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El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum

750ml & 80 Proof

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4 Reviews

El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum is a Rum from the El Dorado Rum Collection brand hailing from Guyana.

What is El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum?

El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum offers a balanced profile of tropical fruit and warm spices, making it a versatile choice for both sipping and mixing. What's particularly intriguing about this rum is that it's aged in bourbon oak barrels that once held cognac, imparting a unique complexity and subtle notes of dried fruit and vanilla that set it apart from other rums in its category.

Why do we love El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum?

El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum stands out for its unique blend of rums aged in bourbon oak barrels, resulting in a smooth, medium-bodied spirit with hints of vanilla, coconut, and tropical fruit. What sets it apart is the use of Demerara sugar cane grown along Guyana's fertile banks of the Demerara River, combined with the distillery's centuries-old wooden stills – the last functioning ones of their kind in the world – which impart a distinctive character to this exceptional rum.

How do you drink El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum?

El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum shines in tropical-style cocktails, where its smooth character and subtle oak notes can truly shine, but it's equally enjoyable sipped neat or over ice on a warm summer evening. This versatile spirit pairs wonderfully with spicy Caribbean dishes or grilled seafood, making it a perfect companion for outdoor gatherings and beachside dinners.

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Nose: Caramel and vanilla lead, followed by hints of tropical fruit like banana and pineapple. Light oak notes and a touch of cinnamon spice round out the aroma.

Palate: Smooth entry with brown sugar sweetness. Flavors of toasted coconut, ripe mango, and a subtle nuttiness emerge. The oak influence is present but not overpowering, lending a pleasant dryness to balance the sweeter elements.

Finish: Medium-length finish with lingering notes of caramel and light spices. A gentle warmth reminiscent of cinnamon and nutmeg fades slowly, leaving a slightly dry, clean feel on the palate.

El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum is crafted using a unique blend of rums from Demerara Distillers' heritage stills, including the world's only wooden Coffey still. After distillation, the rum is aged for a minimum of five years in ex-bourbon oak barrels, allowing the spirit to develop its signature smooth character and rich flavors while retaining a youthful vibrancy.

  • El Dorado 5 Year Aged Rum is made using a unique wooden Coffey still, one of the last functioning in the world. This antique still, dating back to 1732, imparts a distinctive character to the rum that can't be replicated by modern equipment.
  • Despite its young age, El Dorado 5 Year has won multiple gold medals in international competitions, often outperforming much older and more expensive rums. It's a testament to the skill of Guyana's master blenders and their centuries-old distilling traditions.
  • The rum's deep amber color isn't from artificial coloring, but from its aging in bourbon oak barrels. These barrels are stored in Guyana's tropical climate, where the heat and humidity accelerate the aging process, giving the 5-year-old rum a complexity typically found in older spirits.
  • Main Ingredient: Sugarcane
    Country of Origin: Guyana

    4.8
    Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Based on 4 reviews
    Total 5 star reviews: 3 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
    Best ForRated -1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
    100%would recommend this product
    4 reviews
    • STUART S.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age Range 55 - 64
      I'm More Into: Cocktails AND Sipping
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Whiskey
      I Bought This For Myself
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      A nicely balanced rum w great flavor

      A darker rum w the classic taste of cane sugar. Not sharp and the body serves as a good balance for any drink. Of course, she nice it's darker some of the cocktails may look more "smokey" but that's part of the allure

      Best ForRated 0.0 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
      Great demerara rum for tiki

      If you're looking for a demerara rum to mix tiki drinks this is my personal go to. The El Dorado 12 in my opinion is the best sipper of this line, I prefer it over the 15 year. But for cocktails I stick with this every time. It's cheaper, and once you add the citrus it's hard to tell them apart.

      Best ForRated -2.0 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 5 out of 5 stars
      Solid gold rum

      First off, I prefer this over the 8 year old when it comes to cocktails or simply mixed drinks in general. I would also categorize this rum with Plantation 5 year, if you enjoy that rum then this would be another welcomed addition to your home bar.

      Best ForRated -1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
    • Jared F.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age Range 25 - 34
      I'm More Into: Cocktails
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Rum, Whiskey
      I Bought This For Myself
      Rated 4 out of 5 stars
      Massive bang for buck!

      I got this because I love demerara rum and it's difficult to get in Oregon, minimum $40 without a sale. This stuff has the flavor that I seek! My only problem is that it doesn't have the same mouth feel as Hamilton or Lemon Hart. It's also not as proofy as I like, but it gets the job done. Totally worth it!

      Best ForRated -1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2
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