Havana Club - Page 2

icehog3 · 04-08-2009, 03:26 PM

A couple of friends and I polished off a bottle of HC7 the weekend before last, along with bottles of Centenario and Zacapa. Personally, I would take either of the latter two over HC.

Wolfgang · 04-08-2009, 03:41 PM

Have a bottle of HC 7 as well as Anejo Reserve. Gonna crack open the & year and compare it to Zaya. I will report back later.

a2vr6 · 04-08-2009, 09:42 PM

If you like sipping rum, Ron Abuelo Anejo 7 year from panama is much better than the HC stuff. ImHO

Wolfgang · 04-08-2009, 10:02 PM

I will start by saying I am by no means an expert in any way.

The HC is quite a bit lighter than the Zaya. But the Zaya has 5 years on it.

HC- has hints of caramel while I sniff it. 3 short sniffs and the 3rd one reveals the caramel scent.

Zaya- As most of us know it has an almost overwhelming smell of sweet vanilla.

First taste

HC- Up front "bite" followed by floral goodness.

Zaya- No bite or harshness at first. then the vanilla kicks in. Very sweet.

Last taste

HC- Still harsher than the Zaya. Floral flavors following up some hints of sweetness.

Zaya- Vainlla isnt as profound as before but maybe my buds are overwhelmed.

Final thoughts

While I can see both having their place the HC7 for mixing Mojitos or Rum and coke, I find the Zaya an easier sipping rum since it is overall smoother. Amazing what 5 years will do.
Winner! ZAYA by a hair

I will end by saying that this is what I personally taste and smell and you may have a different opinion/experience.

Nelson · 04-10-2009, 12:22 PM

Rum is a man's drink. If you can't take the kick, drink Bailys irish cream

man that sort of rhymes

04-10-2009, 12:26 PM

Thanks for your review Wolfgang

icehog3 · 04-10-2009, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nelson

Rum is a man's drink. If you can't take the kick, drink Bailys irish cream

man that sort of rhymes

I like rum, Nelson.

I also like a little Baileys from time to time.

Never together, though.

Wolfgang · 04-10-2009, 08:08 PM

You are welcome. I hope it shed a little light on the matter.

novasurf · 04-11-2009, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Ron Abuelo Anejo 7 year from panama

A very good rum.

Nelson · 04-13-2009, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by icehog3

I like rum, Nelson.

I also like a little Baileys from time to time.

Never together, though.

LOL!

Actually, you'll be surprised how nice is Bailys, amaretto(or grand m), khalua, and some nice dark, sweet rum. Mix equal parts and enjoy!

spooble · 04-13-2009, 10:12 AM

While I would only put HC7 near the middle of my list of sipping rums, it is by far my favorite for mixing with coke. I like the Centenario Fundacion XX Anos for sipping.

Smokin Gator · 04-13-2009, 10:21 AM

I just got a bottle of the Barrel Proof and am looking forward to it.

icehog3 · 04-13-2009, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nelson

LOL!

Actually, you'll be surprised how nice is Bailys, amaretto(or grand m), khalua, and some nice dark, sweet rum. Mix equal parts and enjoy!

Great, more liquor for me to try! Thanks Nelson!

04-08-2009, 03:26 PM	#21
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,891 Trading: (60)	Re: Havana Club A couple of friends and I polished off a bottle of HC7 the weekend before last, along with bottles of Centenario and Zacapa. Personally, I would take either of the latter two over HC. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

04-08-2009, 03:41 PM	#22
Wolfgang Back from the dead Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tampa, Fl Posts: 2,541 Trading: (14)	Re: Havana Club Have a bottle of HC 7 as well as Anejo Reserve. Gonna crack open the & year and compare it to Zaya. I will report back later. __________________ You probably wont remember that test you failed, but you'll never forget the girl you were with the night before, when you decided not to study.

04-08-2009, 09:42 PM	#23
a2vr6 Amante dei cigari Cubani Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Big Iceberg we call Canada Posts: 151 Trading: (12)	Re: Havana Club If you like sipping rum, Ron Abuelo Anejo 7 year from panama is much better than the HC stuff. ImHO Last edited by a2vr6; 04-08-2009 at 09:48 PM.

04-08-2009, 10:02 PM	#24
Wolfgang Back from the dead Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tampa, Fl Posts: 2,541 Trading: (14)	Re: Havana Club I will start by saying I am by no means an expert in any way. The HC is quite a bit lighter than the Zaya. But the Zaya has 5 years on it. HC- has hints of caramel while I sniff it. 3 short sniffs and the 3rd one reveals the caramel scent. Zaya- As most of us know it has an almost overwhelming smell of sweet vanilla. First taste HC- Up front "bite" followed by floral goodness. Zaya- No bite or harshness at first. then the vanilla kicks in. Very sweet. Last taste HC- Still harsher than the Zaya. Floral flavors following up some hints of sweetness. Zaya- Vainlla isnt as profound as before but maybe my buds are overwhelmed. Final thoughts While I can see both having their place the HC7 for mixing Mojitos or Rum and coke, I find the Zaya an easier sipping rum since it is overall smoother. Amazing what 5 years will do. Winner! ZAYA by a hair I will end by saying that this is what I personally taste and smell and you may have a different opinion/experience. __________________ You probably wont remember that test you failed, but you'll never forget the girl you were with the night before, when you decided not to study.

04-10-2009, 12:22 PM	#25
Nelson Herfosus addictus Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: agua, fango y factorias! Posts: 44 Trading: (0)	Re: Havana Club Rum is a man's drink. If you can't take the kick, drink Bailys irish cream man that sort of rhymes __________________ "You know God loves you when your cigars burns even" Nely, at a S. Florida Herf, under the influence of rum.

04-10-2009, 12:26 PM	#26
ChicagoWhiteSox Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Havana Club Thanks for your review Wolfgang

04-10-2009, 08:08 PM	#28
Wolfgang Back from the dead Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tampa, Fl Posts: 2,541 Trading: (14)	Re: Havana Club You are welcome. I hope it shed a little light on the matter. __________________ You probably wont remember that test you failed, but you'll never forget the girl you were with the night before, when you decided not to study.

04-13-2009, 10:12 AM	#31
spooble Palmetto State Herf Crew Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chad Location: SC Posts: 277 Trading: (58)	Re: Havana Club While I would only put HC7 near the middle of my list of sipping rums, it is by far my favorite for mixing with coke. I like the Centenario Fundacion XX Anos for sipping.

04-13-2009, 10:21 AM	#32
Smokin Gator Just plain insane! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Swamp Posts: 6,237 Trading: (106)	Re: Havana Club I just got a bottle of the Barrel Proof and am looking forward to it. __________________ Check out the Cigar Asylum Newbie Sampler Trade