nice rums?

poker · 10-14-2008, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SvilleKid

My son has me looking for Westerhall?? Rum, made in Granada. Says it's good, but I haven't run it down yet. Of course, Bama isn't exactly the Mecca for fine spirits!

I haven't tried those Kelly shows, but I enjoy Appleton Estate's 21 year aged. Waiting on my one bright spot of suppliers to get in the new 30 year Appleton.

I'll eventually find some rums other than the standard grades that really need mixers to be accepted!

http://www.hitimewine.net/istar.asp?a=6&id=163037!1107

10-14-2008, 10:58 PM

I see Ron Zacapa 25 from time to time. Worth the difference in price over the 23?

poker · 10-14-2008, 11:01 PM

Darrell tends to think so

10-14-2008, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by poker

Darrell tends to think so

Darrell has had the 23 and that's it. Darrell also has scoured SJ looking for a bottle, with no luck.

SvilleKid · 10-14-2008, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by poker

http://www.hitimewine.net/istar.asp?a=6&id=163037!1107

I really appreciate the link. However, I suffer from a state that is backwards in many ways, One being that they still have dry counties, and thus do not allow shipment of Alcohol into the state. as expected, the site shows they will not ship to Bama! Got a sister in Tennessee (unless they lose home to the economy), so I might be able to have it shipped there. Don't know if I can trust her to keep bottle sealed til I can get it, though

04-27-2009, 01:30 PM

I have a rum question for you rum aficinados. I am about to have a friend (over seas) sending me a bottle of zacapa 23 (not avileble her), the cost (shipping included) would be the same as a bottle of el dorado 15 would cost me at the shop her at home.. It seems that both the zacapa and the el dorado are nice rums when reading your posts. Should I go for the zacapa (with the extra hassle with overseas shipping) or would the el dorado be a as good choice as the zacapa?
The plan is that he would send me a bottle of Elmer T. Lee bourbon at the same time. For thoose of you that also like bourbon, is this a good choice, given the price?
Thanks (in)mates

05-05-2009, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by che g.

I have a rum question for you rum aficinados. I am about to have a friend (over seas) sending me a bottle of zacapa 23 (not avileble her), the cost (shipping included) would be the same as a bottle of el dorado 15 would cost me at the shop her at home.. It seems that both the zacapa and the el dorado are nice rums when reading your posts. Should I go for the zacapa (with the extra hassle with overseas shipping) or would the el dorado be a as good choice as the zacapa?
The plan is that he would send me a bottle of Elmer T. Lee bourbon at the same time. For thoose of you that also like bourbon, is this a good choice, given the price?
Thanks (in)mates

Haven't had the Zacapa, but I've had a couple bottles of El Dorado 12, and do like that a bit. There is not a lot of difference between the 12 and the 15, at least not that I had tasted, so either would be a good investment, IMO.

Wondering Nomad · 05-10-2009, 05:51 PM

I'm very new to the rum scene (within the past month) and have been drinking a fair amount of Flor de Cana 7, 10 Cane, and Pyrat XO. Can anybody tell me how Pyrat Pistol differs from the XO?

I'm very excited that I've "found" something new to drink. My bank account does not feel the same.

Mark C · 05-12-2009, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Wondering Nomad

Can anybody tell me how Pyrat Pistol differs from the XO?

I can't tell a difference. I've tried 'em side by side, both have heavy notes of orange/citrus and are fairly sweet.

nomadicwookie · 04-23-2010, 07:10 AM

Man Marc C knows his rum. I'm gonna cast another vote for the El Dorado 15yr. Outstanding rum and a great value.

TheLostGringo · 04-23-2010, 08:28 AM

Never been a huge fan of rum but do enjoy the:

RON CENTENARIO XX ANJOS

Probably need to try a few more high-end rums

SNKBYT · 04-23-2010, 11:12 AM

no more road trips for any of my rums

found a small local MOM&POP store that carries all 3
ZAYA 12 ($170 per 6pk)
ZACAPA
CENTENARIO

04-25-2010, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by snkbyt

no more road trips for any of my rums

found a small local MOM&POP store that carries all 3
ZAYA 12 ($170 per 6pk)
ZACAPA
CENTENARIO

Which Zaya, Alex? The GOOD stuff (Guat)?

replicant_argent · 04-25-2010, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Wanger

Which Zaya, Alex? The GOOD stuff (Guat)?

