The holidays are approaching, what's on your list

[Edward Hamilton]

For the last few weeks I've gotten more than the usual number of emails asking what rum I would suggest to buy a rum enthusiast.

If you've spent much time on these forums you know that there a good bottle of rum doesn't have to break the bank. On the other hand, there are rums that aren't available everywhere that are much appreciated by rum lovers.

I've listed a few of the Ministry of Rum member favorites on the front page, here are a few more.

El Dorado 21
Abuelo 7
Santa Teresa 1796

What would you add to the list?

[Ben]

Well it has a lot to do with the price range obviously. I like to receive as a gift something I wouldn't buy myself. The best gift is a rum I would like to try but find a little bit expensive to not like it.

Two months ago it would have been the Brugal Siglo de Oro, but I finally got it. Other choices would be Pyrat 1623, Santoro 21, Appleton Estate Legacy , Mount Gay 1703 and those expensive agricoles by Chantal Comte.

[Edoc]

Vizcaya VXOP is very nice. Barbancourt 15yr is a treat. I hear that Hispaniola Mamajuana is now being distributed in the states, and that is a really different and interesting (as well as inexpensive) rum.

[Arctic Wolf]

I'm looking really hard at the English Harbour 25 Year Old. Its arriving really soon but its really expensive. Does any one have any feedback.

[RonJames]

I'm looking really hard at the English Harbour 25 Year Old. Its arriving really soon but its really expensive. Does any one have any feedback.

check Hitime wine. I believe Forrest does the write up for the rums there but I could be wrong. As for xmas presents. Its sad to say but most people are just looking for a quick gift for someone. Im thinking of all those relatives I send a gift to everyyear and I don't really spend that much time with, not that I want to. Alas, I must promote the Bacardi 8 anos. Its easier to get, is a steal for around 20bucks, and I'd be a lot happier with it than a shirt or tie.

[txfirefighter4721]

I am looking for Bounty Rum distilled in St. Lucia. Im told that you cant get it in the US but they export to Europe and Africa. Does anyone know where I can find a couple bottles before Christmas? My wife and I were married in May of this year and she loved the rum from there. We have about a 1/4 bottle left from our honeymoon so I wouold like to get her a couple bottles for a Christmas present. Please any help would be very appreciated. 903-391-7987 or longhornpest@live.com

[Calgaryx]

I don't know how they will price the English Harbour 25 in Edmonton but it ranges from $188 (Willow Park) to $225 (various outlets) in Calgary.

[Michael]

English Harbour 25 Year Old is $299.00 from Hi-Time, but lacks any description at all on their website.

[Berbician]

I've never seen Bounty in the UK - can't speak for the rest of Europe.

[Jason]

I'm looking really hard at the English Harbour 25 Year Old. Its arriving really soon but its really expensive. Does any one have any feedback.

Have you seen this around here Arctic? That sounds like a great Xmas present to myself :)

[Arctic Wolf]

It should be at the Keg and Cork soon according to a recent discussion I had with the owner. I'm trying to obtain a sample from the importer to review, but you can probably guess how easy that is going to be.

Wish me luck cheers.gif

[txfirefighter4721]

Drinkon.com carries it and they're in the UK. Not sure where. Anyways. They cant ship to the US because of export laws. I really need these bottles. My wife would be so excited. I want to do something for our first Christmas as husband and wife. Please any information on how to acquire two bottles would be very helpful.

[Edward Hamilton]

I'm looking really hard at the English Harbour 25 Year Old. Its arriving really soon but its really expensive. Does any one have any feedback.


It's quite dry and has a lot of smoky wood in the finish. I have a bottle of that rum bottled at cask strength and surprisingly even at 80 proof, it is very similar.

[D.B.Cooper]

I'd like a hand blown onion bottle, a few more rum books, El Dorado 12 and Appleton 21.

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[Ben]

I am looking for Bounty Rum distilled in St. Lucia. Im told that you cant get it in the US but they export to Europe and Africa. Does anyone know where I can find a couple bottles before Christmas? My wife and I were married in May of this year and she loved the rum from there.

Hi there,

Did you check with Team Spirits Imports (646) 546-5277 ?

According to St. Lucia Distillers, they are the distributor in the US.

Admiral Rodney and Chairman's Reserve are distributed in Europe, but I could not find anything about Bounty.

My wife and I had our honeymoon in St. Lucia, and I brought back a couple of bottles, but they are long gone.

[txfirefighter4721]

Thanks Ben. They are still working on getting the Bounty Rum in the United States. They cant even ship to Texas which as my name indicates is where I'm located. Thanks for your help. If anyone has any ideas please let me know.

[RonJames]

Call up the distributor. Sometimes they can make things happen...

[junga]

I recently received an email from www.DrinkUpNY.com stating that Chairman Reserve is one of their new products. 24.99 for 1L
It’s good stuff, hope this helps.
---Cheers,
Chris

[Don Piero]

Trying to get my hands on the Zacapa XO. Have tried it a few times from friends who have brought back a bottle from the US - very nice rum. This will be quite the challenge from Toronto, as the LCBO has no listing.

[Edward Hamilton]

Call up the distributor. Sometimes they can make things happen...

Texas is a tough state to crack. Until there is a significant demand most distributors aren't interested in new products, unless you're going to spend a small pile of money marketing - giving the distributor money with which to hopefully sell your product.

[RonJames]

An option for the bounty rum is if you do find a place that can ship it, have it shipped to a body/relative in another state, then you pick it up.

[neatdrinker]

When i turned the big "60" this past July, the family all chipped in and added 3 more bottles to my "Plantation Rum" collection. I had 4 already, and like or love every one.

I agree with the Santa Teresa, and Abuelo 7 YO.
But, since finally getting the 12 Y.O., i'd revise my list. It's just amazing stuff.

Two new additions also made a big impression and would be a fine gift-
Ron Millionario & Zafra

[Don Piero]

M y brother-in law is in New York City this weekend. I have requested Ron Zacapa XO and a Laphroaig 10yr old - neither are available in Ontario, thank you LCBO.

[STR1DER]

Good tip on the Chairman. I'll check it out. Does DrinkUpNY always have the free shipping deal? Just thought that was pretty tough to beat. Been doing a lot w/Shoppers Vineyard lately---which BTW, has Zacapa XO for $50 right now.

[Jolipapa]

I have a 1998 single cask St James bottle awaiting my visit to a dear friend down in the country.

[dreliason]

I'll take a trip to Martinique and St. Lucia. When there, I will pick up my favorite rhums.

[blackhat]

I have the Mount Gay Sugar Cane rum in my list cheers.gif

[djmont]

I have the Mount Gay Sugar Cane rum in my list cheers.gif

What is that site you're advertising? The prices are outrageous.

[blackhat]

site is new, so not all prices are correct. we currently solve this problem and add new products.