My usual habit of showing up at the ABC with $100 and nothing in particular in mind had me purchasing a bottle of rum yesterday. With overnight lows dropping to 40F, I figured I'd salute Summer goodbye with a couple glasses. I spent too much on cider and wine though and only had $35 left by the time I got to the rums. I figured a poor economy in Venezuela might be responsible for the low prices on the 3 different Diplomatico bottles. I opted for the middle ground at $24, Reserva, and must say I'm disappointed. Funny color, more orange than brown. Smelled nice but there's a sour note I just don't care for. I'll still drink it, give it another shot neat, and then mix it if I can't take it straight. I'm sure someone will tell me I should have spent the extra $$ for the older product.