Skeldon S.B.S Guyana SWR 2001 19yr 53,2%

RX9405 Very good Pot Still Rum Single Cask 178 bottles <250€

8.9/1065 ratings

Community rating

“Exceptional woody, toffee and chocolate notes delight.”

The S.B.S Guyana SWR is an exceptional rum crafted at the iconic Skeldon distillery in Guyana, boasting a 19-year maturation that captivates enthusiasts with a symphony of flavors. Produced from molasses via a pot still, its limited release of 178 bottles features a robust 53.2% ABV. Rich notes of woody aromas and flavors blend seamlessly with toffee, raisin, and sherry, creating a decadent experience praised for its complexity yet approachable nature. While its bold woody profile stands out, some users find it slightly overshadowing the rum's subtler notes. Nonetheless, its balanced fusion of burnt sugar, chocolate, and creamy textures make it a coveted choice, comparable to the revered El Dorado series.

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Highlights

Rich and complex flavor profile
Balanced sweetness and woodiness
Highly praised by rum enthusiasts

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How does this rum taste?

S.B.S Guyana SWR delivers a rich woody profile, harmonized with toffee and chocolate, captivating rum enthusiasts with its balanced complexity and lasting appeal.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Woody Toffee Raisin Sherry Vanilla Dried fruit

Taste

Woody Burnt sugar Dark chocolate Sweet Creamy Spicy

Finish

Woody Toffee Coffee Vanilla Sweet Bitter

Community reviews

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Jakob

20 November 2022

8.7/10

“Very round, sweet melange of spices and fresh wood. For me, a bit too straightforward and pleasing in profile to strike out even higher in the rating. But that is criticism at the highest level, since the top league from Guyana simply has even more complexity, finesse and aromatics to offer. Nevertheless, a high-class representative of the current Demerara squad.”

Aroma

Dried apricot Caramel Toffee Raisin Red fruits

Taste

Vanilla Milk chocolate Young wood Allspice Nutmeg

DomM

23 December 2022

9.1/10

“Slightly ahead of the WH”

Aroma

Caramel Fruits Sweet Raisin Sherry

Taste

Sweet Fruits Plum Raisin Sherry

Photo of the rum S.B.S Guyana SWR taken from user DomM

Oliver

17 December 2023

8.6/10

“Wow, this is fun! Great dark roasted notes with a nice sweet balance. Only the alcohol could be a little better integrated.”

Aroma

Roasted Raisin Prunes Caramel Woody

Taste

Burnt sugar Roasted Full bodied Dark chocolate Sweet

Photo of the rum S.B.S Guyana SWR taken from user Oliver

lukasdrinkinghabits

2 December 2022

8.7/10

“This SWR stands out for its fruitiness. The cappuccino caramel note shares the stage with a red fruit reminiscent of old red wine. In the mouth then again classic SWR. Dark chocolate and dry fruit with baking spices dominate. Wood is present but does not overpower the distillate. The SWR-typical bitterness is kept within limits. More roasty bitterness in the finish and then when it's almost over another spoonful of unsweetened red fruit jelly comes around the corner. Makes a lot of pass!New round with the new SBS together. This is the same stuff znd still tastes just as good as a year ago.”

Aroma

Red fruits Red wine Fudge Cappuccino Dried apricot

Taste

Dried apricot Dark chocolate Fudge Baking spices Candied

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crazyforgoodbooze

25 February 2023

9.0/10

“Now we're talking. Guyana in top form. Skeldon is simply awesome. 💯🙏🤤Very tasty, complex and full-bodied roasted almond number.”

Aroma

Banana Coffee Caramel Vanilla Dark chocolate

Taste

Dark chocolate Sherry Raisin Roasted almonds Cocoa

Photo of the rum S.B.S Guyana SWR taken from user crazyforgoodbooze

Maxence

24 January 2024

8.9/10

“Perfect balance between dark and sweet notes. Another strong Skeldon release !”

Aroma

Woody Nutty Dark chocolate Coffee Coconut

Taste

Licorice Caramel Nutty Dark chocolate Coffee

Photo of the rum S.B.S Guyana SWR taken from user Maxence

Christoph

20 December 2021

9.3/10

“Very smooth, pleasant fruity profile without becoming too sweet. Compared to the Enmore 1994 from the same release less woody and more fruity.”

Aroma

Dried fruit Complex Woody

Taste

Dried apricot Burnt sugar Creamy

Aussierumfan

2 February 2024

9.1/10

“I really love this SWR!! Even more so than the 2 older bottlings from the same release (1994 and 1990) on the first sip I got burnt/brown sugar and cappuccino. Not as woody as the older releases. I'm getting some fruits as well. Really enjoyable! Very much full bodied with a long finish.”

Aroma

Woody Dried fruit

Taste

Sweet Burnt sugar Brown sugar Woody Balanced

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Gunnar Böhme "Bauerngaumen" 🤓

4 May 2023

8.6/10

“Blind tasting, so unfortunately only so not meaningful photo. Perceived the rum in the finish as something too woody-bitter, there are better comparable rums. But overall nothing that you would push off the edge of the bed.”

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Johannes

26 October 2021

8.8/10

“The second time in the glass. Meanwhile, I like it better! But against tropically ripened Velier he loses then but quite strong.”

Mike H.

21 May 2023

8.9/10

“A spicy, round toffee bomb. A little bitterness is present but it mixes extremely well with the other flavours.”

Aroma

Woody Toffee Vanilla Dried fruit Prunes

Taste

Woody Burnt sugar Dark chocolate Vanilla Raisin

Photo of the rum S.B.S Guyana SWR taken from user Mike H.

Tschusikowsky

1 October 2022

9.1/10

“Complex, intense, full-bodied. Fruity and accessible. Great! I like very much.”

Aroma

Roasted Vanilla Raisin Dried fruit Woody

Taste

Woody Raisin Vanilla Soft Creamy

Zucker und Zeste

2 May 2021

9.0/10

“A beautiful rum with a lot of flavors and a high drinkability. The rum is round and mature.”

Aroma

Overripe Sherry Raisin Cedar wood Toffee

Taste

Burnt sugar Spicy Creamy Vanilla Cedar wood

Christoph H.

31 August 2021

8.4/10

“Wonderfully warm, deep and sweet nose, with very nicely integrated wood, although exactly this wood, furniture polish and the extremely sweet notes makes the rum somewhat one-sided. Overall, this is nevertheless very nice and there are also still clearly dried fruits and roasted nuts come out.In the mouth, it then drops significantly, much more barrel, wood, bitterness and roasted flavors than the nose suggested......schade. That gets the El Dorado overall definitely better, especially in the mouth”

Aroma

Raisin Prunes Dried dates Banana Coconut

Taste

Dry Rough

Lot-NAS

31 March 2024

9.0/10

“Heavily cooked sugar beet Sirup with dark chocolate and some wood, spices and a bitterness (more on the vegetal side) that fits really good. All in all a really nice drop. Many thanks for the Sample, J.”

Aroma

Woody Toffee Raisin Sherry Dried fruit

Taste

Woody Burnt sugar Sweet Spicy Dark chocolate

Photo of the rum S.B.S Guyana SWR taken from user Lot-NAS

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Guyana

Distillery
Skeldon

Bottler
1423 World Class Spirits

Brand
S.B.S

RumX ID
RX9405

ABV
53,2%

Category
Pot Still Rum

Vintage
2001

Mark
SWR

Made from
Molasses

Distillation
Pot Still

Age
19 years

No. of bottles
178

Bottle volume
70cl

Price range
<250€

Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

228 €

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