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Wolfgang · 04-08-2009, 10:02 PM

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

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

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

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

First taste

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

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

Last taste

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

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

Final thoughts

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

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

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