Vizcaya VXOP 21

Okay, I may have to test this one again because I have a cold and my palate my be a little off. However, what I’m getting matches most of the other reviews perfectly. It’s incredibly smooth. You could give this to a beginner as a sipper and it would not overpower them. On the other hand, you could mix it and not lose anything that makes it unique. The characteristic that comes out most is a spice that is kind of like cinnamon (although it’s not). It gives it a burn (not an unpleasant alcohol burn) just a little tingle - like a good tequila or bourbon yet it’s sweet enough that there is no doubt that you are drinking rum. I could easily give this an 8 but there are other rums that I’ve given an 8 that have more bold and complex tastes. Yet if somebody gave me a bottle of Vizcaya VXOP 21 as a gift, I would be very pleased. BTW, the bottle is a beautiful presentation that looks more like a great cognac or bourbon than rum - but again - this is sweet enough to be rum. It’s not overly sweet but if you’re looking for exceptionally dry, you may not like this as much.

A fantastic offering just like any premium offering Oliver y Oliver makes. Very smooth with notes of caramel, chocolate, vanilla, toffee, and hints of cinnamon

Superbe, ce rhum se boit tout seul, il est très doux et savoureux

très belle palette aromatique, tout est bien équilibré se savoure lentement pour bien l'apprécier

Tastes are always personal , and I’m not good on a lot of tasting , but to me , it has a smothness to it that I never encountered in rums before ,

Très beau rhum, sur la vanille, banane, caramel et orange. Très doux. Très belle complexité et bel équilibre. Robe très pale

Right out of the gate this rum starts off with a very sweet and pleasant aroma. The taste however is a little lacking. Even after sitting a while there is still a slight bite to it. A fine drink for sure, just not one of my favorites.

I’m sitting at the table trying to decide my final thoughts on this rum. It is a bit thin upon pouring and somewhat bland with its aroma. Upon tasting this beverage, notes of oak, cinnamon, and molasses. Slight warmth at the end... Kind of reminds me of fireball and water, at the end of the night. Nothing great about this rum except the price. Smooth enough but no kick or noteworthy notes to the pallet. Don’t think I will be adding this to the collection...

En god rom, som rammer en 7’er på skalaen. Den har god fylde og smag, men mangler lidt for at komme højere op.

Not as complex as some, lot's of real molasses flavor. Easy and smooth straight up or drop an ice cube.