nice rums? - Page 10

DrDubzz · 02-24-2010, 07:49 AM

I acquired two more bottles of rum this past weekend, both Tanduay from the Philippines

one is the 5year Rhum, and the other is the 12 year superior. I don't know much about them but some buddies visiting the 'ppines hooked me up

replicant_argent · 02-25-2010, 06:29 PM

I just saw this http://www.krakenrum.com/ at the store tonight, I may have to give it a whirl for about 20 bucks a bottle.
Sounds like a passable sipper and a mixer, but at 94 proof.. a tich of water might be a good idea.

DrDubzz · 02-25-2010, 08:12 PM

Mark C · 02-26-2010, 04:41 PM

Looks good, crack 'em open and tell us how they taste!

02-26-2010, 04:48 PM

Pussers, baby!

SvilleKid · 03-04-2010, 07:34 PM

My most recent purchase. Cracked the seal, haven't poured any yet. Probably this weekend.

icehog3 · 03-04-2010, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by SvilleKid

My most recent purchase. Cracked the seal, haven't poured any yet. Probably this weekend.

Let us know what you think, Cliff.

03-05-2010, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by SvilleKid

My most recent purchase. Cracked the seal, haven't poured any yet. Probably this weekend.

Try it and form your own opinion, but for me, it would be nothing more than a mixer, since I've found some other true sipping rums. I went through a bottle and have tried it side by side with a good sipper. JMO, though.

Mark C · 03-06-2010, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Wanger

Try it and form your own opinion, but for me, it would be nothing more than a mixer, since I've found some other true sipping rums. I went through a bottle and have tried it side by side with a good sipper. JMO, though.

I think HC 7 is a fine sipper, it's very similar in style to some of my other favorites (for what it's worth, Zaya/Zacapa aren't at the top of my list).

icehog3 · 03-06-2010, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark C

I think HC 7 is a fine sipper, it's very similar in style to some of my other favorites (for what it's worth, Zaya/Zacapa aren't at the top of my list).

Just like cigars, it's just a matter of palate and personal taste. I did side by sides with HC7 and Centenario, and with HC7 and Zacapa, and preferred the Zacapa and Centenario for drinking straight. Just depends on the individual.

Drink what you like, like what you drink.

Chainsaw13 · 03-06-2010, 09:28 PM

Anyone else a fan of the Olde New Orleans rums? I had them a couple years ago when I was in NOLA. Fantastic stuff. Mix their spiced rum with some sweetened ice tea and you have a great beverage on a hot day. There 10 y/o is damn fine too, has a nice molasses flavor.

replicant_argent · 03-13-2010, 09:09 AM

cracked a bottle of el Dorado 12 year Demerara last night....
very tasty, and at 23 bucks or so, one hell of a value. Smooth lingering finish, Sweet without being overly syrupy, just enough bite. Tons of flavor.

Simply put, it doesn't suck, I will probably keep a bottle or two of this on hand.
In my limited brand experience, one of my top 5 I think.

RGD. · 04-13-2010, 08:08 PM

Just saw that you had posted this. I had a chance to taste the 12 year against the 15 - and thought the 12 was very good and the 15 even better in smoothness. I don't have a bottle of the 12 here - but I do have the 15. Add it to your list for your next bottle.

Ron

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

cracked a bottle of el Dorado 12 year Demerara last night....
very tasty, and at 23 bucks or so, one hell of a value. Smooth lingering finish, Sweet without being overly syrupy, just enough bite. Tons of flavor.

Simply put, it doesn't suck, I will probably keep a bottle or two of this on hand.
In my limited brand experience, one of my top 5 I think.

04-09-2010, 02:39 PM

I prefer Rum made with pure can rather than moleasses. Probably my favorite is 10 Cane from Trinidad and Tobago. I think it was around $40 for 1ltr but this was in Nassau, not sure what it is state side.

Chainsaw13 · 04-09-2010, 02:50 PM

I just tried bit of Ron Caney cuban rum. Not bad, but seems more for mixing.

RevSmoke · 04-09-2010, 05:38 PM

Just got a bottle of Grande Reserve Plantation - Barbados - for $14.99.

I am very impressed!

Will be getting another one very quickly.

Superbad · 04-15-2010, 09:02 PM

I highly recommend El Dorado rums. I love the 12 and 15 year. They now have a 151 overproof for all those high octane Tiki drinks from years long gone by. You might want to check out my blog for a few recipes for rum drinks. http://geekytiki.wordpress.com/ I need to start updating it again, and I will likely add a cigar section.

wolfandwhisky · 04-25-2010, 10:42 AM

I'm a big fan of Zaya - I like the bananas/caramel spectrum of rum

What is Ron Zacapa like - more bananas/caramel or orange/spice?

What other rums are out there that are similar to Zaya, and if possible, better than Zaya?

SNKBYT · 04-25-2010, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Wanger

Which Zaya, Alex? The GOOD stuff (Guat)?

unfortunately its the Trinidad ZAYA, but catfish Dave did bring me a bottle of Guatemalan ZAYA Rum his last visit

04-26-2010, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by wolfandwhisky

I'm a big fan of Zaya - I like the bananas/caramel spectrum of rum

What is Ron Zacapa like - more bananas/caramel or orange/spice?

