Appleton Estate Rare Blend 12-Year

Very similar to the 21 year in taste. I prefer to drop an ice cube or two in this one to mellow out the strong presence of alcohol. The finish is sweet but not as lo g last g as the 21. I buy this one for my daily sipper and save the 21 for special occasions.

Очень даже не плохой ром, до 12 летнего эль дорадо или Пирата ХО не дотягивает конечно, но продукт качественный.
Хороший, приятный вкус. После первых глотков показался слегка жгучим во рту, но выпив ещё - все встало на свои места. Этот ром не отличается каким-то особо богатым вкусом на мой взгляд, но в целом я и не могу сказать ничего плохого о нем. Стоил около 30 евро за бутылку, за эти деньги он занимает адекватную позицию в своём классе.

6,5 - 7

Not as deep and complex flavor as my favorites. Tastes a bit like a whiskey. Still a very good sipping rum, though.

Very nice offering. little warmth but nothing unpleasant. Smooth flavors.

Follows the trajectory set by the Signature (V/X) and Reserve. Very smooth, and rich with caramel and oak. Being a blended rum, there is subtle pot-still influence—not unlike Bajans like Real McCoy and Mt. Gay XO. The 43% is nice, though it could be higher.

I think this rum is very good, and a great value, making it a superb “everyday” sipper or high-end mixer. However, I think there’s more potential here—it’s just not very exciting.

8-

UN TÍPICO APPLETON, SABOR TÍPICO DE LA FAMILIA APPLETON, EN PARTICULAR CASI IGUAL QUE EL APPLETON STATE, CON MAS CUERPO Y MÁS COLOR

Un ron con notas en nariz de naranja, almendra, nuez moscada, con su toque amaderado y dulce de melaza.

En boca es muy sutil, bastante completo y untuoso, siguen las notas a madera pero es más dulce y suave donde encuentras canela, plátano, ciruela madura y dejos de especias.

Un gran Ron, lo recomiendo tomar solo!

My first bottle of Appleton Rare Blend 12 yr rum was a huge disappointment. A year later I tried another bottle and this time it was a complete different experience to the point where I am wondering if there was something wrong with my first bottle.

I know understand and agree with the ratings this rum is getting. The “Jamaican funky taste” is growing on me. 👍

Overall this is a very well balanced rum. The nose is quite enjoyable and goes down smoothly. I like it being at 43% ABV since it adds a little more spice to it. For $30 in my area it's a great value rum.