El Dorado 12-Year

As others have said, this is a good gateway rum if (like me) you're a beginner. It's sippable stuff, though not very remarkable. Unlike some other rums aged in ex-bourbon casks, it doesn't have a distinct off-putting whiskey taste (are you listening, Mount Gay?). I don't feel it's a crime to mix it, it's tasty with juice or in a hot buttered rum and might be considered as a go-to mixer rather than a sipper although it's too pricy for me to consider it for that. It might grow on me as I compare it to others, though I'm now moving away from sweeter rums and I feel this has a bit too much sugar. It's enjoyable; however I'm searching for a go-to rum and this isn't it...it's too sweet and too expensive for me, though I can see why others might prefer it.

Great gateway rum, not too sweet, not too sharp, not too fruity, not too caramely.
Coffee and dark chocolate on both nose and tongue, but not in a bad way - coming from someone who doesn't like those tastes very much.
Mostly a blender for me but decent sipper as well.

some people say this is the best rum in the world ..so I thought I give it a try ..it's easy to drink but for me too sweet wouldn't buy again but can see why people love it

Tried it, tasted like added sugar, still good for cocktails

Sweet rum. Really sweet. Don't get me wrong I am not putting it down. I did rate it a 7 after all as I did their 15 year. Drinking neat is almost too much sweetness for me so adding ice helped a lot and really saved it for me as far as the ratings went. Ice really helped mellow it and bring out some nice flavor. Would recommend more than the 15 year as much cheaper and overall would recommend as it is a really nice rum just be in the mood for a sweet rum when you are drinking or reviewing or else it may not be given a fair shot.

Easy to enjoy anywhere with anything, well rounded with excellent depth

Good overall sipping rum. Nothing too fancy but can't miss buy.

A standard on my bar shelf, excellent rum for mixing and sipping on ice. Smooth, slightly sweet, with vanilla notes.

Subtle aroma. Soft taste. Ok for sipping, better for mixing. Not sweet at all. You can feel the alcohol just a bit strong. Better than most 12 year rums.

I find this my go-to sipping rum. The price is low enough not to feel guilty about sipping it, but the taste is smooth and flows over the tongue.