Top 10 trend-setting rums to try in 2025
The rum world is on fire right now—and not just because of the Scotch Bonnet peppers. Here’s our top 10 trend-setting rums to try in 2025.
From innovative techniques and far-flung origins to sophisticated flavoured rums and jaw-dropping packaging, rum is stepping out of the shadows of other spirits. Gone are the days of overly sweet spiced rums dominating the shelves; now it’s all about elegant golden expressions, unique flavour profiles, and fascinating stories.
If you’re a rum lover (or rum-curious), 2025 is shaping up to be your year. Here’s a selection of rums that are redefining the category, challenging perceptions, and showing why rum is worth a spot in your collection.
Whether you’re a whisky lover looking to explore or a long-time rum fan ready to expand your horizons, these bottles are here to impress. Let’s dive in.
Top 10 trend-setting rums to try in 2025
The Bristol Rum Company – Sofia Golden Rum
People are moving beyond sticky sweet spiced rums to ripe, sweet golden rums. This gem from Colombia nails the balance. It’s named after Sofia, the Colombian goddess of spirit and free-thinking, and it’s a celebration in every sip.
Tasting note: Lush tropical fruit, vanilla, and a whisper of spice.
Legado Fresh Rum
Rum from Paraguay? Yes, please! Made at an organic sugar mill from single-estate organic sugarcane molasses, this certified organic and Fair Trade rum ticks all the boxes for a standout bottle. It’s fresh, clean, and undeniably cool.
Tasting note: Crisp sugarcane, light citrus, and a hint of white pepper.
Eminente Gran Reserva 10 Year Old with Gift Box Rum
Premium rum meets premium presentation. Eminente Gran Reserva doesn’t just look incredible; its blend of rich, aged rum in intriguing casks delivers a silky, indulgent drinking experience.
Tasting note: Caramelised banana, toasted oak, and a dash of dark chocolate.
Fr’um Pineapple and Smokey Scotch Bonnet Rum
Flavoured rum is taking itself more seriously too. Fr’um takes the sweetness of pineapple, the smoky heat of Scotch Bonnet, and the depth of dark muscovado sugar for a dram that’s as exciting as it is sophisticated.
Tasting note: Juicy pineapple, rich molasses, and a fiery kick.
Mount Gay Single Estate Edition 2 Rum
This is the rum to sway whisky and Cognac lovers. Exceptional craft and elegance meet in Mount Gay’s single estate release, with layers of complexity and balance that rival any top-tier dram.
Tasting note: Rich dried fruit, spiced oak, and a smooth, nutty finish.
Kakira Gold Rum
Uganda might not be the first place you think of for rum, but Kakira Gold is here to change that. Aged in a solera-style system, it offers a unique blend of bright and mellow flavours.
Tasting note: Buttery toffee, golden raisins, and a gentle oak spice.
Varela Hermanos 40 Year Old (cask 82-009) – Old and Rare Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
An astonishingly well-aged rum from Panama, this bottle is pure indulgence. Aged for four decades, it’s a rare opportunity to taste rum at its finest.
Tasting note: Dark chocolate, dried figs, and an endless finish of oak and spice.
Pipa Rum de Goa
A celebration of cultures, Pipa Rum de Goa bridges the heritage of Portugal and India with a story as rich as its flavour. With a nod to history and a modern twist, this rum is as fascinating as it is tasty.
Tasting note: Warm spices, brown sugar, and a touch of tropical fruit.
Australia 16 Year Old – RumRogues (Brave New Spirits)
The rum world keeps expanding, and Australian rum is a prime example of what’s possible. This 16-year-old beauty is proof that rum can surprise and delight from every corner of the globe.
Tasting note: Spiced honey, roasted nuts, and a long, rich finish.
Kromanti Plantain Rum
Another flavoured rum, Kromanti takes it to the next level. Dehydrated plantain meets a blend of aged rums from Venezuela and the Dominican Republic for a drink that’s rich, complex, and deliciously different.
Tasting note: Ripe plantain, vanilla, and a hint of caramel.
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