Old Monk XXX

Not in the same league as the Caribbean rums. Best straight up or with a little ice. Worth the a try.

This rum is not a favorite of mine but is tollerable. It has a taste of vanilla and syrup. Not what id like mixed in my cola but maybe in a warm drink? By it self, its rather artificial tasting.

I join with other comments. Hard to describe all the spices that rum is included. Worth trying. Me and my friend's favorite beverage !

Glad I tried it, but no rush to try another bottle

Smell very good.Taste Vanilla flavour. Good for mixed drinks.

I like this one, but I think it is better for mixing. I do sip it straight and find it not too bad. I think there could be some interesting mixed cocktails made from this.

Was really looking forward to this one, but was let down pretty quickly. First impression on the nose right away was strong vanilla and melted plastic. The first tastes (straight up) reinforce the nose. I had to do a double take and make sure I wasn't just drinking vanilla extract. They seem pretty close. I'm going to have to go fairly low on my impression of this right now, but I've got plenty of time to reevaluate as I've got a whole bottle. It may be something that needs to be acquired over time.

Hard to explain this rum. Almost a spiced vanilla and coffee type flavour but not quite. I love it others hate it.
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Medium-bodied, heavy over dramatized "rum" flavor. Easy drinking

I may be partial as this reminds me of simpler times. Strong vanilla flavor and probably the best value for money. Not recommended for sipping, and goes best with Coke. Costs around $5 in India.