Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva Rum

Silky, dessert-leaning Venezuelan rum with a cult following: pot-still richness, orange-toffee allure, and a long, cocoa-laced finish. A multi-award winner that shines neat and in luxe, spirit-forward cocktails—an elegant gift and a crowd-pleasing sipper.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Aromatic waves of sultanas, orange peel and toffee lead into cocoa, vanilla and oaky spice on the palate. Plush texture with hints of plum and brandied fruit; a lingering finish of sweet coffee, Demerara sugar and toasted oak.

Key Details

• Distillery: Destilerías Unidas (DUSA)
• Type: Dark Rum
• Region: Venezuela
• ABV: 40%
• Volume: 700ml
• Stills: Copper pot still–led blend; batch kettle & column components
• Aging: Up to ~12 years in ex-bourbon/whisky oak
• Other: Gluten-free; Vegan-friendly
• Signature Serve: Neat or on a large rock; Diplomatico Old Fashioned

Cocktail Pairings

Diplomático Old Fashioned — brown sugar & bitters framing orange-toffee richness. Sazerac (rum-forward) — cocoa, spice and a whisper of anise for late-night elegance. Manhattan twist — sweet vermouth amplifies dried fruit and vanilla. Rum Espresso Martini — mocha depth, satin texture. Rum Sour — citrus lift over caramel and baking spice.

Craftsmanship & Story

Crafted at the foot of the Andes, this blend centres on heavy copper pot-still rums balanced with batch-kettle and column distillates, then matured in ex-bourbon/whisky casks to a plush, signature smoothness.

Special Features

Pot-still emphasis for depth; natural cane-derived base; presentation worthy of gifting; widely celebrated as a gateway to premium sipping rum.

Recognition & Accolades

Consistently decorated by major competitions, underscoring its luxury credentials and customer-pleasing profile.

• Double Gold — San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2016)
• Gold — The Rum Masters (The Spirits Business) (2019)
• Gold — Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition (2014)
• Gold — Best in Class — RumXP Competition (2012)
• Gold — RumXP Competition (2010)
• Silver Outstanding — International Wine & Spirit Competition (2016)
• Silver — San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2018)
• Bronze — International Spirits Challenge (2016)

Summary: Multiple top-tier medals, including SFWSC Double Gold and category Golds, reinforce its status as a refined, gift-worthy sipping rum.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

A luxurious all-rounder for neat pours and elevated classics. Ideal for milestone birthdays, anniversaries and corporate thank-yous—guaranteed to impress.

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