Havana Club Selección de Maestros

Simply expected more from this rum. But what can I say. It is Havana club. Shouldn't expect much...

I've always liked the 3 yo HC and it's typical flavor profile. This one, I've always wanted to try as it was recommended to me. Comparing it directly to the 15 yo and the tributo 2021, yes, the tributo was better - more refined, balanced etc. - but the SDM's flavor profile heads in the very same direction at less that an 10th of the price. Liked it very much and also got it for 35 euros. The 15 yo is also nice but with very different flavors at 4 times the price. So, SDM is definitely my winner.

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Havana Club Selección de Maestros has a unique flavour compared to most runs. .It’s rich and complex, I get a lot of cognac flavours, light fruits, grape initially, then develops into darker fruits, oak and spices. Its also far less sweet than most rums. Its beautifully balanced. and has a long finish.Absolutely worth getting if you get the chance.

Typical HC profile but slightly more elegant. This is a treat on a warm day and is elevated when paired with the nations finest cigars...

Highly recommended for when a simple rum is needed.

Vůně ovocná (mandarinky?), koření, dub.
Chuť ostřejší, čokoládová, dub.
Dojezd lehce štiplavý, čokoládově-dřevitě-sladký.
Doporučuji!

I really like this rum, neat, on the rocks, or in a nice cocktail.

Got it by chance in a Cuba Libre. It was way better than my regular Havana 7 years. Asked the bartender for a pure sample. Aromatic, slightly smoky, fine nose with vanilla, nuts, light spices. Palate a little sharp and stingy alcoholic, then fine aromatic with more nuts, toffee and fruit. Medium finish.
Really good, have to get one bottle, even if it's quite expensive for mixing.

Enjoyed this. At first,I felt it to be quite average but then realised it was moreish. Needs a mixer but still good neat and on ice.

My first 'proper' rum that got me into rums. Tasty, but learnt that although it is good there is better at a similar price point.