8/10.


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