Using old casks requires a lifetime of knowledge in the art of blending. When a cask is burned on the inside the result is charred wood that swells and increases the surface area and makes the cask tight. The old casks used for Non Plus Ultra Series are burned longer than usual which means that the blend can penetrate deeper into the wood grain that has never been in contact with alcohol before. The carefully selected rum used in this blend in combination with these matured superior designer casks is the secret to the unique Non Plus Ultra taste.Warm gold color.Nose: Pickled yellow plums with orange peel, heather honey and a slight aromatic burnt note from the oak barrels, shortbread biscuits and a light floral, scented overtone.Taste: The taste of the ripe and aromatic pickled plums dominates the taste, but all the notes from the nose are present. The rich taste tones out very, very gradually.
Using old casks requires a lifetime of knowledge in the art of blending. When a cask is burned on the inside the result is charred wood that swells and increases the surface area and makes the cask tight. The old casks used for Non Plus Ultra Series are burned longer than usual which means that the blend can penetrate deeper into the wood grain that has never been in contact with alcohol before. The carefully selected rum used in this blend in combination with these matured superior designer casks is the secret to the unique Non Plus Ultra taste. Nothing is left to chance, not the beautifully faceted carafe, not the deep glow, and certainly not the enjoyment you will experience when you try your first taste. This is truly world-class. Its Non Plus Ultra – Black Edition with a very rich and creamy taste of almonds, orange, and a nose of butter caramel.Color: mahoganyNose: Peach and milk chocolate, butter caramel.Taste: Milk chocolate with hints of almond and orange, very rich and creamy, towards the end with a hint of tannin.Finish: Gingerbread with orange glaze.
Using old casks requires a lifetime of knowledge in the art of blending. When a cask is burned on the inside the result is charred wood that swells and increases the surface area and makes the cask tight. The old casks used for Non Plus Ultra Series are burned longer than usual which means that the blend can penetrate deeper into the wood grain that has never been in contact with alcohol before. The carefully selected rum used in this blend in combination with these matured superior designer casks is the secret to the unique Non Plus Ultra taste.Color: Dark red mahoganyNose: An inciting scent of orange, caramel, crème brulé and vanilla with notes of mahogany and the aromatic Bay Rum wood that grows wild in the West Indies.Taste: Complex, full-bodied and smooth spicy taste with a touch of orange, creamy vanilla and lemon with notes from oak casks of the finest quality.Finish: Rich and creamy with notes from the initial taste that gradually fade into a long aftertaste.
Nothing is more committing than signing your signature on a piece of paper. That is why we call this Premium blend Signature. A.H. Riise Signature is simply one off a kind. It’s an exceptional blend, with all the characteristic you know from A.H. Riise and more. The sweetness, the mellowness, the soft taste and aromas. An outstanding luxury blend, made from only the best casks, worthy of celebrating the great moments in life. Moments you will cherish and remember. When creating a A.H. Riise bottle, we use rum from a wide variety of casks, all with different ages and origins. However, not all casks are emptied to the last drop. Often there is a little left in the cask. A small amount of amazing rum. It is these high-class casks we use to create the perfect Signature blend. Every edition of A.H. Riise Signature is made in very small batches, less than 2000 bottles. Every cask is numbered, and every bottle likewise. A.H. Riise Signature is simply a piece of unique art – a true masterpiece.Colour: Red-goldNose: A most fascinating nose – ripe tropical fruits, coconuts and toffee accompanied by cool minty notes. Taste: Highly complex and incredibly smooth. Glazed citrus and apricots entangled in toasted coconut with a touch of eucalyptus.Finish: A true symphony of ripe tropical fruits and toffee. Subtle minty notes add perfect harmony to this long and everlasting finish.
A.H. Riise XO is a collection of extra old blends made from double-distilled premium matured Caribbean rum. The blends are carefully selected and composed by our master blenders to ensure perfect balanced and consistent blends – even in limited quantities. The style is the sweet, balmy, and aromatic with strong roots in our heritage from the Danish West Indies. The aging in PX and Oloroso sherry casks contributes to the memorable dark and sweet taste.
The result of the finest selection of rums aged up to ten years in oak barriques with a high toast degree, subsequently filtered from real Onix stones to obtain a rum with intense, deep notes and a unique character.
