Appleton Estate ($42.99)
80 Proof (40% ABV)
Appleton Estate rum originated on that titular land in southwestern Jamaica in the mid-1600s. The most important ingredient is sugarcane, which is boiled down to produce the molasses characteristic of Jamaican rum.
What does Appleton Estate taste like? This rum is pot distilled, which makes its flavor big and bold. You’ll taste cinnamon, butterscotch, sultana, and something like a Christmas cake. They all come together to give Appleton Estate a smooth, sweet, and slightly salty blend.
Bumbu XO Rum ($42.99)
80 Proof (40% ABV)
Bumbu XO is distilled in Panama using local sugarcane and spring water. The rum then ages in Spanish white oak sherry barrels.
What does Bumbu XO rum taste like? The first thing you’ll notice is the aroma, which hints of vanilla, toffee, and oak. Bumbu XO itself tastes like coffee, a flash of orange, and pepper. It’s a unique taste all its own but will still pair well with mixers.
Flor De Cana ($42.99)
80 Proof (40% ABV)
Flor de Cana is distilled in Nicaragua, drawing its ingredients from the most fertile soil and the unique volcanic water nearby. Flor de Cana rum is distilled five separate times and then aged in bourbon barrels sealed with plantain leaves. The rum is pure and contains no added sugar or extra ingredients.
What does Flor de Cana taste like? This rum is particularly smooth, starting with a subtle caramel taste and finishing with a somewhat bolder touch of chocolate. One taste of Flor de Cana leaves you with no doubt that you are experiencing a rum that simply embodies the spirit and flavor of the tropics.
Bacardi Gran Reserva Diez (41.99)
80 Proof (40% ABV)
Bacardi Gran Reserva Diez is of course distilled in Puerto Rico. It’s then barrel-aged in the heat and humidity for at least 10 years to lend it its full flavor. Finally, the rum runs through charcoal to complete the signature taste.
What does Bacardi Gran Reserva Diez taste like? This rum features a truly classy taste: banana and pear flavors mix with caramelized vanilla and a hint of oak from the aging barrels. It’s a silky smooth, one-of-a-kind experience.