Best Rums of 2026
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Last Updated - 17/02/2026
Last Updated - 17/02/2026
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Bumbu Original Rum, 70cl
Main highlights
- Our Rum is distilled using two continuous stills, at a historic Barbadian distillery founded in 1893, whose traditional rum stills date back to 1840
- Dating back to the 16th century, when sailors of the West Indies added Caribbean fruits and spices to their rum, calling it "Bumbu"
- Bumbu uses the finest sugarcane from locally sustainable farms selected from eight countries throughout the Caribbean and South America
- After the distillation and aging process, Bumbu is blended with all-natural native Caribbean ingredients, rested, blended again and finally bottled and corked
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Rey Del Istmo Premium Golden Rum 10 Year Old | Luxury Panamanian Aged | Single Estate Sugar Cane Spirit | Award-Winning | Oak Cask Matured 700ml, 42% ABV | Luxury Gift
Main highlights
- VERSATILE SERVING OPTIONS - Savour neat to appreciate its full complexity, create elegant cocktails, or enjoy classic serves with tonic, soda, or ginger ale. This premium rum elevates any drinking experience, from sophisticated sipping to crafting memorable cocktails.
- PRESTIGIOUS GIFT CHOICE - Presented in a striking bottle featuring art deco-inspired design, metallic accents, and a distinctive red-centred emblem. The premium packaging and exceptional liquid make Rey del Istmo an impressive gift for special occasions or corporate presentations.
- LUXURIOUS TASTING NOTES - Indulge in a velvety smooth golden rum with rich layers of creamy vanilla, butterscotch, and gentle spices. The decade-long maturation develops complex notes of oak, tropical fruits, and a sophisticated finish that lingers pleasantly, perfect for discerning rum enthusiasts.
- EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP - Meticulously distilled at Panama's oldest distillery, Varela Hermanos, using hand-harvested sugar cane from our single estate. Each batch is expertly crafted and aged for 10 years in carefully selected American oak casks, ensuring unparalleled quality and depth of flavour.
- ARTISANAL HERITAGE - Distilled in 2013 at Hacienda San Isidro in Panama's Southern Province of Herrera, this rum represents generations of expertise. Each bottle carries the legacy of traditional rum-making, creating an authentic expression of Panamanian craftsmanship.
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Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold 35% vol 1L Caribbean Rum Based Spirit Drink with Spice Vanilla & Brown Sugar Flavours
Main highlights
- WHEN TO ENJOY - Captain Morgan mixes even better with food. If there’s a better spirit drink for getting your friends around and ordering a pizza, we’ve yet to find it
- TASTING NOTES - Rich vanilla, brown sugar and warming spices on the tongue and the roof of your mouth; all combining in one big, beautiful balancing act
- PERFECT FOR GIFTING - This iconic, best-selling rum is the perfect gift for those who love creating cocktails and entertaining
- HOW TO ENJOY - Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold is a spirit drink made to mix. Lemonade, ginger ale, fresh orange, grapefruit, pineapple juice... you name it, it’ll mingle with it
- ABOUT - The original. The icon. It’s Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold, an irresistibly sweet yet subtly spiced taste
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Angostura 7-Year-Old House Signature | Premium Caribbean Rum | 40% ABV | 70cl | Aged 7 years in oak casks | Notes of molasses, espresso & chocolate | Full-bodied with a rich, toffee-led finish
Main highlights
- TASTING NOTES - Bold and expressive, with notes of molasses, espresso, chocolate and dried spice, leading into a rich, toffee-like character shaped by time in oak.
- STYLE & CHARACTER -A robust yet smooth aged rum with a clear age statement, widely recognised with multiple Gold medals across international spirits competitions including Spirit Business Rum Masters, World Spirits Awards, SIP Awards and the International Spirits Challenge.
- HOW TO ENJOY - Enjoy neat or over ice, or use in classic rum cocktails, including the iconic Queen’s Park Swizzle.
- HOW IT'S MADE - A blend of rums aged for a minimum of seven years in oak casks, allowing extended maturation to develop depth, structure, and complexity.
- ABOUT - Angostura 7 Year Old House Signature Rum is an aged Caribbean rum from Trinidad and Tobago, offering a fuller and more robust expression within the Angostura rum range.
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Angostura 7-Year-Old House Signature | Premium Caribbean Rum | 40% ABV | 70cl | Aged 7 years in oak casks | Notes of molasses, espresso & chocolate | Full-bodied with a rich, toffee-led finish
Main highlights
- TASTING NOTES - Bold and expressive, with notes of molasses, espresso, chocolate and dried spice, leading into a rich, toffee-like character shaped by time in oak.
- STYLE & CHARACTER -A robust yet smooth aged rum with a clear age statement, widely recognised with multiple Gold medals across international spirits competitions including Spirit Business Rum Masters, World Spirits Awards, SIP Awards and the International Spirits Challenge.
- HOW TO ENJOY - Enjoy neat or over ice, or use in classic rum cocktails, including the iconic Queen’s Park Swizzle.
