nice rums? - Page 10

icehog3 · 12-21-2009, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Darrell

Where is the sale at Tom?

Here ya go, Darrell.

http://shoppersvineyard.com/1/56119/...A-ESPECIAL-RUM

replicant_argent · 12-21-2009, 07:52 AM

They have a nice selection of rums there, Tom. I just spent a few minutes perusing and there are a few premium looking rums that look interesting. I need to go to the Ministry and do some research, evidently.

Neuromancer · 12-21-2009, 08:25 AM

Anyone actually taste the Ron Zacapa XO and can say how it compares to the Ron Zacapa 23 Anos? For my money that's my favorite, and the smoothest of all I think...how does the XO compare?

icehog3 · 12-21-2009, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Neuromancer

Anyone actually taste the Ron Zacapa XO and can say how it compares to the Ron Zacapa 23 Anos? For my money that's my favorite, and the smoothest of all I think...how does the XO compare?

I can't speak from experience...yet. But I understand it is a little less sweet, and more complex. Hopefully I review it from experience in a few days.

poker · 12-21-2009, 03:32 PM

I haven't opened my bottle of the RZ XO yet. Waiting for Tom to show up on the patio.

icehog3 · 12-21-2009, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by poker

I haven't opened my bottle of the RZ XO yet. Waiting for Tom to show up on the patio.

That an invite?

poker · 12-21-2009, 03:45 PM

Always brother

SNKBYT · 12-21-2009, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Neuromancer

Anyone actually taste the Ron Zacapa XO and can say how it compares to the Ron Zacapa 23 Anos? For my money that's my favorite, and the smoothest of all I think...how does the XO compare?

I like the 23 best, but at 37 to 44 a bottle.....its hard (& $$) to keep at lot of it on hand to drink daily
Zaya 12yr makes a great everyday rum at only about 27 to 33 a bottle

not that I like rum or know what I'm talking about

DrDubzz · 12-21-2009, 04:50 PM

for about 23 dollars the Appleton Estate Reserve is a nice sipper

icehog3 · 12-21-2009, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by poker

Always brother

12-26-2009, 02:36 PM

Picked up some Ron Pampero Anejo in a leather bag today. Will post some sort of review later.

icehog3 · 12-26-2009, 03:49 PM

Dave ESQ is coming over tonight for a smoke, think I will break open the Zacapa XO and give it a shot.

replicant_argent · 12-26-2009, 05:13 PM

Cruzan Single Barrel < Zaya, by far.

Mark C · 12-26-2009, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

Cruzan Single Barrel < Zaya, by far.

Depends what you like. I'm a fan of both, but they're different styles, apples and oranges really. CSB is cheaper though

icehog3 · 12-26-2009, 11:07 PM

Tried the Zacapa XO...smoothest rum I have ever had. Not as sweet as the Zacapa 23, and a perfect complement for a cigar.

RevSmoke · 01-04-2010, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark C

Gosling's Black Seal - Cheap, available everywhere, delicious. Don't ever buy Meyer's Dark when Gosling's is sitting nearby.

Pyrat XO - Not bad, but I have a hard time getting paste the citrusy/orange flavor. Almost seems too 'orangey' to be real. Great on ice though.

OK, have tried the Black Seal, and it is tasty. Was given a bottle of Brugal Anejo by a brother on the board and have enjoyed a bit of that.

Now, here's the dilemna. I tasted the Zaya, wanted to get some of my own. So, I've been looking for some Zaya & Ron Zacapa, but noplace nearby (within an hour drive) has them.

I did find a bottle of the Pyrat XO for $26 so I snagged that and had some with an Oliva Connecticut Lonsdale today - very nice pairing. I kind of like the citrusy notes in this rum.

poker · 01-05-2010, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by RevSmoke

So, I've been looking for some Zaya & Ron Zacapa, but noplace nearby (within an hour drive) has them.

