Ron Carúpano Reserva Limitada 18 Rum

Product Description

Ron Carúpano Reserva Limitada 18: Venezuelan Rum with Reserves Aged Up to 18 Years

Ron Carúpano Reserva Limitada 18 is a Venezuelan rum from Destilería Carúpano, a family-owned producer in Sucre State on the country’s northeast Caribbean coast, which the brand calls the first premium rum of Venezuela. It’s made from molasses, yeast, and water, and matured at length in sealed white American oak barrels, with special reserves of up to 18 years and no replacement of the angel’s share. The brand says the hot days and cooler nights of the coast speed up the aging, and that it has no added sugars or artificial ingredients. It’s bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), blended with pure spring water, under the Ron de Venezuela designation.

It won a Double Gold and 92 points at the TAG Global Spirits Awards, where judges described a toffee-driven core with crème brûlée, marzipan, dark chocolate, and star anise.

What’s in the Bottle

• Venezuelan aged rum, 100% sugarcane (molasses)
• Matured in sealed white American oak barrels, with reserves up to 18 years
• Blended with pure spring water; no added sugars, per the brand
• 40% ABV (80 proof), 750ml

Tasting Notes

From Ron Carúpano’s own notes.

Color: Amber with golden bright sparkles.

Nose: Delicate candied fruits, with moderate notes of wood, almonds, and honey.

Palate: Opens vigorously, with a firm, balanced body. TAG judges add toffee, crème brûlée, and dark chocolate.

Finish: Long, with lingering figs and chocolate.

Food Pairings

The fig, chocolate, and honey pair well with dark chocolate, crème brûlée, and aged cheese. It also goes with roasted nuts, grilled pork, and a good cigar.

Serving Suggestions

Sip it neat or on the rocks in a short glass. It’s a sipping rum, best enjoyed slowly, though it also elevates an Old Fashioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

What proof is it? 80 proof (40% ABV).

Is it 18 years old? It contains special reserves aged up to 18 years, blended into the rum.

Where is it from? Destilería Carúpano, Sucre State, Venezuela.

What barrels does it use? Sealed white American oak, ex-bourbon barrels.

Is there added sugar? The brand says no.

How should I drink it? Neat or on the rocks.

Has it won awards? Yes, a Double Gold and 92 points at TAG.

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