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John Watling's Buena Vista rum

John Watling's Buena Vista

Bahamas | Aged | 40% ABV

6.4/10
16 ratings
Tasty, but not quite great
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16 John Watling's Buena Vista Ratings

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Geno ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ | 30 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

did a walking rum tour in nassau, ending at this distillery. this was their best rum. not bad. drinkable. sippable. not as luxurious a rum as others, then again it was made in a pirate's town. it is worth a try if you are in town. go for a taste, if you like it, buy it.

Ropes86 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ | 4 ratings
Posted over 3 years ago

Tasted this rum while visiting The Distillery in Nassau. This one definitely had a little more bite, but the aroma was amazing and pretty damn smooth

Russ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ | 85 ratings
Posted over 6 years ago

Nose: Rubbing alcohol and a charred barrel
Pallet: Undeveloped and harsh, a sad and unsuccessful attempt at being a decent rum
Finish: Gasoline, some spice, a little table sugar, and a charred barrel

This is the "best rum" Watling's offers and its best used in a frozen drink. This is a $12 rum that's nicely packaged and sold for $40+

I was tempted to give it a 3 Rating but I was overwhelmed with disappointment. The government of Nassau should shut this place down. It's a national embarrassment!

Michael Regular ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ | 36 ratings
Posted almost 7 years ago

While cruising we decided to find our way to the Waitling's distillery. Decided to try the selection at the bar. This was the better of the three offered. The taste/after taste was a bit overwhelming. Left without purchasing any, thought it overpriced.

Jason ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ | 60 ratings
Posted 7 years ago

The caramelized flavors certainly come through, but not overbearingly so. Nicely balanced and solid enough to be sipped, although not as complex as others I've had. My favorite of their three offerings.

jhmorey3 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ | 1 rating
Posted over 2 years ago

Bought this rum in the Nassau airport! Wow, totally amazing! Smooth caramel taste! No disappointment. This is the reason I joined rum ratings!

Docsarvis (PREMIUM) ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ | 463 ratings
Posted over 3 years ago

Good nose. Flavor has some oak and cane notes but this is not a sipper. Hard and short. No balance. No finish. No joy. Pass on this.

sebastiana ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ | 2 ratings
Posted over 4 years ago

Overall great rum. Tour was amazing in the beautiful Buena Visita estate.

Mikenedham ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง | 15 ratings
Posted over 4 years ago

Bought as present from bahamas - light in the mouth, oaky plenty of caramel but found it better in a strong dark &stormy than as a sipper

Scott Nowicki ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ | 12 ratings
Posted over 4 years ago

Picked this baby up on Exuma. Subtle caramel flavor. Well balanced. Easy sipping gem. And a nice looking bottle to boot!

Phil ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ | 5 ratings
Posted over 4 years ago

Just a really good sipping rum, not too harsh like some of the lower priced John Watling runs. Great with a cigar!




Brand Details

Name: Buena Vista
ABV: 40%
Type: John Watling's
Raw Material: Unknown
Process: Unknown
Distillation: Unknown
Women leading Rum: No