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Best Rum Under £50
Rum used to have a bad reputation in the world of Spirits, but has undergone a revival and made a great comeback, not only among the seafarers.
With a wide range of styles and hues to choose from, Rum is one of the most varied and difficult-to-navigate Spirits categories, so choosing the right bottle can seem daunting.
Fret not! From complex sippers, to barrel-aged spiced Rums and golden cocktail-friendly Caribbean offerings, here is the list of best-rated Rums can get for £50 or less.
White Rum, Gold Rum, Dark Rum, Navy Rum, Spiced Rum, Demerara, Solera, Ron, and Rhum - take your pick. All the ages, flavours, and brands are here: Ten To One, Bumbu, El Dorado, Ron Zacapa, Bacardi, Diplomático, Mount Gay, Don Papa, Bacardi, Ron Colón, and others!
Hint: the first five bottles are Flaviar Community Favourites which means you’re getting the most for sugar cane Spirit for your £. They’re followed by other incredible Rums that will wow your palate.
Feeling adventurous? Check out our list of Best Rums under £100 or try a flight of different Rums with one of our Rum-themed Tasting Boxes.
Top 5 Rums UNDER £50
Below, we take you through our top choices for the best Rum.
Highball Express Rum18 Rare Blend
Embark on a remarkable voyage of taste with Highball Express During the dry years a.k.a. the Prohibition, a special airline flew thirsty Americans to Cuba, serving them cocktails in highball glasses – The Highball Express. Named after this tradition, Highball Express is a brand that curates and blends fine...
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Amber.
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Caramel and vanilla with hints of tropical fruit.
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Caramel, smooth vanilla, warming spices and a delightful medley of ripe tropical fruits.
Finish
Long-lasting, leaving a satisfying warmth and a lingering sweetness.
The Kraken Black Spiced Rum
Legendary Elixir: Kraken Black Spiced 94 Proof Rum The Kraken®, a Caribbean marvel, takes its name from a mythic sea creature known for its fearsome tentacles and insatiable appetite. As one of the fastest-growing rum brands, it embodies the spirit of adventure. Crafted with secret spices, each bottle pays homage...
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Black
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Caramel, toffee, spice
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg
Finish
Lingering and spicy
Havana Club 7 Year Old Dark Rum
A seven-year-old Cuban Rum with a warm humidor flavor profile. Made in Cuba since 1934, Havana Club — the Cuban version — is a partnership between Pernod Ricard and the Cuban government. Together they have been producing and distributing Havana Club Rum since 1993 as Corporación Cuba Ron based...
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Nose / Aroma / Smell
The aroma is complex and sweet with notes of tobacco, butter toffee, espresso, and old oak.
Flavor / Taste / Palate
The palate is full and leans toward cigar humidor with notes of yellow plantains, English toffee, and even a dash of Vermouth.
Finish
The finish is long, complex, and creamy with more fruit coming out.
Grand Kadoo Carnival Spiced Rum
Premium Barbadian Rum but make it spicy. Ever heard of the Crop Over festival? It’s a big thing in Barbados: it dates back to 1687 and celebrates the end of the sugar cane harvest. The whole island comes together to express the gratitude for the fruits of the harvest. There’s...
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Appearance / Color
Caramel
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Baking spices, orange peel, walnuts, and ginger.
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Cake-like with dry spices, warming orange notes, and more ginger.
Finish
Dry with lingering orange and spice.
Grand Kadoo Club 8 Year Old Rum
A well-aged premium Rum from Barbados. Ever heard of the Crop Over festival? It’s a big thing in Barbados: it dates back to 1687 and celebrates the end of the sugar cane harvest. The whole island comes together to express the gratitude for the fruits of the harvest. There’s music,...
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Appearance / Color
Gold
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Aromas of burnt orange, toffee pudding, and cinnamon.
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Flavors of anise, bitter orange peel, coffee, and dark chocolate.
Finish
Long with bitter coco, walnut, cinnamon, and sea salt.
