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Plantation Original Dark Rum

750ml & 80 Proof

4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
5 Reviews

Plantation Original Dark Rum is a Rum from the Plantation Rums Collection brand hailing from Barbados.

What is Plantation Original Dark Rum?

Plantation Original Dark Rum is a blend of rums from Trinidad and Tobago, aged in bourbon casks and finished in cognac barrels, resulting in a rich, complex flavor profile. Interestingly, the brand's name "Plantation" has sparked controversy due to its historical connotations, leading the company to announce in 2020 that they would change the name to better reflect modern values and sensitivities.

Why do we love Plantation Original Dark Rum?

Cocktail enthusiasts should embrace Plantation Original Dark Rum for its distinctive double-aging process, which combines traditional Caribbean maturation with a second aging in French Cognac casks. This unique method imparts a complex flavor profile featuring notes of tropical fruits, vanilla, and subtle spices, while the Cognac influence adds a refined smoothness that sets it apart from other dark rums on the market.

How do you drink Plantation Original Dark Rum?

Plantation Original Dark Rum shines in tropical-style cocktails, where its rich molasses notes and subtle spice can truly come alive. This versatile spirit also holds its own when sipped neat or over ice on warm summer evenings, and pairs beautifully with grilled meats, barbecue, or decadent chocolate desserts.

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Nose: Caramel and molasses dominate, followed by hints of vanilla and tropical fruits like banana and pineapple. A subtle oakiness lingers in the background, along with a touch of spice.

Palate: Rich and full-bodied. Brown sugar and dark caramel flavors lead, complemented by ripe banana and a hint of coconut. Warm baking spices like cinnamon and nutmeg add complexity. The oak influence is more pronounced, bringing a slight tannic quality.

Finish: Medium to long. The sweetness fades, giving way to a drier, spicier conclusion. Lingering notes of toasted oak, dark chocolate, and a touch of tobacco. A subtle warmth remains, reminiscent of cinnamon and black pepper.

Plantation Original Dark Rum undergoes a unique two-stage aging process, first in bourbon casks in the Caribbean and then in smaller Cognac casks in France. This double-aging technique, combined with the addition of local Caribbean sugar, imparts a rich complexity and smooth finish to the rum, setting it apart from more traditionally produced dark rums.

  • Plantation Original Dark Rum is actually a blend of rums from two different Caribbean islands: Trinidad and Tobago, and Jamaica. This unique combination creates a complex flavor profile that captures the best of both rum-making traditions.
  • Despite its rich, dark appearance, Plantation Original Dark Rum is aged for a relatively short period—only 2 to 3 years. The deep color comes from the addition of caramel, a common practice in rum production that enhances both color and flavor.
  • The rum undergoes a special "double aging" process: first in its country of origin in ex-bourbon casks, then again in France in small Cognac barrels. This innovative technique, rarely used in rum production, imparts subtle wine-like notes and a silky texture to the final product.
  • Main Ingredient: Sugarcane
    Country of Origin: Barbados

    4.4
    Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
    Based on 5 reviews
    Total 5 star reviews: 3 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
    Best ForRated -1.6 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
    80%would recommend this product
    5 reviews
    • Rhys T.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age Range 25 - 34
      I'm More Into: Cocktails
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Rum
      I Bought This For Myself
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      A Multifaceted Workhorse

      While this rum is far from the most complex, and is low on funk for being blended with a Jamaican, it is approachable, affordable, **** delicious and carries itself firmly enough that it neither falls to the background of, or overwhelms the drink it’s mixed in and lends itself well to a wide host of applications. This is a permanent fixture in my home bar and when one bottle runs dry, it is swiftly replaced.

      Best ForRated -1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
    • Todd S.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age Range 55 - 64
      I'm More Into: Cocktails
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Rum, Tequila
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      Love it

      Great rum works well in my tiki drinks - Tortuga!!

      Best ForRated -2.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
    • Chezarae
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age Range 35 - 44
      I'm More Into: Cocktails AND Sipping
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Rum
      I Bought This For Myself
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      Workhorse for mixed drinks

      This rum is an amazing mixed, full of flavor and has a great variety of different rum styles all packed into one bottle. If you enjoy mixed rum drinks this is a must in my opinion. I find myself wanting to use it in everything, and the price point is perfect for that.

      Best ForRated -1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
    • James Z.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age Range 25 - 34
      I'm More Into: Cocktails AND Sipping
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Rum
      I Bought This For Myself
      Rated 4 out of 5 stars
      Decent dark rum, rather sweet

      I love all plantation rums but when it comes to "dark" rums in general I find this one the sweetest I had tried so far, which is not a completely bad thing but can turn some people off (Plantation is known for adding sugar to their rums). If you are looking for something funkier, I recommend myers dark. Compared to goslings dark I would pick this rum over it all day, be it a dark and stormy or cuba libre.

      Best ForRated -2.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
    • Lisa F.
      Verified Buyer
      Age Range 35 - 44
      I'm More Into: Cocktails AND Sipping
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Whiskey, Brandy, Aperitifs
      Rated 3 out of 5 stars
      Meh

      This is definitely a mixing rum and didn't hold up well.

      Best ForRated -2.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
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