Distilia Caroni The Last Cask, Phoenix, Artist (Yu Chuan) 1999 23yr 68%

Unique Caroni rum with fruity and dirty notes.

This Caroni rum is intense, blending rubber with tropical fruit and caramel, balancing gritty and sweet elements in a full-bodied profile.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Complex and layered flavor profile
    • Distinctive Caroni characteristics
    • Well-balanced sweet and dirty notes

    The Last Cask, Phoenix, Artist (Yu Chuan) is a distinctive rum from the Caroni distillery in Trinidad, aged for 23 years and bottled by Distilia. With a robust cask-strength ABV of 68%, it presents trademark Caroni notes of rubber and tar, complemented by tropical fruit, caramel, and oak. Despite its high potency, many users find the rum's complexity and balance appealing. While some perceive a slight harshness due to its strength, others appreciate its depth and the interplay of dirty and fruity nuances. This limited edition creation, with only 196 bottles available, offers a unique tasting experience that stands out in the Caroni lineage.

    Most frequently mentioned flavors

    Aroma

    Dried fruit Rubber Tar Dirty

    Taste

    Tropical fruit Dirty Roasted Caramel

    Finish

    Rubber Burnt sugar Dirty Intense

    How is this rum rated?

    8.8/10
    21 reviews

    Top 23%

    Trinidad

    Top 38%

    Caroni

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    9.0/10

    "GRF13: I was able to enjoy this drop twice in the glass... from my point of view, this is one of the best continental Caronis I've been able to taste so far. Surprisingly, in addition to the expected dirty aromas, dark fruits are also clearly perceptible. The alcohol is very well integrated. Warm, creamy and soft, it spreads across the palate and unfolds its play of aromas... this continues in a long finish... Top barrel selection"

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    8.9/10

    "Schon eher auf der dreckigen Seite, aber insgesamt tolle Komplexität! Bei der zweiten Verkostung bin ich begeistert von der Komplexität. Neben leicht dreckigen Noten auch schöne Frucht-Anklänge mit tropischen Noten."

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    8.9/10

    "Typical Caroni profile with classic tar and rubber aromas, embedded in heavy caramel sweetness. Oak wood, dark spices, hints of fruit. Very tasty, round profile. A great representative of the already very convincing 1999 vintage."

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    8.8/10

    "Tatsächlich ein sehr leckerer kontinentaler Caroni. Dreckig mit viel Gummi, aber mit schönem Beiwerk aus Frucht (trocken, tropisch und dunkle Beeren), Karamell/gebranner Zucker, Holz und Gewürz. Ich rieche auch etwas Brause. Am Gaumen angenehm trocken mit etwas Menthol an den Gewürzen."

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX21507
    ABV
    68%
    Vintage
    1999
    Bottled
    2023
    Made from
    Molasses
    Age
    23 years
    No. of bottles
    196
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    250€+
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Distilia • Caroni 1999   23yr   68% The Last Cask, Phoenix, Artist (Yu Chuan)

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    Ø Market value
    549€

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    About the Caroni distillery

    The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 8,213 times with an average of 8.8/10.


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