nice rums?

[Mark C]

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

[bookman]

Pussers, baby!

[SvilleKid]

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

[rizzle]

Might pick up a bottle of Black Seal to try that with, from what I tasted last night the Old Rum is a sipping rum that I won't be mixing (especially considering how much it costs in BC). I tend to prefer neat spirits to mixed drinks anyways.


My bad...you're absolutely correct. I saw Gosling and automatically started thinking Black Seal. I haven't tried the Old Rum--yet. Have to add that one to the list to pick up.
:tu

[icehog3]

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

Let us know what you think, Cliff.

[Wanger]

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]

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).

[Chainsaw13]

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.

[icehog3]

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. :)

[Mark C]

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.

Were you there before or after Katrina? If I remember right, they found themselves in a tough spot after the hurricane and I think a new owner came in, resulting in some changes.

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. :)

That's why rum is such a great spirit, I think there's more variety here than any other spirit (Scotch is probably a close second). Every island/country has their own style, so there's something for everyone. Kinda like cigars :)

[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.
http://amountainofcrushedice.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/el-dorado-12.jpg


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.

[Chainsaw13]

Were you there before or after Katrina? If I remember right, they found themselves in a tough spot after the hurricane and I think a new owner came in, resulting in some changes.


I've been there after Katrina. Not sure about the owner change, but true, they were in a tough spot. IIRC, they had 9-11 feet of water in distillery pretty much taking out the entire first floor. Luckily they stored their rum in the rafters and it was untouched. That brought about the special edition 10 year old rum, which was their 8 year that got a couple extra years of aging.

[SNKBYT]

found this site while doing research.......hope its helpful
http://scottesrum.com/

[Mark C]

found this site while doing research.......hope its helpful
http://scottesrum.com/

I used to keep up with that but haven't seen it in awhile, thanks for putting it back in front of me! His reviews are great, but I really like the side-by-side comparisons.

[kazzaca]

I'm also a big fan of El Dorado rum...it's great value for the quality.

[Wanger]

I'm also a big fan of El Dorado rum...it's great value for the quality.

Been through a few bottle of the 12 myself, and tried the 15. Good stuff, and especially at the price. Not too much more than what I prefer to have on hand for mixers. :D

[nitropyro3]

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]

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

[RevSmoke]

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

I am very impressed!

Will be getting another one very quickly.

[RGD.]

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

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.
http://amountainofcrushedice.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/el-dorado-12.jpg


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.

[Superbad]

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.

[nomadicwookie]

Man Marc C knows his rum. I'm gonna cast another vote for the El Dorado 15yr. Outstanding rum and a great value.

[TheLostGringo]

Never been a huge fan of rum but do enjoy the:

RON CENTENARIO XX ANJOS

Probably need to try a few more high-end rums

[SNKBYT]

no more road trips for any of my rums:dr
found a small local MOM&POP store that carries all 3
ZAYA 12 ($170 per 6pk)
ZACAPA
CENTENARIO

[Wanger]

no more road trips for any of my rums:dr
found a small local MOM&POP store that carries all 3
ZAYA 12 ($170 per 6pk)
ZACAPA
CENTENARIO

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

[replicant_argent]

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

Yeah... right.... I think we know what happened to the remaining stock on the planet of the Guat, Mike.


Unfortunately.




It's a bit like talking about sources, and holding them close to the vest, don't you think?

[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?

[SNKBYT]

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

[wayner123]

I went out and got a bottle of the El Dorado 15yr. I must say it's a smooth rum, but lacks the smokey flavor that I like. It had nice flavors, but they were muted.

All in all, it was a good rum, especially at the price point. But like Wanger stated, it's just above what I would choose for a mixer. Might make a very tasty mojito.

[Wanger]

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. :D

[Superbad]

If you guys are looking for an overproof rum, El Dorado now makes a 151 proof demerara rum, that absolutely rocks!

[Rich Yhlen]

Sailor Jerry was actually good but after New Years they changed the recipe and now it tastes like a cheap rum

[Mark C]

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?

The only rum that tastes like oranges to me is Pyrat (both Pistol and XO). The Trinidad Zaya is heavy on the vanilla flavor, very similar to Angostura 1919 (same distillery). Zacapa is similar to Zaya in that it has a fair amount of 'sweetness', it's a full bodied rum, almost syrupy compared to Puerto Rican rums, with a darker color to match. The caramel is definitely there, but not much smoke/oak flavor.

I put Zacapa, Zaya, Centenario, and Diplomatico all in the same category. If you like one, you'll probably like the others. As far as the difference between 'new' and 'old' Zaya, I must say I've never tried the 'old', but must people who've only had the 'new' seem to enjoy it. Seems to be one of those 'you don't know what you missed' kind of deals, don't get hung up on the opinions from people still mourning the loss of the Guat Zaya.

[Superbad]

The old Zaya was quite good, but I am sure the Trinidad Zaya is also very good, especially if it compares with Angostura.

[wolfandwhisky]

I have only had the Trinidad but enjoyed it very much. Will probably buy a bottle of it and the Zacapa

[Wanger]

As far as the difference between 'new' and 'old' Zaya, I must say I've never tried the 'old', but must people who've only had the 'new' seem to enjoy it. Seems to be one of those 'you don't know what you missed' kind of deals, don't get hung up on the opinions from people still mourning the loss of the Guat Zaya.

Yes, I fully admit that I am mourning the loss of the old Zaya still.

I have tried them side by side (as has my wife, a non rum-drinker), and the difference was noticable to both of us. The main thing that I can say off the top of my head is that the Guat version is smoother and the vanilla is toned down in it, and it doesn't have the "heat" that I had noticed in the Trini version. However, as I said, the Trini version is not worth the pricepoint to me. While it is still a decent sipper, for the price I'd pay for it, I'd rather have something like the Zacapa (essentially the same price for both here in MN). Zacapa is closer to the Guat Zaya than the Trini Zaya is, IMO.

[wolfandwhisky]

how much should I expect to pay for Guat Zaya assuming I find a bottle?

I'll probably just go with the zacapa for ease, but figured I'd check.

[Wanger]

how much should I expect to pay for Guat Zaya assuming I find a bottle?

I'll probably just go with the zacapa for ease, but figured I'd check.

What I'd suggest is that you buy the Zacapa, and keep your eyes open for the Zaya (as you won't likely find it). I check every liquor store I go to (assuming I haven't been there before). The out of the way places are the ones more likely to carry it. But here in MN, the standard price for Zaya (either version, to my knowledge) is about $43, give or take a few $.

[wolfandwhisky]

Trinidad Zaya here is $27, as a reference point. I've never looked for Guatemalan Zaya, but will keep an eye out.

[Darrell]

Trinidad Zaya here is $27, as a reference point. I've never looked for Guatemalan Zaya, but will keep an eye out.

I looked for some Guatemalan Zaya and I found 5 bottles....

In my liquor cabinet. :D

[BC-Axeman]

I like all the Z's and Ron Centinario XX Anjos. Wish they had one of them at Costco.

[Mark C]

Zacapa is closer to the Guat Zaya than the Trini Zaya is, IMO.

I'm sure you're right, they were the same distiller. The Guat Zaya got killed to increase the production of Zacapa, if I remember right it was when a new distributor picked up Zacapa. That should give you an idea just how similar they were. Likewise I find the Angostura 1919 and Trini Zaya very similar, for the same reason.

For what it's worth, "Botran" is still made by the same company as Zacapa, and Montecristo rum used to be, but I think that one got killed off also.

I might just be a little bitter that I missed out on the Guat Zaya by a few months. Went to 5 stores a few years back just before news broke that the production was moving to Trinidad. Oh well, there's plenty more rum to drink!

[Wanger]

At an annual memorial herf this past weekend, there were several types of rums available. We had Pampero, HC7, Diplomatico, Ron Botran, and someone had brought a bottle of HC Barrel Proof (very nice, with a "bright" flavor to it). Our friend was a rum drinker, and had introduced a lot of us to Guat Zaya before his untimely passing.

