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Mount Gay Eclipse rum

Mount Gay Eclipse

Barbados | Gold | 40% ABV

Mount Gay Eclipse rum is produced from molasses that is double distilled and aged up to 2 years in white Kentucky oak ex bourbon barrels.

Mount Gay is the oldest existing rum brand in the world, with it's oldest surviving deed being from 1703. The company developed the use of traditional double copper pot stills, a process that has been in continuous use by Mount Gay ever since its founding. The company's namesake Sir John Gay Alleyne was a good friend of John Sober who purchased the then Mount Gilboa distilleries in 1747.

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Tasty, but not quite great
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Aiden πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ | 14 ratings
Posted over 4 years ago

I like Barbadian rums quite a bit. This one isn't the purest or the tastiest, but it still has that characteristic dry, whisky-like quality to it. Certainly not a sugar bomb, and quite enjoyable neat or mixed, but doesn't offer anything special, especially with R. L. Seale 10 Year competing in the same style and price range. It's a rum in purgatory in my opinion, where it's good to drink with friends at bars with little selection, but it's just not a keeper for the rum shelf at home.

Don Ron πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ | 41 ratings
Posted 8 years ago

Sehr starken pot-stil rum. Mag ihn auf Eis mit Honig oder Cola

Mark πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ | 59 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

This rum has a decent amber colour for a lightly aged rum. It has a mild sweet smell, although it is too harsh to sip. That said, it does have a decent oak/ash rum flavour which is great for a light and easy rum and cola. As you can trust Mount Gay to make a pure (no added sugar/other) Barbadoes rum, this is good quality everyday mixer for your bar. Good affordable price point.

Jerry de la Hoya πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ | 26 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

An unremarkable light-bodied rum. Would not use for anything other than mixed drinks and I prefer Appleton VX for that anyways.

DeanH πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ | 32 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

found this one weekend with a friend. Lots to like but went down too easy, and clearly would lead to being drunk instead of having a drink. should be a 7 but because I wanted more in my glass immediately, I need restraint. Tasted slightly better than Appleton VX in my opinion.

Steve πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ | 4 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

What can I say, Eclipse is the go-to general rum for a quick rum and cola drink, mixing cocktails for the ladies, or just relaxing on the deck with some ice and soda. I don't generally sip it as it does not have the deep flavors or other rums, but for this range, we keep it stocked regularly.

Youri πŸ‡³πŸ‡± | 63 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

Very nice rum to mix. One of the best under 20 euro. Straight up is OK, but then I suggest to pay a little more for a better rum

jake πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ | 23 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

Despite the name which I know puts a lot of people off this rum, I finally decided to give it a try. Glad I did. Not overly expensive, nice & light, goes down easy, not a sipper but mixes well. Worth trying if you haven't before.
Note: the bottle is oval like the others now, not round.

Wonky Donkey πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ | 6 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

When you go to the store and you have on offer the Β£20 rums, wins every time. Perfect for mixing, probably not for sipping. But good, solid and dependable at that price point.

Jamie Hicks πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ | 32 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

One of the better golds and one of the best Barbados has to offer. Halfway between an Amber and a gold.

Andi πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ | 69 ratings
Posted over 8 years ago

Yummy, Mount Gay is a very good stuff for Cuba libre.




Brand Details

Name: Eclipse
ABV: 40%
Type: Mount Gay
Raw Material: Unknown
Process: Pure blend (1 distillery)
Distillation: Unknown
Women leading Rum: Yes

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