Yeah... right.... I think we know what happened to the remaining stock on the planet of the Guat, Mike.

Unfortunately.

It's a bit like talking about sources, and holding them close to the vest, don't you think?

yourchoice · 05-10-2011, 09:16 PM

I picked up a bottle of Diplomatico 12 Reserva, and wow...very very good. I actually think I enjoy it over Zacapa 23. Better value, too.

While in DC this past weekend, I popped into Shellie's for an impromtu visit and had a Zacapa XO. Awesome! I haven't been able to find it nearby though.

cobra03 · 05-10-2011, 10:31 PM

Yeah I agree that Zacapa XO is fantastic. I tryed it at tasting about a year ago. I cant find Zacapa period around here and its driving me nuts . I love the stuff. Im working on a bottle of Pyrat right now which is pretty good.

10-14-2008, 10:58 PM	#2
JKim Guest Posts: n/a	Re: nice rums? I see Ron Zacapa 25 from time to time. Worth the difference in price over the 23?

10-14-2008, 11:01 PM	#3
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04-27-2009, 01:30 PM	#6
che g. Guest Posts: n/a	Re: nice rums? I have a rum question for you rum aficinados. I am about to have a friend (over seas) sending me a bottle of zacapa 23 (not avileble her), the cost (shipping included) would be the same as a bottle of el dorado 15 would cost me at the shop her at home.. It seems that both the zacapa and the el dorado are nice rums when reading your posts. Should I go for the zacapa (with the extra hassle with overseas shipping) or would the el dorado be a as good choice as the zacapa? The plan is that he would send me a bottle of Elmer T. Lee bourbon at the same time. For thoose of you that also like bourbon, is this a good choice, given the price? Thanks (in)mates

05-10-2009, 05:51 PM	#8
Wondering Nomad Just in from the Storm Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 43 Trading: (0)	Re: nice rums? I'm very new to the rum scene (within the past month) and have been drinking a fair amount of Flor de Cana 7, 10 Cane, and Pyrat XO. Can anybody tell me how Pyrat Pistol differs from the XO? I'm very excited that I've "found" something new to drink. My bank account does not feel the same. Last edited by Wondering Nomad; 05-10-2009 at 05:58 PM.

04-23-2010, 07:10 AM	#10
nomadicwookie Still Watching My Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 236 Trading: (7)	Re: nice rums? Man Marc C knows his rum. I'm gonna cast another vote for the El Dorado 15yr. Outstanding rum and a great value.

04-23-2010, 08:28 AM	#11
TheLostGringo Wish I had a Dr. Pepper Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Roger Location: South Windsor, CT Posts: 443 Trading: (16)	Re: nice rums? Never been a huge fan of rum but do enjoy the: RON CENTENARIO XX ANJOS Probably need to try a few more high-end rums __________________ You don't need a Weatherman to know which way the wind blows.

04-23-2010, 11:12 AM	#12
SNKBYT PATRIOT and VETERAN Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Alex Location: SWEET HOME ALABAMA Posts: 3,290 Trading: (30)	Re: nice rums? no more road trips for any of my rums found a small local MOM&POP store that carries all 3 ZAYA 12 ($170 per 6pk) ZACAPA CENTENARIO __________________ "IF YOU WANT TO TAKE MY FREEDOM, MAKE DAMN SURE THAT YOU'RE AS PASSSIONATE ABOUT TAKING IT AS I AM ABOUT KEEPING IT"

05-10-2011, 09:16 PM	#15
yourchoice Down the stretch Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joel Location: South Jersey Posts: 4,113 Trading: (37)	Re: nice rums? I picked up a bottle of Diplomatico 12 Reserva, and wow...very very good. I actually think I enjoy it over Zacapa 23. Better value, too. While in DC this past weekend, I popped into Shellie's for an impromtu visit and had a Zacapa XO. Awesome! I haven't been able to find it nearby though.

05-10-2011, 10:31 PM	#16
cobra03 Adult Babysitter Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Scott Location: Hamburg, NY Posts: 1,880 Trading: (15)	Re: nice rums? Yeah I agree that Zacapa XO is fantastic. I tryed it at tasting about a year ago. I cant find Zacapa period around here and its driving me nuts . I love the stuff. Im working on a bottle of Pyrat right now which is pretty good. __________________ "I'm feelin' low, Apu. You got any of that beer that has candy floating in it, you know Skittlebrau?https://www.facebook.com/thebuffalobeerleague