Le Gus‘t Diamond Demerara Rum Cuffy Optimum Proof 2002 16yr 60,4%

8.9 / 10
40 reviews
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Bold, smoky, Caroni-esque with a tarry taste.

Demerara Rum Cuffy Optimum Proof offers a complex, smoky profile with tar and rubber notes, balancing sweetness and spice, reminiscent of legendary Caroni rums.

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    How does this rum taste?

    The Demerara Rum Cuffy Optimum Proof, produced by the Diamond Distillery in Guyana and bottled by Le Gus't, is a potent rum distilled from molasses using a pot still and aged for 16 years. With an ABV of 60.4% and limited to only 293 bottles, this rum is lauded for its complex aroma and flavor profile. User reviews commonly describe its scent as tarry, woody, and smoky, complemented by caramelized and citrus notes. The taste is rich with tar, smoke, and a hint of rubber, underpinned by vanilla and woody undertones. Enthusiasts appreciate its harmonious balance and layered taste reminiscent of Caroni rums, although some find the alcohol presence slightly aggressive.

    • Complex, layered flavor profile
    • Harmonious and balanced taste
    • Elegant smoky and tar notes

    Aroma

    Tar Woody Smoky Caramelized

    Taste

    Tar Smoky Rubber Vanilla

    How is this rum rated?

    8.9/10
    40 reviews
    Top 14% Guyana
    Top 7% Diamond
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    9.1/10

    "GUS'T😉NI"

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    9.0/10

    "Une grosse claque bien lourde, terreuse et épicée. Là, on n'est pas sur les fruits. On est bien collés au sol. C'est chaud et huileux, fumé, boisé. Le sucre est là pour apporter la touche de gourmandise qui fait du bien. C'est vraiment très bon. Édit : aussi agréable à sentir qu'à boire. Hyper agréable et gourmand.. Nécessite une bonne aération mais aussi une bonne montée en température. Il gagne alors en gourmandise."

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    9.2/10

    "Wow was für eine Granate. Danke danke danke Vincent. Glaube ich habe meinen neuen Favoriten von Diamond gefunden. Da brauch ich definitiv eine Flasche davon. Blind hätte ich auf Caroni getippt. Bin immer noch auf der Suche, aber die wird wohl leider ins leere laufen, wer die Chance hat sollte zugreifen. Eine wahre Erleuchtung"

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    8.8/10

    "Im Blind-Tasting 100% Caroni. Wow, richtig geil!"

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX5372
    ABV
    60,4%
    Category
    Pot Still Rum
    Vintage
    2002
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Pot Still
    Age
    16 years
    No. of bottles
    293
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <250€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Le Gus‘t • Diamond 2002 &nbsp; 16yr &nbsp; 60,4% Demerara Rum Cuffy Optimum Proof

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    Ø Market value
    192€

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    opened
    12
    emptied
    6
    Open rate
    41%

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    About the Diamond distillery

    The Diamond distillery is located in Guyana. Rums from Diamond have been reviewed 3,987 times with an average of 8.3/10.


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