- HOW IT'S MADE - A blend of rums aged for a minimum of seven years in oak casks, allowing extended maturation to develop depth, structure, and complexity.
- ABOUT - Angostura 7 Year Old House Signature Rum is an aged Caribbean rum from Trinidad and Tobago, offering a fuller and more robust expression within the Angostura rum range.
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Kraken Black Spiced Rum 70 cl
Main highlights
- The rum was named in its honour, as it was as dark and mysterious as the beast’s ink The Kraken is housed in a replica of a Victorian flagon, which allowed the bottle to be hung up on board ships so it would not roll around and come to harm
- The largest shipment of Caribbean black spiced rum was said to be brought down by The Kraken
- The Kraken is an imported rum from the Caribbean blended with secret spices
- Serve: The Storm – The Kraken Rum over cubed ice, topped with fiery ginger beer and a squeeze of fresh lime
- Named for the sea beast of myth and legend, The Kraken is bold, rich, black and smooth
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Kraken Black Spiced Rum 70 cl
Main highlights
- The rum was named in its honour, as it was as dark and mysterious as the beast’s ink The Kraken is housed in a replica of a Victorian flagon, which allowed the bottle to be hung up on board ships so it would not roll around and come to harm
- The largest shipment of Caribbean black spiced rum was said to be brought down by The Kraken
- The Kraken is an imported rum from the Caribbean blended with secret spices
- Serve: The Storm – The Kraken Rum over cubed ice, topped with fiery ginger beer and a squeeze of fresh lime
- Named for the sea beast of myth and legend, The Kraken is bold, rich, black and smooth
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Kraken Black Spiced Rum Dark Caramel and Cornish Sea Salt, 70cl
Main highlights
- The Kraken’s iconic bold, rich, black, and smooth rum is crafted from imported Caribbean rum and a secret blend of spices; Named for the beast of myth and legend, and housed in a replica of a Victorian flagon, The Kraken Black Spiced Rum is an ode to the sea and its many mysteries
- The Kraken Dark Caramel and Sea Salt is a rich infusion of Black Spiced Caribbean Rum, Dark Caramel, and a hint of Cornish sea salt; Plunge into an alluring toasted toffee aroma and a buttery vanilla finish - serve over ice for in hot chocolate for a luridly luxurious treat
- The Beast’s latest treasure has surfaced; The Kraken Dark Caramel and Sea Salt a flavour born of the maritime myths of the rugged Cornish coast
- Modern adventurers recently retrieved this rare bounty of rum for fans of The Beast’s darkest delights - Will you be swift enough to seize your share?
- As legend has it, terrified smugglers, fearful of the curse of the mighty Kraken, stashed a trove of contraband in a remote cove, including crates of dark caramel and barrels of delicious Black Spiced Rum; Lost for centuries, these exotic riches were dashed together by time, and preserved amidst the cool breeze and crisp salt of the Cornish Sea
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Appleton Estate Signature Jamaica Rum 70 CL | 40% ABV | Bold and full-bodied with notes of orange peel, dried apricot and fresh peach, enjoy in a classic cocktail
Main highlights
- TASTING NOTES: Fruit forward expression of aged rum with aromas and notes of dried apricot, fresh peach and a subtle hint of sweet molasses.
- SERVE SUGGESTION: Create the perfect Jamaican Daiquiri by adding 50 ml Appleton Estate Signature, 25 ml fresh lime juice, 15 ml sugar syrup and ice to a shaker, shake until well chilled, strain into a coupe; Garnish with a lime twist.
- HERITAGE: Made in the Nassau Valley, a lush and fertile terrain in the heart of Jamaica; aged for an average of 4 years in the tropical climate of Jamaica, resulting in a smoother, fuller flavour.
- COLOUR: A beautiful harvest gold and amber colour, with remarkable clarity and an effortless finish.
- ABOUT: Single Estate aged Jamaica rum, inspired by the vibrancy of Jamaica, its land, and the joyful nature of its people.
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BACARDÍ Spiced, 35% ABV, 100cl / 1l, Premium Spirit Drink Made with Barrel-aged Rum, Blended with Natural Flavours and Spices
Main highlights
- Offering notes of vanilla caramel, with aromas of cinnamon and cloves, along with a hint of orange and cherry – try pairing it with desserts, cakes, chocolate, cheese or fruit
- Crafted by the Maestros De Ron BACARDÍ, BACARDÍ Spiced has a honeyed and smooth taste that's soft and slightly dry with a sophisticated touch of smokiness throughout
- BACARDÍ Spiced is made with the highest quality, 100% sustainably sourced ingredients, including Bonsucro certified sugar cane – the world’s highest level of sustainable production
- BACARDÍ Spiced is made with BACARDÍ rum that’s aged in charred American oak barrels, then shaped by filtering through a secret blend of charcoals and finished by adding natural flavours and spices
- BACARDÍ Spiced is ideal for making easy and delicious cocktails and works incredibly well mixed with cola, ginger beer, or ginger ale – just pour over ice and stir
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