Hitimewine.net normally has both and will ship to your state. They are a real brick & mortar retailer and not virtual.
(I have no affiliation with said vendor)

RevSmoke · 01-05-2010, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by poker

Hitimewine.net normally has both and will ship to your state. They are a real brick & mortar retailer and not virtual.
(I have no affiliation with said vendor)

Thanks. They have some very nice prices there. If I had not bought the bottle yesterday...

I have bookmarked it and will get back there at a later date.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

romwarrior · 01-05-2010, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by RevSmoke

I did find a bottle of the Pyrat XO for $26 so I snagged that and had some with an Oliva Connecticut Lonsdale today - very nice pairing. I kind of like the citrusy notes in this rum.

Me too, but I hate the vanilla notes in the new Zaya. Funny how things work.

SNKBYT · 01-05-2010, 03:38 PM

Zaya is a good everyday rum for me (beats the hell outta mosts)
Zappa 23 or Centenario XX for special events/herfs/when I feel like something better
(none of above as mixers, straight up only)

12-21-2009, 07:52 AM	#182
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: nice rums? They have a nice selection of rums there, Tom. I just spent a few minutes perusing and there are a few premium looking rums that look interesting. I need to go to the Ministry and do some research, evidently. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

12-21-2009, 08:25 AM	#183
Neuromancer Will work for Boli GM's Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Marc Location: Lost in translation...near Newnan, GA Posts: 1,417 Trading: (23)	Re: nice rums? Anyone actually taste the Ron Zacapa XO and can say how it compares to the Ron Zacapa 23 Anos? For my money that's my favorite, and the smoothest of all I think...how does the XO compare? __________________ "...pipe smoking is properly an intellectual exercise." ~ Christopher Morley, 1916

12-21-2009, 03:32 PM	#185
poker 1:11 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kelly Location: SoCal Posts: 5,280 Trading: (7)	Re: nice rums? I haven't opened my bottle of the RZ XO yet. Waiting for Tom to show up on the patio. __________________ Cigar Asylum: A cigar board birthed without agendas, without profiting, and without advertisements. Amor puro Character is what you do when no one is watching

12-21-2009, 03:45 PM	#187
poker 1:11 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kelly Location: SoCal Posts: 5,280 Trading: (7)	Re: nice rums? Always brother __________________ Cigar Asylum: A cigar board birthed without agendas, without profiting, and without advertisements. Amor puro Character is what you do when no one is watching

12-21-2009, 04:50 PM	#189
DrDubzz Formerly RX2010 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Virginia Posts: 2,201 Trading: (34)	Re: nice rums? for about 23 dollars the Appleton Estate Reserve is a nice sipper

12-26-2009, 02:36 PM	#191
Wanger Guest Posts: n/a	Re: nice rums? Picked up some Ron Pampero Anejo in a leather bag today. Will post some sort of review later.

12-26-2009, 03:49 PM	#192
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,274 Trading: (60)	Re: nice rums? Dave ESQ is coming over tonight for a smoke, think I will break open the Zacapa XO and give it a shot. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

12-26-2009, 05:13 PM	#193
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: nice rums? Cruzan Single Barrel < Zaya, by far. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

12-26-2009, 11:07 PM	#195
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,274 Trading: (60)	Re: nice rums? Tried the Zacapa XO...smoothest rum I have ever had. Not as sweet as the Zacapa 23, and a perfect complement for a cigar. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

01-05-2010, 03:38 PM	#200
SNKBYT PATRIOT and VETERAN Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Alex Location: SWEET HOME ALABAMA Posts: 3,289 Trading: (30)	Re: nice rums? Zaya is a good everyday rum for me (beats the hell outta mosts) Zappa 23 or Centenario XX for special events/herfs/when I feel like something better (none of above as mixers, straight up only) __________________ "IF YOU WANT TO TAKE MY FREEDOM, MAKE DAMN SURE THAT YOU'RE AS PASSSIONATE ABOUT TAKING IT AS I AM ABOUT KEEPING IT"