When I got home, I committed a true sin to rum...I had brought a bottle of Diplomatico with me, which didn't get opened, because there was an open one there already. I pulled it out of the trunk, but didn't realize I grabbed it by the bottom of the tin. Off popped the top and out came the bottle, landing with a crash. I wanted to cry. :( Alcohol abuse at its worst...a brand new bottle all over my garage floor, running out into the garage. GAH!!!!!

[Superbad]

I picked up some Guat Zaya, not too long ago. Just check in the local liquor stores, you might get lucky.

[Wanger]

I picked up some Guat Zaya, not too long ago. Just check in the local liquor stores, you might get lucky.

Been doing that for over a year and a half. LOL

[replicant_argent]

Been doing that for over a year and a half. LOL

:tpd::tpd::tpd::tpd::tpd:
so many I pretty much gave up.

[rizzle]

What I'd suggest is that you buy the Zacapa, and keep your eyes open for the Zaya (as you won't likely find it). I check every liquor store I go to (assuming I haven't been there before). The out of the way places are the ones more likely to carry it. But here in MN, the standard price for Zaya (either version, to my knowledge) is about $43, give or take a few $.

Wha what? Dayum. They trying to keep a brother down up there, huh?

[replicant_argent]

Wha what? Dayum. They trying to keep a brother down up there, huh?

Yes, the Man officially hates us.

[DrDubzz]

Finally bought some Matulasem 15, it's pretty dang good. I'd put it 3rd just behind RZ23 (1st) and Zaya (2nd) as far as sipping rums go

[icehog3]

Finally bought some Matulasem 15, it's pretty dang good. I'd put it 3rd just behind RZ23 (1st) and Zaya (2nd) as far as sipping rums go

Have you ever tried Ron Centenario XX, Tim?

[OLS]

I am not known as a commonsewer or anything, and I don't know $hi+ about letting it breathe,
but I was pleased (and bummed) that something someone said in this thread was true.
Rob Bacardi Select is good. I am not sure what else they said, but I tasted a swig off the bottle
of that, and another identical swig offn a bottle of Anejo 7 HC and the HC tasted like thinner
and the RCS tasted pretty damn good. It is true what they say, don't pine away for HCR just
cause it's hard to get. And whatever you do don't have it shipped from London. Then it
really takes a slap in the face and turns it into a punch in the n__s.

[Bill86]

Ron Zacapa 23 year
Zaya 12 year
Don Q Grand Anejo

Some of the best.

[RGD.]

. . . recently found a rum that made my top 3. The rum is Plantation Grande Reserve Barbados Rum and it is an aged rum by Cognac Ferrand. They have 4 rums available but this is the only one I have tried. . . .


Hmmm - I have three bottles of Plantation Rum:

Old Reserve Barbados 1995
Old Reserve Trinidad 1991
Old Reserve Jamaica 8 years old

The Trinidad and Jamaica bottles have wax caps on them.
Looking to get the Grenada, Guyana, Panama and Nicaragua bottles also.
Will have to see if I can find the Grande Reserve.

Ron

[Matt-N-Ga]

Ron Zacapa 23 and XO are my favorites, followed closely by Zafra 21 and Zaya.

[Tank]

I am a HUGE Zacapa fan!


http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s206/mn654/Cigars%202010/BoyScouts0910062.jpg

[boom]

Tried this for the first time and WOW... Ron Zacapa 23 year... Great Rum!!!!

[joeybear]

Roaring Dan rum made by Great Lakes Distillery in Milwaukee is excellent! That's the only rum I buy anymore and it's great that it's made locally in Milwaukee. I took some to a herf this past summer and it was the first bottle emptied!

[smokepuff]

I am a HUGE Zacapa fan!


http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s206/mn654/Cigars%202010/BoyScouts0910062.jpg

:dr wish I could find a bottle of this in my area

[yourchoice]

I picked up a bottle of Diplomatico 12 Reserva, and wow...very very good. I actually think I enjoy it over Zacapa 23. Better value, too. :tu

While in DC this past weekend, I popped into Shellie's for an impromtu visit and had a Zacapa XO. Awesome! I haven't been able to find it nearby though.

[cobra03]

Yeah I agree that Zacapa XO is fantastic. I tryed it at tasting about a year ago. I cant find Zacapa period around here and its driving me nuts . I love the stuff. Im working on a bottle of Pyrat right now which is pretty good.

[Bill86]

I am a HUGE Zacapa fan!


http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s206/mn654/Cigars%202010/BoyScouts0910062.jpg

:dr I must get a bottle of that soon. *looks online*

[Altra]

I have been curious about Rum for a while now, came across this thread last night.

Damn you guys :c

Made my list and heading out this morning to see what I can find. Can't wait to try some of these and try my hand at rum.

Shawn

[Altra]

Ok I'm back, let me know how you think I did.

And before you say it I always over due everything I get into.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v102/altramagnus/S1051027.jpg

Now which one to start with. When my wife starts yelling I'm pointing her right here to all of you guys:r

Shawn

[replicant_argent]

Ok I'm back, let me know how you think I did.

And before you say it I always over due everything I get into.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v102/altramagnus/S1051027.jpg

Now which one to start with. When my wife starts yelling I'm pointing her right here to all of you guys:r

Shawn

You may want to try comparing and contrasting the agricole vs. molasses rums and see what you like of each.
Good luck in the journey. The absolutely great thing about rums, other than the individual appeal to your palate, is that compared to scotches and whisk(e)ys, you can get some huge bang for your buck, and experience some of the finest spirits of the type for a fraction of the costs. I am no expert, but I know what makes my mouth happy.. .(that sounded...er... dirty...) Oh, and my wallet.

[Altra]

You may want to try comparing and contrasting the agricole vs. molasses rums and see what you like of each.
Good luck in the journey. The absolutely great thing about rums, other than the individual appeal to your palate, is that compared to scotches and whisk(e)ys, you can get some huge bang for your buck, and experience some of the finest spirits of the type for a fraction of the costs. I am no expert, but I know what makes my mouth happy.. .(that sounded...er... dirty...) Oh, and my wallet.

HAHA I hear ya. Thanks for the tips. Sipping the Appleton Reserve now and smoking a cigar. I have to say so far so good. I'm enjoying the rum.

Shawn

[JohnnyFlake]

Shawn,

All 3 are very decent rums. My fav of the three is Pyrat! In fact, I just opened a bottle yesterday.

[cobra03]

Shawn,

All 3 are very decent rums. My fav of the three is Pyrat! In fact, I just opened a bottle yesterday.

:tpd: Im working on a bottle of Pyrat myself.

[Altra]

Ok guys, I being a Rum noob need your help. I never was a liquor drinker because I thought it tasted like ass.

Sooo the Rum I bought is good, I like the sweet Rums. Can you all list for me the good sweet Rums? Not the oak tastes I hear everyone speak of.

Hope this requests makes sense.


Do we all have the tendency to collect/use everything we enjoy? I am already picking up a cabinet to add to the room where the humidor is with lighting for my Rums :r

Shawn

[icehog3]

My favorite "sweet" rum is Ron Centenario XX Anos Fundacion....comes if a leather covered bottle....good stuff.

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/CentXX.jpg

[JohnnyFlake]

Ok guys, I being a Rum noob need your help. I never was a liquor drinker because I thought it tasted like ass.

Sooo the Rum I bought is good, I like the sweet Rums. Can you all list for me the good sweet Rums? Not the oak tastes I hear everyone speak of.

Hope this requests makes sense.


Do we all have the tendency to collect/use everything we enjoy? I am already picking up a cabinet to add to the room where the humidor is with lighting for my Rums :r

Shawn

Shawn,

It's just another of the many, many slopes, open to those of us, who venture out and seek the things we enjoy and love!

BTW Shawn, Ron Zacapa are high quality rums that tend to be on the sweet side, but not overly so.

[Altra]

My favorite "sweet" rum is Ron Centenario XX Anos Fundacion....comes if a leather covered bottle....good stuff.

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/CentXX.jpg

Thanks Tom, I will add this to my list.

Shawn

[Altra]

Shawn,

It's just another of the many, many slopes, open to those of us, who venture out and seek the things we enjoy and love!

