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Kirk and Sweeney 18 Year Old Rum

Kirk and Sweeney 18 Year Old Rum

(0.75l, 40%)


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$45.99
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The bargain of a lifetime.

Let’s be clear. Sonoma County in California is first and foremost wine country. August Sebastiani, the president of 3 Badge Beverages, is a fourth-generation member of one of its oldest wine families. Based in this fertile valley along the rugged Pacific coastline, the company, you guessed it – produces wine. Lately, they’ve broadened their portfolio to spirits as well. Happy times.

Their commitment to craftsmanship and a deep connection to the family history transcend the make of the drink. The company offices are held in the same fire station Sebastiani’s grandfather helped build and where he volunteered. Their spirits division named Mixology includes the Rum brand Kirk and Sweeney, named after the wooden schooner best known for smuggling Rum from the Caribbean to the United States during Prohibition.

To call Kirk and Sweeney 18 Year Old Rum a treasure is an understatement. The Rum is crafted in the Dominican Republic from raw sugarcane and aged for 18 years in American oak casks. The result is a work of art in form and substance. What’s that supposed to mean? Well, the unique bottle, raised cork in a peculiarly shaped low-set jug, with the imprinted rum smuggling route of our favorite hooch vessel, is a lovely addition to any mantelpiece. But it’s even more at home in your bar, that’s for sure.

There’s cargo inside that’s even more alluring than the bottle itself. Simply delicious, with outstanding flavor and a wonderful aroma. So, soo smoooth… Everything you could possibly want in a premium Rum. Go on, find a better well-aged Rum at this price point. We dare you.

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chocolate
brown sugar
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A little bit of etymology; nobody really knows where the word Rum comes from. Most popular suggestions are: Rum (the Romani word for potent), Rumbullion (an uproar), Saccharum (sugar in Latin), Rummer (a Dutch drinking glass).

Tasting Notes
Appearance / Color
Deep mahogany.

Nose / Aroma / Smell
Vanilla, brown sugar and chocolate.

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Coffee, sherry, oak and spicy notes of cinnamon.

Finish
Smooth and lingering.

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Ratings & Reviews
Member Reviews and Ratings of Kirk and Sweeney 18 Year Old Rum
William
William,
Love this rum. It is smooooth...The caramel adds to the full roundness of the feel in the mouth. There is a long finish that is a little spicy. This is going to be a favorite for sipping.
 
Kenneth
Kenneth,
For the price you will be hard pressed to find a better rum. Its smooth and sweet. Id buy again. Gonna try the 23 next.
 
john
john,
smooth great flavor one that should be for after dinner next to a cozy fire and enjoyed as a slowing sipping rum
 
Daniel
Daniel,
This is a very enjoyable rum to drink straight without ice or frozen cubes.
 
Garin
Garin,
Smooth and sophisticated
 
Rick
Rick,
This Rum is a perfect example of why I love aged Rum! The color is amazing and each sip has just the right amount of sweetness. Notes of butterscotch and toffee with a little cinnamon for a hint of spice. I'm having it right now along with a cool ocean breeze...life is good.
 
Rick
Rick,
Wish I had ordered 2 bottles! Will order many, many more!
 
John
John,
One of my favorites
 
Richard
Richard,
Great rum! One of my favorites to drink straight. Definitely going to buy this one again.
 
Warren
Warren,
The flavor is very nice with a true spiced rum flavor.
 
Vivek
Vivek,
Smooth with just the right amount of sweetness and notable spice.
 
Ryan
Ryan,
I received it the other day and couldn't wait to try it. It was better than I thought it was going to be. It was very smooth. Started with a vanilla right away, then you get a very slight heat mixed with cinnamon at the finish and then a creaminess while it lingers. Seriously I am not much of a connoisseur, but I very much enjoyed this taste and look forward to enjoying it more often.
 
Harvey
Harvey,
Kirk and Sweeny 18 year old is truly sipping rum. It is rich, creamy and soft on the tounge. Although rum mixes well for cocktails one should not add anything to this rum. Ginger beer, coke, not even ice should be added to this rum. One should just pour slowly into a fine glass, roll it around, smell the luscious aroma and bring it to the mouth for a small taste. Wash the inside of your mouth and coat your throat with the smooth mellow liquid and you will reach nirvana, without all of that sitting around. This is great rum!
 
Ryan
Ryan,
This is definitely a tasty rum, but I was hoping for something more and doubt I’ll re-up on it. That said, I don’t at all avoid it. It’s good with a strong bit of vanilla, but something a bit... rubbery to my palate.
 
Jonathan
Jonathan,
I've recently turned my wife on to dark rum & this is one of her favorites. Excellent flavor & smooth.
 
Scott
Scott,
Great for sipping neat, cold, or light on ice. The nose is caramel coffee. The initial flavor is smooth butterscotch and chocolate with a spicy kick and a pleasant lingering spicy finish. Very enjoyable!
 
