I like Captain Morgan.

But, for a non spiced rum. Flor De Cana is excellent...…...then maybe Myers if I'm looking for a very strong rum taste.

Caroni brings a lot of funk. It’s not for everybody.

I do my level best to always have a bottle in the cabinet. The link shows $70+.....I get it for $54 without a coupon at ABC liquors.

RON CENTENARIO GRAN RESERVA 25 YEAR RUM


Rick

I visited the Bahamas last year. Took a tour of the John Watling's Distillery.

Their Buena Vista Rum is fantastic. Neat, in a snifter.

Their regular amber rum is good too.

They had a high proof, 25 year old, but I couldn't justify $100.

Great thread, I love Rum!

Zaya is my favorite and I can find it around $30/bottle. I also like Ron Pampero Anniversario.

I like spiced rum, but haven't tried a higher end one yet. I'll have to explore some of these choices other suggestions.

Kirk and Sweeney is really good.

Lost Spirits' "Navy Style" is high proof, worth a try.

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10 Cane

10 Cane was discontinued in 2015.

Shows how much I’m paying attention to rum. I’ve got a couple of unopened bottles of it. I do recall it fondly.

Back to beer....

Meyers was always my favorite, but the Appleton Estate Signature Blend is good also - I just tend to like the Jamaican rums

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Matusalem rum for me. Its a Cuban recipe distilled in Puerto Rico.

Matuselem from Capt. Morgan who'd thunk it?

BTW, I just picked up some but haven't tried it yet. Ran out so giving it a shot.

Surprised no one else has mentioned Mount Gay, the favorite of my wife and myself. Someone gifted us a bottle years ago and since then, it is the only rum we drink. Great in the Summer with a lime and fresh, cold tonic.

Second the Kirk and Sweeny...my favorite for sure

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Originally posted by maladat:

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Originally posted by SigJacket:
10 Cane

10 Cane was discontinued in 2015.

Shows how much I’m paying attention to rum. I’ve got a couple of unopened bottles of it. I do recall it fondly.

Back to beer....

Yeah, it's a shame, I liked it, too.

Pampero Aniversario. Tasty, even if it is from Venezuela...

I had a bad experience with Sailor Jerry and can’t stand it anymore.

I mostly just drink the Capt’n on the rocks. Private stock is good too.

Bacardi makes an 8 year old rum that I enjoy. I am not too fussy about the stuff as keeping it in stock is half the battle.

I havent gotten into rum quite yet. Like to did find this list that mentions no post additives. Heard great things about plantTion.

http://rumproject.com/rumforum/viewtopic.php?t=1683

Have to go with El Dorado 12, Ron Zacapa 15 and Pusser’s. Recently got a bottle of 10XO and liking it so far.

Flor de Cana Centenario 18

For those in Florida, I’ve come across one that is outstanding. Siesta Key Toasted Coconut Rum, made at their distillery in Sarasota. Not your usual Malibu type coconut flavored rum, they infuse theirs with real toasted coconut and there is a delicious and distinct difference. A sipper all day long. Have yet to make it to their place for a tour but luckily most ABCs carry it.
All of their rums have won numerous awards.

On Strambo's recommendation I tried a bottle of Zaya. I had seen it and wondered. 12 y.o. very smooth and tasty. Good price point, becoming one of my new favorites.


Thank you SIGforum for helping me spend my money.

Rum has always been a mixer for me. However, I used to say the same about bourbon, but have come to like a few brands for sipping. Wild Turkey, Makers Mark, and Knob Creek are probably my top three.

With that in mind, where should I likely start with rums for sipping?