BTW Shawn, Ron Zacapa are high quality rums that tend to be on the sweet side, but not overly so.

Appreciate the info.

Shawn

[Wanger]

Shawn,

It's just another of the many, many slopes, open to those of us, who venture out and seek the things we enjoy and love!

BTW Shawn, Ron Zacapa are high quality rums that tend to be on the sweet side, but not overly so.

+1 on the Zacapa. Best "regularly" available sipping rum I've had. Zaya has been creeping back towards what it used to be, as well.

[replicant_argent]

+1 on the Zacapa. Best "regularly" available sipping rum I've had. Zaya has been creeping back towards what it used to be, as well.

Didn't I tell you it would?
Just marginally informed supposition, of course. I'm an idjit.

[Wanger]

Didn't I tell you it would?
Just marginally informed supposition, of course. I'm an idjit.

I knew it would take time, but still not what it used to be, and likely won't ever be, sadly. HUGE disappointment with the dropoff when the operations were first moved. I'm not lamenting the loss of the "old" Zaya any more, though, I've just switched to Zacapa. :D

[Altra]

You guys and the OLD ZAYA, must have been some good stuff.

I am starting to think this is just as slippery a slope as cigars and firearms. Jesus.

Heading this weekend to add more to my list. My problem though is I refuse to do more than 1 bottle at a time fearing if I open my bottle of Zaya I won't want to finish my bottle of Appleton Reserve.

Sigh :dr

Shawn

[Altra]

Well went on the hunt for Ron Zacapa 23, diplomatico Exclusiva and Ron Centenario XX Anos Fundacion.

Couldn't find any of them at 8 stores. I did swing by and pick up another Zaya and Pyrat xo :D

Ron Zacapa 23 is ordered and will arrive tomorrow, just got the call :banger


Tom I can't even find someone who can order the damn Ron C yet. Leave it up to you to suggest something out of my reach so far:sl

Shawn

[sleepy84]

I've found Ron Matusalem to be the best I've ever come in contact with.

Yes, Ron Matusalem is very good!

[yourchoice]

Tom I can't even find someone who can order the damn Ron C yet. Leave it up to you to suggest something out of my reach so far:sl

Shawn

I think this is what you're looking for...http://shoppersvineyard.com/store/pc/RON-CENTENARIO-FUNDACION-20YR-RUM-302p8827.htm

[icehog3]

I think this is what you're looking for...http://shoppersvineyard.com/store/pc/RON-CENTENARIO-FUNDACION-20YR-RUM-302p8827.htm

Not a bad price, either. :tu

[Altra]

I think this is what you're looking for...http://shoppersvineyard.com/store/pc/RON-CENTENARIO-FUNDACION-20YR-RUM-302p8827.htm

No shipping into MD :bh

Gotta find it local somehow. I will find it if its the last thing I do.

Shawn

[cobra03]

Went to the store looking for vodka for the wife ended up leaving with a bottle of this:
http://tophatwines.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/ron_zacapa_23_yrs.321142007_std.jpg

First time ive seen it since i moved back to NY.:noon happy day!

[357]

I'm with Tom, Ron Centenario XX Anos Fundacion is fantastic. I like Zaya (new), but Centenario is where it's at.

[Wanger]

You guys and the OLD ZAYA, must have been some good stuff.
BEYOND good, IMO!!!! Honestly, the best, smoothest rum I've ever had.

I am starting to think this is just as slippery a slope as cigars and firearms. Jesus.


Most certainly, it is. At least it's less expensive than scotch. :D

[Altra]

Most certainly, it is. At least it's less expensive than scotch. :D

True, even the good stuff isn't priced crazy.


Well I tried the Zaya and big difference over the Appleton reserve. Appleton is now a mixer until it's gone.

Drinking Appleton and apple juice right now as I fire up the charcoal grill for burgers.

Shawn

[JohnnyFlake]

Hey Guys,

This is a newly released rum from one of my favorite brands. Has anyone tried this yet? I'm thinking I need to give it a try but so far I have not been able to pull the trigger. Since I live in Henderson, Nevada I have been buying a lot of my stuff from K&L in California. Hell, I can get 3 - 750ml bottles of whatever, shipped Fed Ex for $10.25.

http://www.klwines.com/detail.asp?sku=1056050

[Altra]

Hey Guys,

This is a newly released rum from one of my favorite brands. Has anyone tried this yet? I'm thinking I need to give it a try but so far I have not been able to pull the trigger. Since I live in Henderson, Nevada I have been buying a lot of my stuff from K&L in California. Hell, I can get 3 - 750ml bottles of whatever, shipped Fed Ex for $10.25.

http://www.klwines.com/detail.asp?sku=1056050

I will try to find that one, I'm buzzing right now after 5 Rum-n-Apple juice :r

Shawn

[replicant_argent]

Hey Guys,

This is a newly released rum from one of my favorite brands. Has anyone tried this yet? I'm thinking I need to give it a try but so far I have not been able to pull the trigger. Since I live in Henderson, Nevada I have been buying a lot of my stuff from K&L in California. Hell, I can get 3 - 750ml bottles of whatever, shipped Fed Ex for $10.25.

http://www.klwines.com/detail.asp?sku=1056050

http://therumhowlerblog.wordpress.com/rum-reviews/dark-rums-p-z/zafra-master-reserve/
looks like a winner to me, John. This guy is pretty solid on his rum reviews.

[cobra03]

Most certainly, it is. At least it's less expensive than scotch. :D

:tpd: Rum is my new scotch and you can find some really nice rums for much cheaper. at least for now.

[Wanger]

http://therumhowlerblog.wordpress.com/rum-reviews/dark-rums-p-z/zafra-master-reserve/
looks like a winner to me, John. This guy is pretty solid on his rum reviews.

If you find any locally, Pete, let me know how it is and where you got it. :p

[replicant_argent]

If you find any locally, Pete, let me know how it is and where you got it. :p
After the Guat Zaya debacle, I give no info to anyone about any rum anymore.
Trust No One.

[BC-Axeman]

I think this is what you're looking for...http://shoppersvineyard.com/store/pc/RON-CENTENARIO-FUNDACION-20YR-RUM-302p8827.htm
Thanks for the link.:tu
:hn

[Altra]

Ok RZ23 has arrived.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v102/altramagnus/S1051028.jpg


Shawn

[cobra03]

Nice pick-ups just got a bottle of that Ron Zacapa yesterday. good stuff:tu

[Altra]

Nice pick-ups just got a bottle of that Ron Zacapa yesterday. good stuff:tu

The barefoot is for the little lady, she LOVES that brand. Who am I to argue at 6 bucks a bottle.

Shawn

[Altra]

Ron Centenario XX Anos Fundacion

Well my friend works for a liquor distributor and I got hold of a MD beverage journal the place uses:banger. So far i'm not seeing it in MD anywhere.

Oh well.

Shawn

[wayner123]

Have any of you tried Cruzan Black Strap, or Cruzan Single barrel?

[Wanger]

After the Guat Zaya debacle, I give no info to anyone about any rum anymore.
Trust No One.

Would you like your addy public? Blackmail's a biatch, ain't it? :p LOL

[issues]

After reading through this thread, I went ahead and picked up a bottle of Diplomaticos Reserva and everything I read in here was spot on!!!

Very tasty treat, no doubt!

Will have to get the Ron Centenario XX next. :tu

I have also come to enjoy Ron Anejo Botran Solera 1893 and Oronoco. I would have to say my favorites so far are Havana Club 7yr, Zacapa XO, Zaya and the Diplomaticos Reserva but I still have a lot of rums to try.

[madwilliamflint]

Zacapa 23 FTW!

Day to day I actually love a Kraken (http://krakenrum.com/) (with a cube) with cigars. Bloody excellent stuff. Quite reasonable too.

[Skywalker]

After reading through this thread, I went ahead and picked up a bottle of Diplomaticos Reserva and everything I read in here was spot on!!!

Very tasty treat, no doubt!

Will have to get the Ron Centenario XX next. :tu

I have also come to enjoy Ron Anejo Botran Solera 1893 and Oronoco. I would have to say my favorites so far are Havana Club 7yr, Zacapa XO, Zaya and the Diplomaticos Reserva but I still have a lot of rums to try.