Dominican Republic - Double distilled and double aged in American oak followed by Spanish sherry casks. Extremely smooth and sweet with light spices and smoke. Aging brings out deep caramel and vanilla tones with faint spice. Finish is long and mellow. Perfect for sipping.
Bumbu Crème is a perfect blend of Bumbu Rum, select spices, and rich, decadent, real dairy cream. It’s an irresistible creation that is perfect chilled, straight, on the rocks, or in a cocktail. Bumbu Crème shares the same heritage that has made Bumbu the world’s favorite craft rum maker.
An authentic Caribbean legend, BUMBU is blended from fine Barbados rum and hand-selected spices that ecoke the rich and colorful history of the West Indies. BUMBU reveals its heritage and craftsmanship with every sip.
An authentic Caribbean legend, BUMBU XO is masterfully distilled by hand, aged to perection and finished in oak sherry casks for a delicious, complex depth of aromas and flavors. With our craftsmanship at its core, BUMBU XO is a truly stunning rum, perfect neat, over ice, or in a favorite cocktail.
Dictador 20 Years rum is the receiver of many awards. Colour intense dark amber colour with red-brown tones. Big on the nose with soft caramel, vanilla, smoky honey, toffee, dry seeds, roasted coffee and a rich rounded oak sensation. In the mouth, it is very soft and round, yet big and full flavoured, with caramel, vanilla, cocoa and roasted honey – a strong and rare texture.
Dictador 20 YO is made from the fermentation of virgin sugar cane honey, distilled partly in copper alembic and partly in steel continuous column, to achieve a medium body rum. Intense dark amber colour with red-brown tones. Big on the nose with soft caramel, vanilla, smoky honey, toffee, dry seeds, roasted coffee and a rich rounded oak sensation. In the mouth, it is very soft and round, yet big and full flavoured, with caramel, vanilla, cocoa and roasted honey – a strong and rare texture. Great finish.
Diplomático Ambassador rum is an exquisite rum crafted from the distillery’s best rum reserves. After a minimum of twelve years of aging in white oak casks, until optimal maturity is achieved, the rums are aged for two additional years in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, contributing to Ambassador’s complex sensory profile. This incomparable rum features aromas reminiscent of port wine, dried fruits and cigar boxes. It is complex on the palate with cinnamon, nutmeg and toasted oak notes leading onto a long, pleasing aftertaste.
Diplomático Mantuano is an authentic blend of rums aged for up to eight years. Versatile, Mantuano is ideal for mixing in cocktails while also maintaining its complexity for those who prefer to drink it neat. Opening up with aromas of dried plums, oak and a delicate spiciness, it is complex and well-balanced on the palate, following on with notes of dried fruits, wood and vanilla.
Planas is a unique white rum aged for up to six years. Named after the distillery’s location, it draws a smooth and complex flavor from this privileged land. Fresh and tropical aromas lead on to slightly fruity and creamy flavors and a delicate yet pronounced finish.
A fabulous Venezuelan dark golden rum, distilled from molasses in a copper pot still before it's aged for up to 12 years.Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva is one of the most awarded rums, with more than 20 awards to its name.Tasting notesNOSE: Fruit cake and rum’n’raisin ice cream, sprinkled with cocoa and banana chips.PALATE: Chocolatey notes dominate to start, fading to reveal fudge and tropical fruit.FINISH: Bittersweet orange, dark chocolate and vanilla cream.
A fabulous Venezuelan dark golden rum, distilled from molasses in a copper pot still before it's aged for up to 12 years.Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva is one of the most awarded rums, with more than 20 awards to its name.Tasting notesNOSE: Fruit cake and rum’n’raisin ice cream, sprinkled with cocoa and banana chips.PALATE: Chocolatey notes dominate to start, fading to reveal fudge and tropical fruit.FINISH: Bittersweet orange, dark chocolate and vanilla cream.
Diplomático Single Vintage is the product of a careful selection of rum reserves that have evolved exceptionally. After twelve years of aging in bourbon and malt whisky casks, this rum is placed in Oloroso sherry barrels to provide the perfect finish. Its rich aromatic profile includes notes of vanilla, spices and almonds. It is silky and incredibly flavorsome on the palate with a taste of tobacco, oak and caramel.
