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Dark Rum | Local Spirit From Caribbean | TasteAtlas

Dark Rum

Dark rum is probably the most complex and confusing rum category. The term is often differently explained, but it is mostly used to classify longer-aged rum styles with more pronounced flavors. Although the color is primarily attained from long-term aging in charred sherry or bourbon barrel, it can also be obtained from different distillation techniques, longer contact with molasses, and the addition of caramel.


To add to the confusion, the term dark rum is sometimes used to distinguish it for clear, white rum or to denote Demerara rum from Guyana. Good-quality dark rum can be appreciated neat, but it is also used in cocktails to provide a somewhat heavier element and more flavor.  

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Cocktail

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Tequila Sunset

This variation on the classic Tequila Sunrise cocktail is made with a combination of tequila, orange juice, and either blackberry brandy or dark rum. Tequila and orange ... Read more

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Corn 'n' Oil

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Banana Daiquiri

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Best Dark Rum

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Ten To One

Black History Month Artist Edition

New York City, United States of America

4.8

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Bottled at 86 Proof, and featuring inspired artwork by Devin B. Johnson, this Artist’s Edition accentuates the rich notes of cooked fruit and baking spice that are hallmarks of Ten To One’s pan Caribbean blend. A portion of sales of this limited-edit... READ MORE
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Eminente

Reserva

Paris, France

4.7

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Reserva is a premium dark rum, produced in Cuba from sugar cane. It has a deep amber color with copper highlights and a complex aroma of fresh cherries, dried fruit, cinnamon, and dark chocolate, followed by hints of coffee and tobacco. The taste is ... READ MORE
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Old Nick

Old Nick Dark

Blanquefort, France

4.7

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Old Nick Dark Rum is a rich, full-bodied rum with a smooth and well-balanced taste, ideal for enjoying neat or using in cocktails. This 700ml bottle showcases flavors of caramel, molasses, and spices, characteristic of dark rums aged to enhance their... READ MORE
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BrewDog

Duo Dark Rum

Ellon, Scotland

4.6

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Duo Dark Rum from BrewDog is a fusion of Scottish and Caribbean rums, crafted to offer a modern and layered interpretation of traditional spiced rum. This molasses-based blend is aged in oak barrels and infused with natural flavors such as vanilla, o... READ MORE
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Ten To One

Dark Rum

New York City, United States of America

4.6

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Ten To One Caribbean Dark Rum is an exceptional blend of rums from Barbados, the Dominican Republic (8 years old), Jamaica and Trinidad. Aged in ex-bourbon American white oak barrels, this rum is 100% pure, with no added sugar, coloring, or flavoring... READ MORE
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Pampero

Especial

Lara, Venezuela

4.6

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When the founders of Pampero began aging their rums in oak barrels in 1938, Especial became the first Venezuelan rum to be officially labeled Añejo ("old"). Triple distillation helps to create a shiny, rich golden color that evokes the complexity of ... READ MORE

Maotai Baijiu

2.6
Maotai, China

Rhum agricole

3.8
Martinique, Caribbean

Lourinhã

3.8
Lisbon District, Portugal

Gold Rum

3.9
Caribbean

Marc de Bourgogne

n/a
Burgundy, France

Cachaça

3.6
Brazil

Tuzemák

2.5
Czech Republic

Orujo

3.3
Spain

White Rum

3.6
Caribbean

Gold Rum

3.9
Caribbean

Carbet

n/a
Caribbean

Pitorro

n/a
Puerto Rico

Cuba Libre

4.1
Havana, Cuba

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