Devin
Devin,
I’m not very much a rum drinker. But I enjoyed this one. Wasn’t as smooth as I would like. But the taste was great!
 
Michael
Michael,
The way rum is supposed to taste.
 
Sneh
Sneh,
Love it
 
Caleb
Caleb,
Wonderful flavor and very smooth. Really enjoy the kick at the end
 
Crow
Crow,
Very tasty and unique rum. Definite chocolate notes up front followed by some spice. Then a surprise spicy finish ..peppery hot...in a good way
 
garrett
garrett,
Great rum a good mixer or on the rocks.
 
Michael
Michael,
Terrific Rum! Aromas of vanilla and a hint of Sherry, with the deeply aged taste of Vanilla with spices and oak, that winds down with a sherry, oak and raisin sensation. Drink neat or on the rocks!
 
Joshua
Joshua,
Great taste neat. Great value.
 
Jarred
Jarred,
I have had tried great, good, and total rot-gut rum over the years but the Kirk and Sweeney 18yr is in a class of it's own! The Kirk and Sweeney 18yr is a truly exceptional sipping rum. I first tried a sip neat, as soon as I poured it into the glass. The flavors were strong, complex and powerful with distinct oak, and a sweet burn going down. I then allow it to sit in the glass for about 10 mins open with a small ice cube melting as the time pased. Afterward the drink was a mild, refined smooth sipping rum. I could taste a velvety butterscotch, with a slightly sweet aftertaste. I seemed to warm my inner core and I found myself wanting more when the two fingers were gone. I determined that this is not going to be my daily rum, but yet reserved for a special evening, late night sip. Enjoy!
 
Steven
Steven,
Really beautiful rum,
 
Devon
Devon,
Smooth, strong, and slightly sweet. Perfect sipping rum at a great price!
 
Dan
Dan,
Not my favorite
 
John
John,
Not bad, though a bit on the sweet side to me. Rather heavy in the molasses, could use more bite.
 
Tucker
Tucker,
Dangerously smooth. I like sweet rums so might have enjoyed it more than most. Starts with a somewhat velvety caramel texture then finishes with a strong honey/molasses flavor on your pallet. Easily sipped a few glasses, leading to a hangover typical of sweet spirits - that would be my only knock on the sweetness. Overall, good value and very enjoyable.
 
Blake
Blake,
I enjoy this rum as a sipping rum. I personally enjoy the Plantation 20th better, but that one & this one are the 2 sipping (non-mixing) rums I currently stock in my home bar. It's not as complex & smooth the Plantation, but has a definite over rocks, sipping nature to it.
 
Chris
Chris,
Very enjoyable version (not as great as the 23 yr old), I like it neat or with ONE cube of ice. Would be nice (but overkill) as a mixer.
 
Eric
Eric,
Great tasting rum...no need to mix just pour it over rocks
 
matt
matt,
If there’s Kirk and Sweeney in our bar, it doesn’t last long. A wonderful sipping rum with complex flavors and delightful linger notes of deliciousness.
 
John
John,
Thank you for sharing this wonderful rum. I found it very palatable neat or mixed. On the sweet side, but not too far left!
 
Stephen
Stephen,
Smooth and rich
 
JOE
JOE,
exceptional aroma. i'm not a rum person, but this is so perfect it will be a constant repeat. the vanilla and Sherry, Oak, Cinnamon make it perfect...
 
James
James,
Nice aroma and smooth sipper. Vanilla notes with a slight spice finish.
 
Erik
Erik,
lovely blend, very smooth, aged real nice, didn't have a care n the world after a few sips.
 
Calvin
Calvin,
Great balance, not too sweet with a nice finish.
 
James
James,
Very smooth, great flavor and minimal burn
 
John
John,
Very nice nose, smooth and great finish!
 
Henry
Henry,
This rum is delicious and smooth as can be. I like it best straight, as mixing detracts from the full enjoyment of this very excellent libation.
 
Loren
Loren,
The rum is not bad. Great decanter.
 
Terry
Terry,
My new favorite. Rich molasses and vanilla up front with a faint spicy finish. Best served neat with a medium bodied cigar. Superb!
 
Mark
Mark,
While I can't tell you what aroma is what it does have a nice one. I think the flavors go well and compliment the flavors of Dr. Pepper as opposed to Coca Cola. Or it's nice just by itself.
 
Roy
Roy,
Top notch.
 
guest
guest,
Very nice aroma and goes down smoothly with a nice molasses finish
 
Steven
Steven,
Fantastic!
 
alex
alex,
By far my favorite rum!
 
Julian
Julian,
Love it
 
Christopher
Christopher,
Very smooth. Where I had bought this at, it was a better value than the 12 year old because it was only $5 more. This is what their 12 year old should have been, but isn't.
 
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