10 Best Dark Rum Brands February 2015

#1 of 10 Leading Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Motu Rum is a Polynesian dark rum that embodies the sweet flavors found on the Polynesian islands. Motu rum reflects the core values of island life. "Motu" even means "island" in Polynesian. This rum is distilled from a rare strain of sugar cane molasses only found in Polynesia. This gives Motu Rum a unique sweetness not replicated by any other dark rum. The sweet and smooth finish makes it a perfect mixer for mojitos and other rum based cocktails.

#2 of 10 Leading Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Angostura 7 year old dark rum is, as its name states, aged for 7 years in a bourbon cask before it is bottled. This gives this rum an unparalleled richness and complexity when it comes to flavor. The taste is best described as a blend of chocolate, toffee, honey, and maple. This creates a nice sweet and rich flavor that truly tantalizes the taste buds. This Caribbean rum has won numerous awards. It won a gold medal from Rum masters. It also won a double gold at the 2013 San Francisco World Spirits competition.

#3 of 10 Leading Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Ron Barcelo Imperial Rum is perfection, created from intermingled spices, citrus flavors, caramel, and vanilla. Through an encompassing distillation process, this rum gets a honeyed look – nontraditional in comparison to the usual amber-colored rums. These rums are blended, spiced, and well-tended for 5 years or longer, meaning each bottle is considered slightly vintage. Perfect for both straight-up shots and mixed cocktails, Ron Barcelo Imperial Rum tantalizes your senses with smooth fragrance right after you break the seal. This is rum that is meant to be savored and sipped. The honey-toned color suggests velvety sleekness, and a lingering warmth that spreads from the inside out.

#4 of 10 Top Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Gosling's Black Seal Rum has won the Platinum Medal from the Beverage Testing Institute for its flavor, which has nuance and complexity, yet remains rich and intense, with the satisfying tastes of caramel, butterscotch, and vanilla. It is made using two stills, the continuous still for purifying and the pot still for flavor. The rum is also aged for a long time. The use of both stills and extensive aging are two of the things that contributes to Black Seal's taste.

#5 of 10 Top Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Old New Orleans Amber rum is a smooth dark rum distilled in the heart of New Orleans. The rum is aged in old oak whiskey barrels for 3 years before being bottled. This gives the flavors trapped in the oak from the whiskey time to release and add an exquisite finish to the blend. Old New Orleans Amber rum truly embodies the spirit of the city. All molasses is sourced locally from New Orleans. The owner, James Michalopoulas, is an artist and sculptor who transferred his ability to capture the essence of the city through art to this fine American rum.

#6 of 10 Top Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Koloa Dark Rum is produced on the beautiful Hawaiian island of Kauai, known for its excellent sugarcane crop. Here, on one of the wettest spots on Earth, pure water combines with rich volcanic soil to provide the ideal ingredients for an outstanding single-batch premium Hawaiian rum. Kuai's unique and remote setting gives Koloa Dark Rum its rich taste. A sip reveals its distinct flavors. Ample notes of coffee and molasses are coupled with the scents of coffee and brown sugar to produce a delicious rum. Twice distilled Koloa Rum is meticulously handcrafted at the only licensed distillery in Kuai.

#7 of 10 Leading Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Notable for being a premium spirit from Venezuela, Pampero Especial Rum upholds a generations-old tradition with a classic recipe. Comprised of complex, spiced ingredients, this rum begins with the perfect intermingling of velvety smooth elements, such as vanilla, caramel, and a touch of cane sugar. Nestled within a cask for years, the spirit is well-tended to perfection, before being bottled, individually numbered, and dispersed worldwide. Considered a 4 year aged, extra-dry rum, Pampero Especial Rum has an intense warmth that spreads from tongue to belly, and lingers. Each sip is strong, bold, yet smooth, which is a sensation that remains with each additional sip.

#8 of 10 Best Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Bully Boy Distillers Boston Rum is an excellent rum that captures the tradition of Boston. Boston has always been an area where rum was distilled dating back to the colonial days. Bully Boy Distillers recreated this tradition with their Boston rum. It is distilled from blackstrap molasses, which contributes to its bold and rich flavor. Each bottle of Boston rum is handcrafted from quality ingredients and aged in barrels once used for red wine and whiskey. The flavors of the red wine release into the blend and give it a subtle sweetness.

#9 of 10 Best Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - Coruba Dark is a rum that has been fermented with molasses. It is dark brown in color with a sweet aroma and taste. There is heavy coloring in the rum, and it is commonly used in fruit drinks. There is 40% alcohol b volume content. This is a drink that has been developed in Jamaica. There are some flavor notes of citrus and cinnamon for a spicy taste, but these are very mild, giving a soothing drink.

#10 of 10 Best Dark Rum Labels of 2015 - ASM Liquor offers an exciting dark rum for younger consumers with a sophisticated palate: Kinkynero Dark Rum. A Gold Metal Winner in the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits competition, Kinkynero Dark is sourced from Trinidad and is aged for at least 2 years before bottling. The 74.0-proof dark rum has a clean, non-acidic finish and is available for around $33 per 750-mL bottle. ASM Liquor, based in Australia, was founded in 2003 by Ben Anderson and Simon Sibia. Producers of a full line of rum, vodka and 100% agave tequila spirits, ASM Liquor is known for cutting-edge flavors that break with convention.