Sweet haul!!!

Diplomaticos is tasty!!!:dr

[yourchoice]

My favorite "sweet" rum is Ron Centenario XX Anos Fundacion....comes if a leather covered bottle....good stuff.



I just got an e-mail from SV. This stuff is on sale right now for <$30 before shipping. Here's a link: http://www.shoppersvineyard.com/store/pc/RON-CENTENARIO-FUNDACION-20YR-RUM-302p8827.htm

And there's a shipping discount code for the rest of May. SV5 will get you $5 off shipping. I picked up a bottle of it, and a bottle of Zaya. I've never had either, and haven't been able to find them locally.

Hope this helps a BOTL. :tu

[agctribefan]

anybody like flavored rums? I do appreciate a good flavored rum. Don't get me wrong I love the Pyrat, ron Zacapa, and Zimcaya rums. But I really like the vanilla flavored rums like Brimley gold and there is a rum called Sebastion's that you can get in tortola. Its fantastic. Calypso Island, now made by cruzan, used to be absolutely amazing, but since they were bought out, they changed and are not as good.

[BC-Axeman]

I just got an e-mail from SV. This stuff is on sale right now for <$30 before shipping. Here's a link: http://www.shoppersvineyard.com/store/pc/RON-CENTENARIO-FUNDACION-20YR-RUM-302p8827.htm

And there's a shipping discount code for the rest of May. SV5 will get you $5 off shipping. I picked up a bottle of it, and a bottle of Zaya. I've never had either, and haven't been able to find them locally.

Hope this helps a BOTL. :tu
Thanks, 3 bottles on the way.

[wayner123]

I had some Ron Abuelo 12 yr over the weekend. It was very smooth. It had a nice clean finish.

http://rum.findthebest.com/sites/default/files/835/media/images/Ron%20Abuelo%2012%20Year%20Old%20Rum.jpg

[JohnnyFlake]

Does anyone know how to tell the difference between the older bottles of Zaya and the newer ones since the factory was moved?

I understand that there is a slight difference in the labeling but I have no idea as to what it is.

[replicant_argent]

Does anyone know how to tell the difference between the older bottles of Zaya and the newer ones since the factory was moved?

I understand that there is a slight difference in the labeling but I have no idea as to what it is.

The old bottles say Guatemala, the new, Trinidad, if that is what you mean, sir.
There are one or two other small differences, as I recall, but that is the easiest to remember.

[JohnnyFlake]

The old bottles say Guatemala, the new, Trinidad, if that is what you mean, sir.
There are one or two other small differences, as I recall, but that is the easiest to remember.

That is great info. I was not aware of the difference in countries, but that is a big help and very easy to remember.

[wayner123]

Does anyone know how to tell the difference between the older bottles of Zaya and the newer ones since the factory was moved?

I understand that there is a slight difference in the labeling but I have no idea as to what it is.


The old bottles say Guatemala, the new, Trinidad, if that is what you mean, sir.
There are one or two other small differences, as I recall, but that is the easiest to remember.

And here is a visual of that difference:

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i133/wayner1234/Cigars/zaya_sidebyside.jpg

[replicant_argent]

BTW, if you know where there is any Guat, don't tell Wayne. ;)

You can PM me, though. :D

[wayner123]

BTW, if you know where there is any Guat, don't tell Wayne. ;)

You can PM me, though. :D

No more Guat searching for me.

I am still looking for my white whale... a bottle of Zacapa with the full palm weave.

[JohnnyFlake]

And here is a visual of that difference:

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i133/wayner1234/Cigars/zaya_sidebyside.jpg

Great info, Thanks!

[JohnnyFlake]

BTW, if you know where there is any Guat, don't tell Wayne. ;)

You can PM me, though. :D

I have never seen any, recently that is, but I've heard that it's still around!

[JohnnyFlake]

I just opened my first bottle of Ron Zacapa Solera 23 and I'm sipping some right now. WOW! This is really excellent rum!

[BC-Axeman]

My favorite "sweet" rum is Ron Centenario XX Anos Fundacion....comes if a leather covered bottle....good stuff.

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/CentXX.jpg
Mine just came today. Mmmm, I'd forgotten how good this is.

[Zeuceone]

Pick up some Pyrat today and I really like the citrus notes. I like it better than the Zaya and the Zacapa is the favorite so far.

[Altra]

Mine just came today. Mmmm, I'd forgotten how good this is.

Damn you guys and your allowed online ordering :c

Guess I am destined to not try this. Maybe I can get the wife to move out of state :r

Hope you enjoy and let me know what you think of it.

Shawn

[JohnnyFlake]

Damn you guys and your allowed online ordering :c

Guess I am destined to not try this. Maybe I can get the wife to move out of state :r

Hope you enjoy and let me know what you think of it.

Shawn

Shawn,

I am pretty sure I can get that here. If you want I'll check and see. I'd be happy to pick one up and ship it to you via Fed-X. I've never had a problem shipping spirits to friends or receiving them. Let me know.

[Wanger]

I have never seen any, recently that is, but I've heard that it's still around!

If you find it, buy it, and Pete and I will take it. :D

[Altra]

Shawn,

I am pretty sure I can get that here. If you want I'll check and see. I'd be happy to pick one up and ship it to you via Fed-X. I've never had a problem shipping spirits to friends or receiving them. Let me know.

Really, that would be mighty awesome of you. If you see it let me know how much it is and we may have to do that.

Appreciate that offer.

Shawn

[JohnnyFlake]

Really, that would be mighty awesome of you. If you see it let me know how much it is and we may have to do that.

Appreciate that offer.

Shawn

I'll do some looking during the week and let you know.

[Altra]

I'll do some looking during the week and let you know.

No rush and thank you. Don't go out of your way.

Shawn

[madbunny]

bundaberg rum 10 year old.

[BC-Axeman]

Down to my las bottle of Ron Cent. XX Anos.
Never seen the Bundaberg before. What's it like?

[BC-Axeman]

Mmmmmm:dr, rum. Getting hard to type.
:al

[Altra]

Found this yesterday and had to pick it up.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v102/altramagnus/IMAG0050.jpg

What I have left so far in my collection.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v102/altramagnus/IMAG0051.jpg

Sorry for the Cabo Wabo in the pic, forgot to pull it out for the pic.

Shawn

[RGD.]

BTW, if you know where there is any Guat, don't tell Wayne. ;)

You can PM me, though. :D

I know where three bottles are located.


Cause I can see them from where I'm sitting :D


Ron

[RGD.]

Santa Teresa has been on my to find list for a long while now. Was in a little store over in Maryland Sunday cause they had Cruzan Cream Rum on sale for $10 a bottle - and while looking over the shelf's - right there on the top was my prize. Three bottles. I bought two and my friend Bob got one. He said he didn't know what it was but if I was buying two he better grab the last one.

:ss

Ron


http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/IMAG0019.jpg

[Wanger]

Santa Teresa, huh? The liquor store by our new place here had a good selection when I was in there a few weeks ago. I'll have to loom for it next time I go in there. :)

[MajorCaptSilly]

Had the pleasure of trying Firefly Spiced Rum when I was in South Carolina. I'm not usually into the spiced stuff but this was excellent. I brought home 2 bottles and am now down to one.

MCS

[RGD.]

Had the pleasure of trying Firefly Spiced Rum when I was in South Carolina. I'm not usually into the spiced stuff but this was excellent. I brought home 2 bottles and am now down to one.

MCS

I'm not big into spiced and/or flavored rums myself - but - if you run across some "Shipwreck Spiced Rum (http://www.brinleygoldrum.com/shipwreck/)" you may want to try a bottle or two. I've had several bottles now and enjoy it from time to time.


Ron

[MajorCaptSilly]

I'm not big into spiced and/or flavored rums myself - but - if you run across some "Shipwreck Spiced Rum (http://www.brinleygoldrum.com/shipwreck/)" you may want to try a bottle or two. I've had several bottles now and enjoy it from time to time.


Ron

I will look for it!

