Flor de Caña 12-Year

Happy to have this in my collection smooth and flavourful enjoy

Up to the point of trying the FDC 12, my rum purchases had mostly been sweeter rums. So upon first taste, this tasted a bit thin and dry. Many positive reviews encouraged me to be patient, so I did and that patience was rewarded. I've come to enjoy this one and actually find myself thinking of bourbon occasionally as I sip. After having taken a breather from my sweeter rums to get acclimated with the FDC 12, I decided to try the Plantation XO again recently. I couldn't believe how sweet the Plantation tasted! Still love the Plantation but the two rums couldn't be more different. Variety is the spice of life!

Very balanced and conservative rum. No rough edges. Very good choice for Newcomers!

adorable with a bite of chocolate... and even if you dont have chocolate :o)

Très doux et bien balancé.
Really smooth and well balanced.

Not a bad rum if you like whisky, but not for me ultimately. The good: cheap, some character up front, smooth finish. The bad: not much in the way of flavor, at least not for a 12. Defenders will say it's subtle, but I'd say too much so. Also, I found it is oddly similar in taste to Don Q Anejo, not sure why this is, but it is.

First tried this Rum recently and loved it. First few were with Coke but with the 12 and 18 year old, they are perfect straight up

6,2:The first nose releases some fairly dry alcoholic aromas. The wood is strongly toasted, releasing notes of well-roasted nuts, chocolate note. A pass of solvent loosens the vanilla from the wood, then reveals a fruity, sweet and tangy character. Caramel and vanilla are accompanied by a very ethereal white floral side. The rum needs time to open.
Time will wash away the alcohol notes and the rum will remain on dry notes of strongly toasted wood and roasted, ground nuts. The dry, vegetal notes evoke walnut blossom, while the woody notes lighten up a little.
6,5:On the palate, the contrast is quite astonishing, as the rum is now very sweet. Toasted wood and roasted nuts are balanced by this sweetness. Walnuts and hazelnuts are tinged with a burnt, almost tarry touch. The rum is then fluid and light, with hints of tobacco, coconut, red fruit.
6:On the finish, the rum dries out and hooks the taste buds, bringing walnut brou de noix to mind once again.

I purchased this rum because I learned that it contains no added sugar. So, I expected it to be less sweet than other sipping rums I've tried and this was indeed the result. However, I really enjoy its smooth, creamy feel on the tongue and it has very satisfying flavor without much burn. I haven't tried the Flor De Cana 18 year rum yet but I don't think I'll pay the extra money for that one since the 12 year is so enjoyable. So, I intend to keep this one on my bar as a good sipping rum. Also, I won't waste it by mixing in a cocktail but always sip with just a little ice.

As a 12 years old rum finnished in Bourbon casks: not tasty at all.
As a after work drink: a good one.