DON PAPA is Light and fruity on the nose, smooth and delicate on the mouth, with a long textured finish. It has a light amber colour and offers flavours of vanilla, honey and candied fruits.
Don Papa Rum 7 years is an aged molasses rum from the Philippines. The raw material comes from sugar cane grown locally on the island of Negros, also known as "Sugarlandia". The column distillation is then carried out at the Bago distillery. The ageing is also done on site, at the foot of the Kanlaon volcano. Bourbon and rioja (Spanish wine) barrels are used in the blending of this rum, which is at least 7 years old.After being labelled as a spirit drink, Don Papa has greatly reduced the amount of sugar and has thus regained its designation as a rum. Don Papa 7 ans is resolutely gourmet: a rum for a gentle introduction to the world of New World rums.
Don Papa Baroko is made on the island of Negros in the Philippines. It is the result of a blend with old rum distilled from molasses, known locally as "black gold" which comes from one of the many local mills on the island.Don Papa Baroko has aged for several years in American oak barrels. The Master Blender then selects the most expressive casks, those which best reveal the fruity and vanilla notes.
Sugar cane and caramel flavour. The drink of pirates and sea dogs. Caribbean islands and Cuba.
Rum is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from sugar cane molasses, of which distillate is usually aged in barrels. Let the sweet flavour of this golden-brown drink transport you to the sandy beaches and sun-drenched Caribbean islands.
The origin of rum
Although many think that rum is only produced in the Caribbean and Cuba, this is hardly the case. It is also produced in Australia, India and elsewhere, but it is true that most of it originates from the Caribbean and also South America. Interestingly, most of the rum is said to be made in Puerto Rico, mainly thanks to the Bacardi distillery, which produces as much as 100,000 litres of this spirit every day.
Where does its name come from? Well, the origin is quite unclear. The name is said to be derived from the word rumbullion meaning an uproar or tumult, while others say it comes from large Dutch glasses called rummers. Regardless of the name’s origin, it was already in use by 1657, when the Massachusetts General Court decided to make illegal the sale of strong liquor “whether knowne by the name of rumme, strong water, wine, brandy, etc.”
The production of rum
Rum is a strong alcoholic beverage made from alcohol-fermented molasses, a by-product of cane sugar production, and is one of the most unregulated beverages in the world. There are no rules or regulations on its production!
The distillate is matured for at least 3 years. For the production of light rum, white oak and ash barrels are recommended, while large industrial plants use stainless steel containers instead. Dark aromatic rum is aged in oak barrels, and rum can contain up to 70% alcohol.
But beware – don’t be fooled by the colour! This is not an indicator of the quality of the rum, as many producers artificially colour it with sugar products, or even remove the colour from certain types of rum.
6 steps to the perfect bottle of rum
Rum production generally consists of six steps.
● Preparation of mash. This is composed of molasses, water and cane juice.
● Fermentation. The mash obtained in the first step is fermented and cooked.
● Distillation. The cooked mash is distilled. The type or size of distillation boilers is not specified by law, and the distillate’s level of alcohol is also up to the manufacturers.
● Storage. The prepared distillate is poured into wooden barrels or metal containers.
● Ageing. As it ages in wooden barrels (often longer than five years), rum acquires a dark colour and at the same time loses some of its alcohol content.
● Colouring. For a darker colour, caramel can be added to the rum, while for a lighter colour, the rum needs to be refined.
Common questions
How to drink rum?
Rum is drunk similarly to whisky, with a little water or ice and a slice of lime. You can also drink it plain from a small glass that you warm in your hands. Rum is also very popular in cocktails. The most famous are Cuba libre, mojito and piña colada.
At what temperature is rum served?
All matured spirits, including rum, should be served at a temperature between 16–22 °C. The older the beverage, the higher the serving temperature may be.
What does the number on the rum bottle mean?
The number on a bottle of rum usually refers to the age of the youngest rum included in the blend. Most rums contain several different vintages, as this ensures a certain degree of consistency and balance.
So the next time you buy rum and see the number on it, don’t think that it refers to the year of production of the rum bottle in your hand. For example, if you choose the Diplomatico, you will choose a rum that has matured for up to 12 years.