Thanks!

MCS

[Aporschaguy]

Run Abuelo 12yrs from Panama is a personal favorite. I drank allot of it when I lived there. Unfortunately you can't find it in Canada. Another great sipping Rum is Zecappa 15 or 25yr from Guatemala.

[RGD.]

Been a good week! First the Santa Teresa 1796 Antiguo and now these: Ron Zacapa XO and Flor de Caña Centenario Gold 18 Year Old. Excited to try the XO. And you know you really can't go wrong with Flor de Caña!

Ron

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/DSCN0780a.jpg

[RWhisenand]

Run Abuelo 12yrs from Panama is a personal favorite. I drank allot of it when I lived there. Unfortunately you can't find it in Canada. Another great sipping Rum is Zecappa 15 or 25yr from Guatemala.

Ron Abuelo is one of, if not my favorite. We trek down to Panama about once every two years or so, and we always bring back four bottles.

[Aporschaguy]

Been a good week! First the Santa Teresa 1796 Antiguo and now these: Ron Zacapa XO and Flor de Caña Centenario Gold 18 Year Old. Excited to try the XO. And you know you really can't go wrong with Flor de Caña!

Ron

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/DSCN0780a.jpg

Oh man the XO is good stuff... Mmmmm.

[RGD.]

A few more pickups: Zafra 21, Ron Matusalem 18 year and Diplomatico Reserva.

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/1821Dip.jpg


Ron

[pnoon]

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/IMAG0019.jpg


http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/DSCN0780a.jpg



http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/1821Dip.jpg


Can I hang out with you, Ron? :D

[RGD.]

Can I hang out with you, Ron? :D

Sure thing Peter. And if you can't really find something in those pictures I could always bust open one of the bottles of Zaya "Guatemalan" - in addition to whatever you could find in the other 70 or 80 bottles I might have on hand.

Say - don't you have a trip planned out this way this fall? :ss


Ron

[Bill86]

70-80 bottles?!?! Holy $hit nice collection. :tu

[RGD.]

70-80 bottles?!?! Holy $hit nice collection. :tu

Yeah - give or take a few bottles. Probably give. Here is a list from 2009 that I haven't updated since then. When I get my little mini bar area done in the next month, and my shelves up, then I will inventory again.

2009 Rum List (http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/Ron's Rum List 2.htm)

Ron

[pnoon]

Sure thing Peter. And if you can't really find something in those pictures I could always bust open one of the bottles of Zaya "Guatemalan" - in addition to whatever you could find in the other 70 or 80 bottles I might have on hand.

Say - don't you have a trip planned out this way this fall? :ss


Ron
Yes. Yes, I do. :)

[issues]

Nice pickups Ron! :tu

That bottle of Zafra has me very intrigued. I have read some excellent reviews on it but have yet to pull the trigger due to its price.

[replicant_argent]

I tried the Captains Private Stock this week. Neat and with a cube. A bit of a "cheap, chemical tasting, artificial baking vanilla" finish to it.
I will probably consume the rest with some coke zero or something.

[JohnnyFlake]

I'd love to get a bottle of that Diplomatico but most online vendors cannot ship hard liquor to Nevada!

[RGD.]

I tried the Captains Private Stock this week. Neat and with a cube. A bit of a "cheap, chemical tasting, artificial baking vanilla" finish to it.
I will probably consume the rest with some coke zero or something.

When I drink the Captains, I only drink the Private Stock but I don't sip it - a little Coke Zero helps it.

Ron

[rizzle]

Santa Teresa has been on my to find list for a long while now. Was in a little store over in Maryland Sunday cause they had Cruzan Cream Rum on sale for $10 a bottle - and while looking over the shelf's - right there on the top was my prize. Three bottles. I bought two and my friend Bob got one. He said he didn't know what it was but if I was buying two he better grab the last one.

:ss

Ron


http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/IMAG0019.jpg
That one tops my list of rums.

[RGD.]

So popped the cork on one bottle of Santa Teresa 1796 tonight. Had a bit more bite than I expected - but very good flavor and a long long aftertaste.

Been wanting a bottle of Santa Teresa for so long that maybe my expectations for it were a bit high. Compared to the El Dorado 15 I had last night (staple in my collection) - the El Dorado had less bite and a lot sweeter.

Overall though - Santa Teresa is a great rum, really impressed by the long aftertaste that lingers.


Ron

[St. Lou Stu]

Ron,
Next year you'll have to go to Shack... I brought a bottle of Flor de Cana 21 that was hardly touched... I left it... hopefully it'll still be around to drink.

[RGD.]

Ron,
Next year you'll have to go to Shack... I brought a bottle of Flor de Cana 21 that was hardly touched... I left it... hopefully it'll still be around to drink.

Hardly touched??? That's just sinful there. The 21 has been on my "to get" list for some time now. I have a couple bottles of 18 but haven't found 21 yet. Guess one of these days I'll have to break down and start using mail order.


Ron

[Cyrann]

Ron,
Next year you'll have to go to Shack... I brought a bottle of Flor de Cana 21 that was hardly touched... I left it... hopefully it'll still be around to drink.

Damn... I only saw the (4) clear, I would of at least had a glass.

That is horrible to hear... I hope it makes it the year as well.

[BC-Axeman]

I just got through talking to Dave from this rum review website (http://www.rndrumreviews.com). I was put in touch through the owner of an obscure liquor store that noticed me checking the back of his rum shelves, something I always do, looking for Guat Zaya. Dave does the same thing. He said he believes similar rums are Botran Solera 1893, Diplimatico "green bottle", and Zacapa, which the last I already knew. I will keep my eyes out for those others now.

[INT]

Best rum I've ever had, period. Going to order another a bottle soon

https://www.crownwineandspirits.com/images/Product/large/donqgrananejo.jpg

[Trace63]

Looks $$$

[INT]

Looks $$$

That's the beauty of it...not really considering how good it is. You can find it online for around $50-60.

IF that's above your range, the Don Q Gold runs around $20.

[Bill86]

I wasnt a fan of the Don Q I bought that same bottle for $56 I'd say it is easily priced $20-$25 too high.

[RGD.]

Best rum I've ever had, period. Going to order another a bottle soon

https://www.crownwineandspirits.com/images/Product/large/donqgrananejo.jpg

I have a bottle of that on the way. Friend is picking it up for me.


Ron

[shark]

I've found Ron Matusalem to be the best I've ever come in contact with.


Even better if it's aged 15 years...:2

[w squared]

My current "go-to" rum

http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/ProductImage.aspx?pc=RUM%2fHAV3&w=270

And when I'm in the mood for something sweet:

http://www.rum.cz/galery/sam/co/santana/img/co_32.jpg

I know that some purists will sneer, but I really enjoy the stuff.

[Frodo]

I really want to try a bottle of the Brugal 1888. New expression that is aged in sherry casks !?! Loved the Brugal Extra Viejo...

[BC-Axeman]

Mmmmm, Zaya. I'm fine with the new stuff.

[theonlybear4CORT]

I really like the zacapa.
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[RevSmoke]

Have any of you had the BRINLEY GOLD VANILLA RUM? The local grocery store had them for $10 a bottle. So, I picked up a couple.

[Tredegar]

I am a big fan of Ron Zacapa but last night I got turned on to some El Dorado 12 year old rum. Man, what a great flavor that has! Smooth, sweet and very thick molasses flavor.

[theonlybear4CORT]

Is it priced cheaper then the zacapa?
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[Wanger]

Is it priced cheaper then the zacapa?
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Last time I bought some, it was. :)

[replicant_argent]

about 15 bucks cheaper, as I recall.

[Tredegar]

Yep. About 15-20 bucks cheaper than Ron Zacapa. They also have a 15 and 21 year old rum. The guy said he tried both but he swore by the 12 year old.

[Skywalker]

Just picked up some Bacardi Oakheart.

I was concerned, because it was Bacardi, that it would be a mixed drink type rum.

It is good for sipping!

