Our master distiller selects first-class sugarcane from sustainable farms from eight of the world’s leading cane producing countries- Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guyana, and Honduras. The palate is medium bodied with notes of cinnamon, roasted nuts and allspice, leading up to a slightly sweet, smooth finish. Being a bit new to the rum world and after trying the mainstream brands , I want to try something different . I do agree with some of the "not like a true rum" reviews others have posted, but taken for what this is, which is more of a dessert drink or almost a liquor, this is a very nice addition to the bar, to be enjoyed straight up on a cold day.

Neat it’s a tad on the rough side, but to counter act that burning sensation, there is plenty of sweetness going on (some argue too much) giving this rum a nice yin and yang balance. Hailing from Barbados, the original rum island, this brand is rooted in the rich history of the West Indies and works to extend its legacy as the ultimate source of extraordinary spirits. Bumbu is an exquisite all-natural craft rum made with native Caribbean ingredients and aged for up to 15 years to create an effortlessly smooth and balanced rum with complexity and depth. The taste was about the same with a hint of caramel , I don't think you can add enough O's in the word smooooooth . Also sign me up for newsletters so I can get special offers, recommendations, and expert advice to my inbox!

With notes of sweet toffee, orange peel, vanilla and accents of pepper and coffee, this XO edition has a great well-rounded flavour. Yes in the 16th and 17th century sailors, pirates, plunderers and admirality might well have “spiced” their rum. They also state “Using the same all-natural native spices and no artificial colors or flavors, our rum is an authentic revival of this piece of Caribbean history, distilled in small batches and blended by hand.

The 35% ABV makes it very thin and the sheer amount of artificial tasting banana, toffee and the huge onslaught of saccharin sweetener makes this have no burn or rum taste whatsoever.They mention it's a great tasting spiced rum with notes of vanilla, and has an exquisitely smooth aftertaste that lasts. A perfect combination of spicy and smooth, Bumbu have infused their original rum with real dairy cream to create this innovative liqueur. The XO is matured for up to eighteen years in bourbon barrels then finished in casks seasoned with Spanish Andalusian sherry, ensuring an impressively smooth and balanced body. With an alcohol volume of just 15%, simply serve on the rocks for the perfect addition to a hot summer’s night. Presented in a white bottle with the Bumbu X logo shining in gold, this is the perfect gift for a rum and liqueur lover.