Gold in a Glass: The Finest Aged Rums You Need to Taste
If you’re looking for the finest rums, this list showcases some of the most outstanding bottles that have captivated experts and enthusiasts alike.
Por: Rubén Carrillo
Bacardí Distillery in Puerto Rico gives this exquisite rum that showcases a refined and intricate profile / Photo Bacardí
From the award-winning Star & Key Rum, crafted in the tropical paradise of Mauritius. To the rich and complex Pampero Aniversario from Venezuela, each of these rums tells a story of tradition.
Whether it’s the influence of volcanic soil, high-altitude aging, or the careful selection of barrels.
These spirits offer unique profiles that highlight the artistry behind premium rum-making.
Star & Key Rum has been named the Best 2024 Rum worldwide at the New York World Spirits Competition / Photo Star & Key
Pampero has been an integral part of Venezuela’s rum heritage for decades.
Known for pioneering extended aging techniques, the brand revolutionized the industry’s standards.
First introduced in 1963 to commemorate the brand’s 25th anniversary, Pampero Aniversario is a masterful blend of rums aged in American white oak barrels that once held bourbon and sherry.
This meticulous aging process creates a rich, multi-layered profile that sets it apart as one of the best 2024 rums in its category.
Deep amber in color, this rum releases enticing aromas of toffee, vanilla, and dried fruits, enriched by subtle hints of leather and oak.
The NYWSC tasting panel described it as: “Molasses, dark chocolate, and a hint of dried fruits.”
This meticulous aging process creates a rich, multi-layered profile that sets it apart as one of the best 2024 rums in its category / Photo Pampero
Zacapa Rum: A Guatemalan Icon
Crafted in the highlands of Guatemala, Zacapa Rum is produced using fresh sugarcane juice and aged in a solera system.
Also using barrels that once held American whiskey, Jerez wine, and Pedro Ximénez sherry.
The aging process occurs at high altitudes, where the cooler climate slows maturation, allowing the rum to develop an exceptional balance of flavors and aromas.
Finally, with a rich history and a legacy of prestigious awards, Zacapa remains a symbol of Guatemalan craftsmanship and one of the best 2024 rums to experience.
Zacapa remains a symbol of Guatemalan craftsmanship and one of the best 2024 rums to experience / Photo Zacapa
Bacardí Gran Reserva Limitada: The Puerto Rican Gem
Which rum was named the Best 2024 Rum in the World? Star & Key Rum from Mauritius.
What makes Pampero Aniversario unique? It is aged in American white oak barrels that previously held bourbon and sherry, creating a rich, multi-layered profile.
How is Zacapa Rum aged? It uses a solera system at high altitudes, where the cooler climate slows maturation for better flavor development.
Where is Bacardí Gran Reserva Limitada produced? At the Bacardí Distillery in Puerto Rico.
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