Consolidated "Favorite Rum and Rum Recommendations" thread
Jun 3, 2014, 8:52 am
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I was in Miami last weekend and had dinner at Ola where they are known for, among other things, their mojitos. They had a Deluxe one with Zacapa
Solera 23 rum from Guatemala which was absolutely excellent.
Solera 23 rum from Guatemala which was absolutely excellent.
Jun 23, 2014, 10:07 pm
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Sep 20, 2014, 1:49 am
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I just found this in my local liquor store. From Reunion.
And wow is it good. I can't wait to try the Opus 5 and the XO.
http://www.rivieredumat.com/notre-gamme/12
And wow is it good. I can't wait to try the Opus 5 and the XO.
http://www.rivieredumat.com/notre-gamme/12
I'm a fan of Flor de Cana but I agree with others that the 18 year just feels like it's been sitting a bit too long.
I need to try more of the rhum agricoles.
Sep 20, 2014, 9:46 am
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On a related note, Sangsom sell an aged version for export which actually tastes like normal, reasonable rum.
Sep 21, 2014, 7:54 am
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My local liquor store is closing and everything is 20-30% off. I bought 4 bottles yesterday morning including a bottle of Angostura 1824 rum - paid under $50 for it and can't wait to try it.
Sep 22, 2014, 3:56 pm
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Sep 22, 2014, 8:23 pm
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Anything made from grapes seems to have gone first.
It also helps to know what you're buying since he has moved product up from the bottom shelves as stock levels drop. At least one bottle I purchased was still too much after 25% off. But i viewed this as an opportunity to try a few new things and figured in general I would be ahead of the game. I have a couple bottles to give to my boys when they visit next. But i will be tasting them all before they leave.
It also helps to know what you're buying since he has moved product up from the bottom shelves as stock levels drop. At least one bottle I purchased was still too much after 25% off. But i viewed this as an opportunity to try a few new things and figured in general I would be ahead of the game. I have a couple bottles to give to my boys when they visit next. But i will be tasting them all before they leave.
Sep 23, 2014, 12:28 am
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Anything made from grapes seems to have gone first.
It also helps to know what you're buying since he has moved product up from the bottom shelves as stock levels drop. At least one bottle I purchased was still too much after 25% off. But i viewed this as an opportunity to try a few new things and figured in general I would be ahead of the game. I have a couple bottles to give to my boys when they visit next. But i will be tasting them all before they leave.
It also helps to know what you're buying since he has moved product up from the bottom shelves as stock levels drop. At least one bottle I purchased was still too much after 25% off. But i viewed this as an opportunity to try a few new things and figured in general I would be ahead of the game. I have a couple bottles to give to my boys when they visit next. But i will be tasting them all before they leave.
Nov 29, 2014, 7:59 am
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Jacky, have you tried the Cambodian made rum from Samai Distillery in P.P.? Very young and very nice. Also, the shop just across from Himawari has a great selection and is crazy cheap. I'm doing a serious rum list for my project down in Kep(if you're ever in the 'hood).
Dec 1, 2014, 1:42 am
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I get over to Kampot now and again. I'm mulling over moving there. I'm afraid I'll miss the beach. I swim about 5 miles/week. I'll pm you before I go sometime, shoot over to Kep, & bend some elbows w/ya. BTW, I haven't had the rum of which you speak. I'll be up in PP in a week or 2 and look for it. The best I can get here is the St James 'Hors D'Age, which ain't too shabby at all (especially since it costs about half what I paid wholesale in the States).
Dec 20, 2014, 7:53 pm
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My brother bought a bottle of the Bacardi 8 Anos. I had a drink tonight, quite delicious, and at only $22 at the local ABC Store, a very good deal.
http://www.bacardi.com/us/products/o...ct=8-a%C3%B1os
http://www.bacardi.com/us/products/o...ct=8-a%C3%B1os