I think it tastes great. I had two glasses last night!:tu:tu

http://www.thepurveyor.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Bacardi_Oakheart_Bottle.jpg

[darkleeroy]

I hear Oakheart is really good, I passed on it the one time it was offered to me. Sailor Jerry is currently my favorite spiced, which isn't really a nice rum at all, but it tastes good with Coke Zero.

I'm partial to Zacapa atm, going to buy a bottle this Wed.

I just bought a bottle of Flor de Cana 4 yo this weekend. Nothing impressive.

[BnBTobacco]

I'll look around for Zacapa this weekend.

[Mutombo]

Zacapa is probably my favorite. Just picked up a bottle of Zaya today to go along with it.

[cobra03]

Zacapa 23 is fantastic, but my every day go to is still Pyrat. I can usually find it for around $20-24.

[BC-Axeman]

Have they changed Cap'n Morgan?
I just had a glass at a bar cuz that's what they had and I thought it tasted better than I remembered. Less spice and smoother.

[Frodo]

Just picked up some Bacardi Oakheart.

I was concerned, because it was Bacardi, that it would be a mixed drink type rum.

It is good for sipping!

I think it tastes great. I had two glasses last night!:tu:tu

http://www.thepurveyor.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Bacardi_Oakheart_Bottle.jpg

I had a sample and just off that I thought it was quite good. The perfect drink for doing shots...

[replicant_argent]

My neighbor is doing Mule duty and bringing me a little something from St. Maarten. Last year it was a bottle of Zacapa, this year it will be something I can't get here. Another good friend will be muling some back from Florida next week. Some of the rums you lucky Floridians take for granted are like hens teeth here. I made a little list, and gave him instructions to give me a call. ;)

[Zeuceone]

Total Wine finally got Ron Centenario back in stock. Pick up a bottle.

[Frodo]

X2 Ron Zacapa XO. :banger

[Matt-N-Ga]

X2 Ron Zacapa XO. :banger

:tpd::chr lol

[RGD.]

Picture of my latest additions. All three of the El Dorado Demerara Rums - EHP, ICBU and PM. Interesting on these rums is that they are small batch, single barrel made using the recipes, techniques and stills from the 18th and 19th century. You can read more on these HERE (http://www.theeldoradorum.com/connoisseur-range).


http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/ElDoradoSB.jpg


Ron

[Wanger]

Picture of my latest additions. All three of the El Dorado Demerara Rums - EHP, ICBU and PM. Interesting on these rums is that they are small batch, single barrel made using the recipes, techniques and stills from the 18th and 19th century. You can read more on these HERE (http://www.theeldoradorum.com/connoisseur-range).


http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/ElDoradoSB.jpg


Ron

WANT!!! :dr:dr:dr:dr

[hammondc]

Picture of my latest additions. All three of the El Dorado Demerara Rums - EHP, ICBU and PM. Interesting on these rums is that they are small batch, single barrel made using the recipes, techniques and stills from the 18th and 19th century. You can read more on these HERE (http://www.theeldoradorum.com/connoisseur-range).


http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/cigarasylum/ElDoradoSB.jpg


Ron


Let's see a full size pic of that collection...

[lenguamor]

Had some Zaya at the Cuban Crafters herf on the 6th, and it was tasty. Smooth.

[replicant_argent]

I don't think I have run into a demerara el Dorado I didn't like, Ron. I will keep my eyes peeled for these here, as you can find some of the other El D's in stock locally. Are they new?
(I suppose I could just read the link. ;) )

[RGD.]

Let's see a full size pic of that collection...

Okay. Little hard to get it all in one shot - so here is a series. And some bottles are behind other bottles so they are hard to see. This whole area is under construction - walls, floors, ceiling, cabinets, counters etc.

Ron

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00001.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00002.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00003.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00004.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00005.jpg

[RGD.]

And the rest with the 3 bottles of Zaya Guatemalan in the last picture. Not all of these are rum of course, have to have some stuff for the non-rum drinkers (shudder) but the 3 middle shelves are.

Ron

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00006.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00007.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00008.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/rumwall/IMG00009.jpg

[Steve]

Damn!

[BC-Axeman]

I would have less trouble stocking a liquor cabinet like that than I would keeping it stocked.
The less available the better, for me.

[Skywalker]

Rum Herf at Ron's house!!!!:noon:noon:noon

[JohnnyFlake]

What the Hell Man!

You need to pick up a few more bottles of Rum or whatever, I believe I spotted at least four or five spaces that will hold a bottle!

[Django]

I don't regularly drink rum (more of a whisky drinker). But had a Zacapa offered to me at the Dutch Big Smoke, and wow that was something else.
I believe it was an XO, not sure though.
Okay. Little hard to get it all in one shot - so here is a series. And some bottles are behind other bottles so they are hard to see. This whole area is under construction - walls, floors, ceiling, cabinets, counters etc.
OK, stop showing pictures of your local liquor store (which is apparently specialized in rum) and show your private stash :O

[replicant_argent]

Okay. Little hard to get it all in one shot - so here is a series. And some bottles are behind other bottles so they are hard to see. This whole area is under construction - walls, floors, ceiling, cabinets, counters etc.

Ron



Sweet Baby Jesus, Ron. I knew from our chats that you had a (ahem) "extensive" collection, but I am in awe.
How many cases of Cruzan rum cream do you have currently? ;)
BTW, I dig that the ZayaGuat has its own shelf. :D

[Steve]

Okay. Little hard to get it all in one shot - so here is a series. And some bottles are behind other bottles so they are hard to see. This whole area is under construction - walls, floors, ceiling, cabinets, counters etc.

Ron



BTW, does Alex (Snkbyt) or his rum guzzling dog Soffie know about that stash? For you sake I hope not!

[Bill86]

Damn that is a fine collection of rum. You must have some will power not to go through it all.

[deadrise]

well I have tried my taste at rum and got a bottle of Barbancourt Rhum 8 year Reserve Speciale.
and have been drinking it on ice not bad had to warm up to it a little but I do like it.
was not expensive but I did not want to put a lot into it if it was not my thing.
since it was my first sipping rum. there is a few other rums in the 30.00 range I will try next :D
maybe that plantation rum with the straw on it? any suggestions ? thanks a lot

[smokin5]

Seek out the Barbancourt 15 year old, aged in oak casks.
FAR superior to the 8 year old.
And don't you dare sully it with an ice cube -
this stuff is meant to be sipped neat.:)

[RGD.]

. . . any suggestions ? thanks a lot

Seek out the Barbancourt 15 year old, . . .

I agree on the Barbancourt 15. Also try the El Dorado 15 year. Most of the Pyrat rums. Ron Zacapa 23 or XO. Also Ron Matusalem 15 or 18 year.

Drink it like you like it - no good if you don't enjoy it!

Ron

[replicant_argent]

I was fortunate to try 4 new to me rums today. Ron Centenario Fundacion (I am in love), Diplomatico RE, (yeah, me likey, especially the "Drambuie-ish" finish). Centenario Conmemorativo, (Still very good, but not as good as the other 3), and Ron
Pampero Aniversario. (Great spice and interestingly dry finish.)

[RGD.]

I was fortunate to try 4 new to me rums today. Ron Centenario Fundacion (I am in love), Diplomatico RE, (yeah, me likey, especially the "Drambuie-ish" finish). Centenario Conmemorativo, (Still very good, but not as good as the other 3), and Ron
Pampero Aniversario. (Great spice and interestingly dry finish.)


Nice taste tests! New additions to your stock?


Ron

[replicant_argent]

Nice taste tests! New additions to your stock?


Ron
No sir. A good friend of mine went to Mouseworld with his wife, twins, and inlaws and that is what he brought back. I pushed him down the rum slope by introducing him to Zaya last year.


Well. Slight correction, he gave me the remainder of the bottle of Centenario Fundacion as a Christmas present. ;)

[RGD.]

No sir. A good friend of mine went to Mouseworld with his wife, twins, and inlaws and that is what he brought back. I pushed him down the rum slope by introducing him to Zaya last year.


Well. Slight correction, he gave me the remainder of the bottle of Centenario Fundacion as a Christmas present. ;)

Good deal. I have three of the four - don't have the Ron Centenario Conmemorativo but it's on my list to order some time as they don't sell it locally.

