10 Best Gold Rum Brands December 2014

Choose the best gold rum label brand from the following list of reviews posted by experts. Rum is known for its delicious and hearty taste. However, different brands offer rum products consisting of various flavors and nuances. Find bottled rum made with molasses, sugar cane, tropical fruit, vanilla or bananas. Enjoy the lovely taste of rum enhanced with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg or allspice. You can even find rum that tastes like pineapples or freshly baked gingerbread. Select the ideal bottle of rum from this list that helps you kick back and relax after a busy day at work. The companies below have been reviewed based on a wide range of qualitative and quantitative statistics. In some cases, variable listing fees effect position on this list; however only highly-regarded firms are accepted through our review analysis. Learn more about our ranking process here.

 Best Gold Rum Label Logo: Atlantico Reserva

#1 of 10 Top Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - The result of using three different aged rums results in the making of Atlantico Reserva gold rum. It has light oak and fruity undertones in it that makes it enjoyable straight up or in a mixed drink. The combination of the three aged rums makes this particular brand taste exotic. This is a slightly drier rum, which is why it is ideal for mixed drinks. Rum lovers will enjoy a full-bodied, deep flavor that is only available from Atlantico Reserva. The third-generation master blender took a great deal of time and testing to perfect this blend for consumers.

 Top Gold Rum Label Logo: Gosling's Gold Bermuda Rum

#2 of 10 Leading Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - The rich heritage of the Gosling's label goes back to the early 19th century. James Gosling opened up a small distillation business on the island of Bermuda and eventually reached out to a broader market in North America and the Caribbean region. For generations, this brand has used aged oak barrels to produce high quality rum. Gosling's Gold Bermuda Rum has a 40 alcohol by volume rating that is considered to be subtle. The amber color of the contents inside each bottle combine well with the sweet vanilla taste and the spicy flavors that are derived from natural Caribbean botanicals.

 Best Gold Rum Label Logo: Bacardi Gold Rum

#3 of 10 Top Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - Gold Rum Brand From its amber color to its vanilla and caramel essence, Gold Rum Brand from Bacardi is unquestionably a treat to the senses. The balance of Gold Rum Brand is perfection to lovers of gold rum. Gold Rum Brand is considered a necessity for home bars. Its popularly savored "neat," over ice or as a mixer with cola and a twist of lemon or lime. Among rum connoisseurs, Gold Rum Brand by Bacardi is an essential as a delightful after dinner drink and is an important presence for parties and other special occasions. In eggnog, it's a tradition.

 Leading Gold Rum Label Logo: Ron Barcelo Anejo Fine Dominican Rum

#4 of 10 Top Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - Ron Barcelo Anejo Fine Dominican Rum is a high-quality dark rum produced in Spain. It is aged in oak barrels that were once used to produce bourbon. The rum's most popular features include a pleasant aroma that is enhanced by a wonderfully sweet taste. It also features a nice aftertaste that is subtle. These attributes make Ron Barcelo Anejo Fine Dominican Rum suitable for drinking by itself or in your favorite rum-based cocktails. This is understandable because Ron Barcelo uses high-quality sugar grown in the Dominican Republic to produce rums that are sweet and refreshing.

 Top Gold Rum Label Logo: Cruzan Single Barrel Rum
#5 of 10 Best Gold Rum Labels

Cruzan Single Barrel Rum

St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

#5 of 10 Top Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - Honeyed to a decadent gold with shimmering highlights that shift as the bottle is drained - Cruzan Single Barrel Rum is a timeless classic that uses a blend of bold, vivid fragrances and flavors to tantalize, entice, and appeal. Your senses are guaranteed to be treated, as the experience of sipping this rum is truly one of pleasure. The color of Cruzan Single Barrel Rum can be attributed to the handful of gold-tinged ingredients, such as butterscotch, warm vanilla, and cinnamon. While the fragrances are a combination of spiced and sweet, giving your nostrils an alluring whiff before the first sip.

 Best Gold Rum Label Logo: Don Q Gold Rum

#6 of 10 Top Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - Don Q Gold Rum provides a classic rum flavor. It is aged 1 1/2 to 5 years in American oak barrels to produce a smooth taste and a rum that goes down easy. It is similar to Cristal in the way it is produced, but it has more flavor. The carbon filtration process makes it so all of the traditional flavors are present, but the impurities are removed. Don Q Gold Rum will be the perfect addition to any drink that includes rum and it is sure to add a great deal of flavor and intensity to any drink.

 Top Gold Rum Label Logo: El Dorado 5

#7 of 10 Leading Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - El Dorado 5 is a premium Rum that is made in Guayana and distributed throughout the Americas and the Caribbean region. The rich heritage of rum making in this country has led to the production of signature blends that have strong tastes with hints of spices. Organic sugarcane is used for the distillation process that fills up each bottle of El Dorado 5. This rum label has a thick and viscous texture with a dark golden color. After all, the name "El Dorado" literally translates into Gold in Spanish. Some of the wooden casks used by this rum label are decades old.

 Best Gold Rum Label Logo: JM Rhum Gold Rum

#8 of 10 Best Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - The history of Rhum JM began in the 1600s when a Jesuit priest began growing sugarcane on a small plantation in a French-controlled Caribbean island. For centuries, this small business has grown into a global enterprise that satisfies the tastes of drinkers in bars and pubs worldwide. The JM Rhum Gold Rum is a testament to this label's complex wood alchemy and other traditional distillation processes. This particular blend is aged in Bourbon barrels for at least one year before it is prepared for distribution. The JM Rhum Gold Rum is ideal for cocktails that are mixed with lime and sweet fillings.

 Best Gold Rum Label Logo: Stolen Dark Rum

#9 of 10 Top Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - Considered a full-bodied dark blend of richness and boldness, Stolen Dark Rum is brimming with quirkiness in a unique name, and fragrant flavor in decadent taste. Aged in oaken barrels and then carefully handcrafted to a perfect blend by artisan experts, this rum is a dark, honeyed, gold-tinged mixture of toasted caramel flavors and cocoa aromas. There are numerous methods to making the perfect cocktail, and many of them would use Stolen Dark Rum as a delicious base. Where bottling is concerned, the easy twist-off cap provides excellent access to your favorite beverage, and the bottle itself is sleek, smooth, and captivating.

 Top Gold Rum Label Logo: Tortuga Gold Rum

#10 of 10 Top Gold Rum Labels of 2014 - Description of Best Gold Rum Brand – Tortuga Gold Rum Tortuga Gold Rum has been made for many years in the Grand Cayman Islands. It can be found in stores in Jamaica and the Bahamas. The company is trying to get it back in the United States. This fine rum is aged for up to five years in oak barrels. Tortuga Light Rum won the Gold Medal in 2014 for the Best White Rum Award. This rum is an ingredient in items such as coffee, cakes, sauces, chocolate treats, and cocktails. The favorite, perhaps, is the rum cake. It contains less than ½ of 1% alcohol, so it is a great snack for everyone. Reviews state that these delicious cakes contain just the right amount of rum. Food products made from Tortuga rum are served and sold on board cruise ships traveling to the Caribbean Islands.

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