What other rums are out there that are similar to Zaya, and if possible, better than Zaya?

Not good with describing flavors and all, but if you like the old (Guatemalan) Zaya, you'll likely like Zacapa. It has a very similar smoothness and taste profile. More refined than most sippers I've had. Definitely more than the "new" (Trini) Zaya, IMO.

The main thing for me about the Trini Zaya is that it's not worth the price to me any more. The old stuff was, but I can find stuff with similar bite at lower prices to the Trini version.

I've got some Diplomatico that I haven't cracked yet, as well as some Ron Pampero that I've been drinking. The Pampero is not bad, reasonably smooth, with a hint of bite to it. Haven't had any for a couple weeks, so I can't really describe the flavors to you. If you don't care for the orange flavors, I'd say to stay away from Pyrat Pistol...the stuff I've had tasted more like an ice cream topping than a sipping rum. Just not one for me, I guess.

I think I need to have a rum tasting here. At least to refresh my memory of some of them, and maybe try some new ones.

02-24-2010, 07:49 AM	#1
DrDubzz Formerly RX2010 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Virginia Posts: 2,201 Trading: (34)	Re: nice rums? I acquired two more bottles of rum this past weekend, both Tanduay from the Philippines one is the 5year Rhum, and the other is the 12 year superior. I don't know much about them but some buddies visiting the 'ppines hooked me up

02-25-2010, 06:29 PM	#2
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? I just saw this http://www.krakenrum.com/ at the store tonight, I may have to give it a whirl for about 20 bucks a bottle. Sounds like a passable sipper and a mixer, but at 94 proof.. a tich of water might be a good idea. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

02-25-2010, 08:12 PM	#3
DrDubzz Formerly RX2010 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Virginia Posts: 2,201 Trading: (34)	Re: nice rums?

02-26-2010, 04:41 PM	#4
Mark C Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SE PA Posts: 674 Trading: (4)	Re: nice rums? Looks good, crack 'em open and tell us how they taste!

02-26-2010, 04:48 PM	#5
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03-04-2010, 07:34 PM	#6
SvilleKid Yes I am a Pirate Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 33°46′08″N 86°28′16″W / 33.76895°N 86.471037°W Posts: 2,776 Trading: (52)	Re: nice rums? My most recent purchase. Cracked the seal, haven't poured any yet. Probably this weekend. __________________ Ceilin' fan it stirs the air, Cigar smoke does swirl. The fragrance on the pillow case, and he thinks about the girl. Thanks, JB, 1975. Last edited by SvilleKid; 09-11-2010 at 11:11 PM.

03-06-2010, 09:28 PM	#11
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,077 Trading: (96)	Re: nice rums? Anyone else a fan of the Olde New Orleans rums? I had them a couple years ago when I was in NOLA. Fantastic stuff. Mix their spiced rum with some sweetened ice tea and you have a great beverage on a hot day. There 10 y/o is damn fine too, has a nice molasses flavor. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

03-13-2010, 09:09 AM	#12
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? cracked a bottle of el Dorado 12 year Demerara last night.... very tasty, and at 23 bucks or so, one *hell* of a value. Smooth lingering finish, Sweet without being overly syrupy, just enough bite. Tons of flavor. Simply put, it doesn't suck, I will probably keep a bottle or two of this on hand. In my limited brand experience, one of my top 5 I think. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

04-09-2010, 02:39 PM	#14
nitropyro3 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: nice rums? I prefer Rum made with pure can rather than moleasses. Probably my favorite is 10 Cane from Trinidad and Tobago. I think it was around $40 for 1ltr but this was in Nassau, not sure what it is state side.

04-09-2010, 02:50 PM	#15
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,077 Trading: (96)	Re: nice rums? I just tried bit of Ron Caney cuban rum. Not bad, but seems more for mixing. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

04-09-2010, 05:38 PM	#16
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,823 Trading: (51)	Re: nice rums? Just got a bottle of Grande Reserve Plantation - Barbados - for $14.99. I am very impressed! Will be getting another one very quickly. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

04-15-2010, 09:02 PM	#17
Superbad Have My Own Room Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Bobby Location: Panama City, FL Posts: 1,784 Trading: (53)	Re: nice rums? I highly recommend El Dorado rums. I love the 12 and 15 year. They now have a 151 overproof for all those high octane Tiki drinks from years long gone by. You might want to check out my blog for a few recipes for rum drinks. http://geekytiki.wordpress.com/ I need to start updating it again, and I will likely add a cigar section.

04-25-2010, 10:42 AM	#18
wolfandwhisky Resident Whisky Addict Join Date: Mar 2010 First Name: Matt Location: Arizona Posts: 521 Trading: (4)	Re: nice rums? I'm a big fan of Zaya - I like the bananas/caramel spectrum of rum What is Ron Zacapa like - more bananas/caramel or orange/spice? What other rums are out there that are similar to Zaya, and if possible, better than Zaya?