It's always good to lead people to the edge and watch them fall down it. I have a lifelong bourbon/whiskey drinking friend whose liquor cabinet is now 80% rum. :D

Ron

[replicant_argent]

Good deal. I have three of the four - don't have the Ron Centenario Conmemorativo but it's on my list to order some time as they don't sell it locally.

It's always good to lead people to the edge and watch them fall down it. I have a lifelong bourbon/whiskey drinking friend whose liquor cabinet is now 80% rum. :D

Ron
The funny thing about the conmemorativo is that I think if I had it by itself, with no comparison of the prior 3, I might have a different impression of it. While it paled in contrast to the other three, it may have better qualities than my first tasting. While I think it is in roughly the same price range as the El D 12, I would be hard pressed to choose the RCC over that one.

I would like to take this moment to tell you that I hold your taste in very high esteem.


(and that if I had 80% of your fine collection, I would feel like quite an accomplished rummy.)
;)

[replicant_argent]

Good deal. I have three of the four - don't have the Ron Centenario Conmemorativo but it's on my list to order some time as they don't sell it locally.

It's always good to lead people to the edge and watch them fall down it. I have a lifelong bourbon/whiskey drinking friend whose liquor cabinet is now 80% rum. :D

Ron
The funny thing about the conmemorativo is that I think if I had it by itself, with no comparison of the prior 3, I think I may have a different impression of it. While it paled in contrast to the other three, it may have better qualities than my first tasting. While I think it is in roughly the same price range as the El D 12, I would be hard pressed to choose the RCC over that one.

I would like to take this moment to tell you that I hold your taste in very high esteem.


(and that if I had 80% of your fine collection, I would feel like quite an accomplished rummy.)
;)

I need to find a trusted individual who can ship me the RCF or Diplo RE when it is on sale.

[RGD.]

. . .
I would like to take this moment to tell you that I hold your taste in very high esteem.


Oh I don't know about that - I'm just a guy who you know - likes a sip of rum every now and then - :D


I need to find a trusted individual who can ship me the RCF or Diplo RE when it is on sale.

For stuff that I can't get locally I use Shoppers Vineyard (http://www.shoppersvineyard.com). Their everyday prices beat most and they do have sales/specials. Friend them on Facebook where they post a lot of daily deals and stuff. Pretty sure they ship to your neck of the woods.

Ron

[BigCat]

I finally got around to trying a nice rum on a cruise this past weekend and really enjoyed it - like way more than I expected. It was Pyrat. I'm normally a scotch and bourbon kind of guy, but this just hit the spot. Is it representative of the types of flavors and consistency of the nicer rums, i.e. Zacapa, Ron Centenario, Zaya, etc.? The Pyrat had a certain honey-like sweetness to it and sort of a syrupy finish. At least that's how I'd describe it now. I should have made a better note of it, but I was throwing a lot of them back at the time :)

[Bill86]

Pyrat isn't bad that's for sure. However yeah if you liked that you'll probably love Zacapa 23 and Zaya. They are both just fantastic. Zacapa 23 is easily my favorite rum.

[RGD.]

. . . Is it representative of the types of flavors and consistency of the nicer rums, i.e. Zacapa, Ron Centenario, Zaya, etc.? . . .


If you liked the Pyrat - then it only gets better from there!

Enjoy the slide - :D


Ron

[BigCat]

I'm always in the market for another vice - thanks for the feedback, fellas!

[RGD.]

RUM ALERT

Depaz Blue Cane Rhum Agricole is apparently being discontinued! I haven't had any in a few years (although I do have a bottle on the shelf), but memory tells me that I did enjoy it.

Spirit Journal gave it a 5 star rating. Shoppers Vineyard has it reduced down to $19.99 a bottle. Link HERE (http://tinyurl.com/88z8wu8)

I'm going to put in for 2,3 or 4 bottles myself.

For those who don't know what "Rhum Agricole" is, crash course: Most rum is made from molasses - Rhum Agricole is made from fresh sugar cane and must come from the French West Indies. So when you see Rhum Agricole or Rhum on a bottle - that's what you get.

Ron

[SNKBYT]

However yeah if you liked that you'll probably love Zacapa 23 and Zaya. They are both just fantastic. Zacapa 23 is easily my favorite rum.

:tu:tu drinking 23 now............have both in the house

[Steve]

RUM ALERT

Depaz Blue Cane Rhum Agricole is apparently being discontinued! I haven't had any in a few years (although I do have a bottle on the shelf), but memory tells me that I did enjoy it.

Ron

Looks like you have about EVERY rum on your shelf...:banger

[SNKBYT]

BTW, does Alex (Snkbyt) or his rum guzzling dog Soffie know about that stash? For you sake I hope not!

we do now.......... Ron, when I come up that way next year we'll have to hook up :D

[RGD.]

we do now.......... Ron, when I come up that way next year we'll have to hook up :D

No problem! You bring the sauce and I supply the rum!


Ron

[SNKBYT]

No problem! You bring the sauce and I supply the rum!


Ron

deal :tu

[RGD.]

I hope some of you took advantage of the Depaz Blue Cane Rhum Agricole I posted about. Got my bottles in.

This is some good stuff!

Ron


http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/capics/DePaz.jpg

[Nick]

Hey RGD what do you think of the captain morgan private stock, I've been sipping on some and liking it quite a bit?

[RGD.]

Hey RGD what do you think of the captain morgan private stock, I've been sipping on some and liking it quite a bit?

Nothing wrong with Captain Morgan PS. I always keep a bottle on hand. I would also suggest that you try:

Brinley Gold Shipwreck
Bacardi Oakheart
Cruzan 9 (although might be close to regular Captain Morgan for some)

You know, my wife obviously could have any bottle on my shelves but will only, and I mean only drink Bacardi White. Which brings us to the point of - drink what you like and like what you drink. If you are new to Rum, Private Stock is not a bad starting place. Enjoy it!

Ron

[shark]

Probably already mentioned, but Zaya really impressed me. Went through a bottle of that in about a month earlier this year.

[SvilleKid]

Probably already mentioned, but Zaya really impressed me. Went through a bottle of that in about a month earlier this year.

Oh yeah! I have a bottle and a third left. It isn't available to me in Bama. Have to load up on it when I'm in Florida. Last year's Christmas promotion had a nice pair of cordial type glasses in it. Wonder about this years?

[BigCat]

I picked up a bottle of Zaya and I have to say I'm not as impressed as I expected to be with the rave reviews it gets around here. It tasted like someone watered down some captain morgans and added some vanilla extract. Pyrat was way better (in my not-so-humble opinion).

[Nick]

Nothing wrong with Captain Morgan PS. I always keep a bottle on hand. I would also suggest that you try:

Brinley Gold Shipwreck
Bacardi Oakheart
Cruzan 9 (although might be close to regular Captain Morgan for some)

You know, my wife obviously could have any bottle on my shelves but will only, and I mean only drink Bacardi White. Which brings us to the point of - drink what you like and like what you drink. If you are new to Rum, Private Stock is not a bad starting place. Enjoy it!

Ron

Yah I'm fairly new to drinking rum straight, usually a whiskey or bourbon drinker but I have to say I could be converted.

[RGD.]

I picked up a bottle of Zaya and I have to say I'm not as impressed as I expected to be with the rave reviews it gets around here. It tasted like someone watered down some captain morgans and added some vanilla extract. Pyrat was way better (in my not-so-humble opinion).

I think most "rave" reviews of Zaya are for the Guatemalan version and not the Trinidad of which you most likely had since the Guatemalan is no longer available. Although similar, the Trini version just isn't the same.


Ron

[RGD.]

Yah I'm fairly new to drinking rum straight, usually a whiskey or bourbon drinker but I have to say I could be converted.

And that's a good thing! Way back, and I mean way back, I use to be a mostly Bourbon drinker. But once I got started on the Rum it was pretty much no looking back. Not that I don't partake of other spirits - I just won't reach for them first.

Ron

[Nick]

Picked up some Rhum Barbancourt reserve special because of your post earlier. Even though it's not the same brand I wanted to try a cane sugar rum. I'm liking it it doesn't seem as sweet and mellow as the molasses based rums.

