Another rum I had while in the Dominican Republic. I thought that this one was not by Oliver & Oliver, but, after doing some research following my initial note taking, it turns out that it’s totally by Oliver & Oliver. Usually they like to slap their name on their bottles, but in this case, it’s a celebrity rum for Enrique Iglesias. Oh boy, Oliver & Oliver AND finished in cognac AND a celebrity product.

Review

Also before I go into nosing or tasting, when I first got the rum, in a clear glass cup with no ice, I noticed that the rum is full of flocules. I guess it’s unfiltered? Not really a problem for me, I just was curious why they didn’t filter it.

Smell

Smells primarily of alcohol, with the faintest hint of sweetness and vanilla.

Taste

Primarily alcohol and pretty flavorless. It’s not that harsh, and it’s pretty easy sipping, especially with some ice. But it really doesn’t have much flavor— even Puntacana Club XOX, which is a similar “25 year” solera, has at least a decently nice deep rich woody flavor. It has some faint notes of vanilla, sweetness, oak, and perhaps brown sugar. The finish is very short, but it’s slightly floral similar to Puntacana Club XOX.

Verdict 4/10

I pretty much feel the same way about this rum as I did with my previous review of Legado El Caballo Mayor, and most Oliver & Oliver rums. Sweet, flavorless, and not bad, but not really worth your time either.