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Captain Morgan Coconut Rum
Distiller Score 81
The rum is fairly straight forward. There is sugar. There is coconut. The rum is sweet and rich on your palate and delivers what is on the label. No fuss, no muss. Could have a little more depth to it, but it's not like you're going to chug this as is. Throw it in your blender as it was intended.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Siesta Key Toasted Coconut
Distiller Score 90
The aroma of the rum is that of freshly-cut coconut cream pie. As this fades, slight honey-vanilla and spice notes linger. The flavor of the rum is dominated by the rich toasted coconut notes. Vanilla, baking spices, and honey augment the finish.
Reviewed by Paul Senft
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Captain Morgan 100 Proof Spiced Rum
Distiller Score 80
Considering the much higher proof, this version tastes cleaner and more smooth than the original! It's still a tad too sweet - with weighty notes of vanilla, caramel, butterscotch, banana and tropical-fruit-flavored candy. Sweet cinnamon, nutmeg and clove add to the mix. There's a surprisingly pleasant roasted toffee flavor tying it together and finishes cleaner than expected.
Reviewed by Amanda Schuster
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Cruzan Coconut Rum
Distiller Score 78
The rum has a natural coconut aroma that is slightly sweet. Sipping the rum provides a creamy mouth feel that leaves a coating behind on the teeth and tongue. The artificial coconut flavor is consistent with a hint of vanilla and sugary-sweet aftertaste.
Reviewed by Paul Senft
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Cruzan Black Strap Rum
Distiller Score 79
Immediately upon pouring, the deep, near-black rum fills the tasting room with aromas of pancake syrup, molasses, vanilla, and hints of fennel. On nosing, the spirit makes its youth known with a hefty dose of astringency that runs counter to the bakery invitation given moments earlier. The rum enters with some astringency and spice, but is immediately attenuated by the sweet molasses. Again, there is ample pancake syrup, along with vanilla and caramel. Subsequent sips yield a bit of coffee, then citrus and spice, namely lemon zest and cardamom. Despite being full of robust flavors, the bitter finish is thin and short. Certainly not meant for sipping, Cruzan Black Strap is a must-have for tropical bartenders, and can be used to great effect in updated classics such as the Jungle Bird or Corn 'n Oil.
Reviewed by Josh Miller
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Cardinal Spirits Tiki Rum
Distiller Score 84
The rum has a fruit-forward smell that shows hints of coconut, ripe banana, strawberry and vanilla, punctuated by a pop of ginger. Sipping the rum ignites the mouth in a swirl of raw alcohol, banana, and more coconut notes. Fruity cantaloupe and strawberry notes take over briefly before a pop of citrus dominates, transitioning to a pleasant sweet finish. This immature rum has proven to be a good ingredient in a range of fruit based cocktails.
Reviewed by Paul Senft
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Captain Morgan Grapefruit Rum
Distiller Score 72
The surprise here is the understated and pleasant the grapefruit aroma. It doesn't come off as cloying or artificial at all. This is pretty clearly ruby red grapefruit. The palate is sweet, yes. But again, the grapefruit is not aggressive. In fact, the sweetness of the rum could use a little more citrus acidity for balance, but honestly, this is going to end up in a sugary cocktail, so balance is probably not a major concern.
Reviewed by Paul Belbusti
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Captain Morgan White Rum
Distiller Score 72
It basically tastes like sweet vodka that's had Juicy Fruit gum steeping in it. For those who were around in the late 70s and 80s, you'll recognize the scent of sun lotion, the kind that was supposed to help you tan as opposed to keep your skin healthy. Sweet cinnamon and nutmeg come in faintly. The finish comes off much hotter than its 80 proof.
Reviewed by Amanda Schuster
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Captain Morgan Tattoo Spiced Rum
Distiller Score 70
The rum is treacly sweet. There's a lot of berry and spice flavor, but not the kinds of berries and spices that can actually be picked in nature. A medicinal element akin to Jägermeister is evident. For those setting sail with this Captain, it seems he brought a doctor on board, a certain physician who goes by the name of "Pepper."
Reviewed by Amanda Schuster
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Don Q Mojito Rum
Distiller Score 79
There's a fresh, familiar blast of fresh spearmint on the nose that comes across refreshing and natural. The palate is very cool with almost no heat due to the low abv. There's plenty more sweet and sour mint flavors along with a hint of key lime. Aside from the low proof, this should easily meet the needs of those looking for a mojito rum that requires little additional adornment.
Reviewed by Paul Belbusti
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Muddy River Coconut Carolina Rum
Distiller Score 72
Nosing the rum one discovers the sweet sugary coconut notes with a pop of alcohol vapor. On the palate the sugar coconut coats the tongue while the immature vanilla and alcohol nips around the mouth. The flavors fade quickly leaving behind a lingering sweetness.
Reviewed by Paul Senft
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BLY Silver Rum
Distiller Score 88
A fresh sweetness and slight astringency on the nose, the aroma of BLY Silver Rum makes an impression, then dissipates quickly. On the palate, it has a buttery texture and hints at cajeta-topped vanilla ice cream, with an undercurrent of banana sweetness and earthy funk. It leads to a spicy, slightly prickly finish.
Reviewed by Anna Archibald