[Nick]

Just ordered two bottles of the Depaz blue cane rhum on your recomendation RGD.

[RGD.]

Picked up some Rhum Barbancourt reserve special because of your post earlier. Even though it's not the same brand I wanted to try a cane sugar rum. I'm liking it it doesn't seem as sweet and mellow as the molasses based rums.

Rhum Barbancourt is easily one of my favorites - especially the 15 year.

Just ordered two bottles of the Depaz blue cane rhum on your recomendation RGD.

Hope you like it! It will be different from what you have had so far. First it's made with blue cane sugar which is the most expensive sugar cane. And with it's designation - it has no artificial colors or flavors added. This is one of those Rhums that doesn't get a lot of press but should easily be on everyone's top shelf.

:D


Ron

[RGD.]

Looks like you have about EVERY rum on your shelf...:banger


No yet - :ss


Ron

[JohnnyFlake]

I also love Rhum Barbancourt, but for me it's the 8yo that I favor!

[Nick]

Had a couple glasses of the barbancourt last night with a cube of ice, really digging it.

[Wanger]

I think most "rave" reviews of Zaya are for the Guatemalan version and not the Trinidad of which you most likely had since the Guatemalan is no longer available. Although similar, the Trini version just isn't the same.


Ron

Yup, though I have heard that the Trini version is still improving. Haven't had any recently, and have most of a bottle of Guat left. :)

A friend who came through town from Canada Gave me a bottle of this:
http://www.rum.cz/galery/sas/in/amrut/img/in_24.jpg

It's not bad as a mixer at all. Haven't tried it straight yet, but might have a sip and see how it goes.

[wayner123]

Have any of you tried either of these two rums?

Ron Zacapa 15yr
English Harbor 5yr

If so, what did you think of them?

[Bill86]

Nope never seen the 15 year Zacapa. Didn't even know they made one.

[wayner123]

Nope never seen the 15 year Zacapa. Didn't even know they made one.

From the reviews I have read it's less sweet than the 23yr. But a lot of rum drinkers prefer ti over the 23 because of that. I am wanting to do a side by side of it and Zaya Guat.

[Bill86]

From the reviews I have read it's less sweet than the 23yr. But a lot of rum drinkers prefer ti over the 23 because of that. I am wanting to do a side by side of it and Zaya Guat.

No kidding, interesting. I'll need to look into trying it.

[RGD.]

Have any of you tried either of these two rums?

Ron Zacapa 15yr
English Harbor 5yr

If so, what did you think of them?

The Ron Zacapa 15 year is on my to buy list. I had a glass several years ago at a friends house that he got up in PA. I don't remember it very well at the moment. Hoping to run across a bottle some time without having to order it.

The English Harbor 5 year. I do have a bottle of that. I have had a couple tall shots of it. The first taste has an above average bite that really sits on the tip of the tongue with a strong brown sugary taste. No real burn going down but a nice feeling of warmth. The next sip is smooth with a brown sugary caramel allspice aftertaste with no tongue bite. Waiting 5 minutes or so between sips brings back the tip of the tongue bite for me.
On a scale of 1-10 I'd put it around a 6.5/7. Overall it's a nice addition to the rum shelf.


Ron

[replicant_argent]

The Ron Zacapa 15 year is on my to buy list. I had a glass several years ago at a friends house that he got up in PA. I don't remember it very well at the moment. Hoping to run across a bottle some time without having to order it.

The English Harbor 5 year. I do have a bottle of that. I have had a couple tall shots of it. The first taste has an above average bite that really sits on the tip of the tongue with a strong brown sugary taste. No real burn going down but a nice feeling of warmth. The next sip is smooth with a brown sugary caramel allspice aftertaste with no tongue bite. Waiting 5 minutes or so between sips brings back the tip of the tongue bite for me.
On a scale of 1-10 I'd put it around a 6.5/7. Overall it's a nice addition to the rum shelves.



Ron
Fixed that for ya.

[wayner123]

The Ron Zacapa 15 year is on my to buy list. I had a glass several years ago at a friends house that he got up in PA. I don't remember it very well at the moment. Hoping to run across a bottle some time without having to order it.

The English Harbor 5 year. I do have a bottle of that. I have had a couple tall shots of it. The first taste has an above average bite that really sits on the tip of the tongue with a strong brown sugary taste. No real burn going down but a nice feeling of warmth. The next sip is smooth with a brown sugary caramel allspice aftertaste with no tongue bite. Waiting 5 minutes or so between sips brings back the tip of the tongue bite for me.
On a scale of 1-10 I'd put it around a 6.5/7. Overall it's a nice addition to the rum shelf.


Ron

Thanks for the reviews. I have read that English Harbor can be a great rum for the money, it just needs to oxidize a bit. I am going Thursday to pick up that bottle of Zacapa 15 yr. Hopefully I'll find some other dusties too.

[RGD.]

Fixed that for ya.

:ss


Ron

[RGD.]

Got a few bottles of Ron Santa Teresa Selecto Extra-Premium Añejo Rum on the way. Blend of up to ten year aged rums.

Ron

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/capics/s3546.jpg

[rizzle]

Ron, how is that supposed to compare to the 1796, which is one of my favorites?

[RGD.]

Ron, how is that supposed to compare to the 1796, which is one of my favorites?

Don't know yet - have never had it. It normally sells for between $30-$35 a bottle and getting it on sale for $17 a bottle.

I don't imagine it will be on the same level as the 1796, might end a mixer who knows. For the price though, and it was on my to buy list, its hard to pass up. Will let you know next week when it gets here.


Ron

[INT]

Don Q anejo and gran anejo.

[icehog3]

I have a new favorite.....Legendario Cuban Rum.

Thank you to some Santas in Canada for gifting it to me. :)

[SNKBYT]

I have a new favorite.....Legendario Cuban Rum.

Thank you to some Santas in Canada for gifting it to me. :)

Havana Club (Cuba) thanks to a Canuck

[Django]

Got a Matusalem Gran Reserva under the tree from my mother in law :D

[RGD.]

Got a Matusalem Gran Reserva under the tree from my mother in law :D

Your mother-in-law has excellent taste! Enjoy it!


Ron

[Frodo]

Got a Matusalem Gran Reserva under the tree from my mother in law :D

Ooooo that is good stuff...:chr

[wayner123]

So I compared the Zacapa 15 Anos Friday night. It tastes much like the Zaya Guat, except it has a bit more scotch? taste to me. It tastes a bit more grown up if that makes any sense. It is certainly less sweet than the Zacapa 23 Solera. And the vanilla is not as pronounced. As of right now the Zacapa 15 Anos is my new favorite. Too bad they discontinued it as well.

However, this may not hold as the new fav as the stupid cork broke off into the bottle. I hope it won't affect flavor, but then again I can't be certain.

The place I got it from did have some interesting bottles. A Ron Millonario which I almost thought was a an old full palm weave Zacapa. And they also had one I have been wanting to try... Zafra.

[RGD.]

So I compared the Zacapa 15 Anos Friday night. It tastes much like the Zaya Guat, except it has a bit more scotch? taste to me. It tastes a bit more grown up if that makes any sense. It is certainly less sweet than the Zacapa 23 Solera. And the vanilla is not as pronounced. As of right now the Zacapa 15 Anos is my new favorite. Too bad they discontinued it as well.

However, this may not hold as the new fav as the stupid cork broke off into the bottle. I hope it won't affect flavor, but then again I can't be certain.

The place I got it from did have some interesting bottles. A Ron Millonario which I almost thought was a an old full palm weave Zacapa. And they also had one I have been wanting to try... Zafra.


Thanks for the notes. Will have to see if I can get in a bottle or two.

I do have a bottle of the Zafra, haven't cracked it yet. Might do that tonight.

Ron

[Chainsaw13]

So I'm coming back from Mexico today and stop by the duty free. Hmm, Zacapa 23. I remember seeing it mentioned in this thread so I grab a bottle. Go to pay and find out two bottles are a special deal price. Okay, so I bought two. Having my first taste right now. :dr