"Spiritual Tribute" - Caroni 2000 Trinidad Rum

Caroni 2000 Velier 17 Year Old High Proof Heavy 

Established in 1923 on the site of the sugar factory for which it was named, Caroni was a key ingredient of British Navy rations, where it's famous high ester 'Heavy' rums help to make up the signature flavour. Sadly, with the decline of the Trinidadian sugar industry, the Islands distillers became more and more dependent upon imported molasses, making distilling less and less economical. The writing then, was already on the wall when in 2001 the Trinidadian government sold a 49% share in the holding company to Angostura. Caroni was shuttered in 2002 and a behemoth of flavour was lost to the world.

Distilled and matured in Trinidad, this is the smaller batch European edition of the Caroni 2000 vintage.

Bottler: Velier

Distillery: Caroni

Cask Type: Stock of 2 Barrels

Cask Number: 

Number of Bottles: 582

ABV: 55%

Bottle Size: 700ml

Review from RumX:

“Robust Caroni with balanced workshop aromas and complex, smoky undertones.” The High Proof Trinidad Rum (EU) HTR is a distinctive Caroni rum from Trinidad, distilled in 2000 and aged for 17 years. It was produced by the Caroni distillery and bottled by the independent bottler Velier, with a limited release of 582 bottles at 55% ABV. The rum has a unique profile with the nose offering notes of rubber, tar, cinnamon, and leather, exuding complexity. The taste is characterized by leather, rubber, tar, woodiness, and cigar-like flavors. Our community members have high regard for this rum, praising its well-balanced nose, the rich and "dirty" Caroni characteristics, and the intriguing mix of flavors. Enjoy this exceptional Caroni rum for an intense and captivating experience.