# Takamaka Dark Spiced Rum, 38%, 70cl

Takamaka Dark Spiced Rum is a Seychelles rum blended with tropical spices and described as having dried tropical fruit, vanilla and caramel notes. The 70cl bottle is positioned for cocktails, while the listing also suggests drinking it neat or with cola.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: Takamaka
- Category: Grocery & Household > Drinks > Spirits & Liqueurs
- Price: 21.37 GBP
- Previous price: 28.50 GBP
- Discount: 25%
- Price checked: 2026-11-14T10:06:54.680Z
- Rating: 4.6 / 5
- Reviews: 721

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## At a glance

- The listing describes a blend of rum styles infused with natural flavours and local spices.
- Flavour notes listed include dried tropical fruit, vanilla, caramel and papaya.
- A suggested serve combines the rum with lime juice, Angostura bitters and ginger beer.

## Pros

- The 70cl bottle and 38% strength are clearly stated.
- The suggested cocktail provides specific mixing quantities and ingredients.

## Specifications

### Product details
- Brand: Takamaka
- Spirit type: Dark Spiced Rum
- Alcohol by volume: 38%
- Bottle volume: 70cl
- Origin: The Seychelles
### Flavour and serving
- Described flavour notes: dried tropical fruit, vanilla, and caramel, with a fruity finish oh papaya
- Suggested uses: Perfect in Cocktails
- Suggested cocktail: 50ml Takamaka Dark Spiced Rum, 5ml lime juice and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters. Top with ginger beer and garnish with a lime wedge

## Before you buy

- The flavour description is a producer claim, not a guarantee of individual taste. Customer feedback is mixed on the taste, including the vanilla character.

## A good fit for

- Cocktail drinkers looking for a dark spiced rum with tropical fruit and vanilla notes.
- Buyers who want a rum that the listing also suggests serving neat or with cola.

## Less suited to

- Those who prefer spirits without noticeable vanilla or spiced flavour, as customer feedback reports mixed reactions to the taste.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes the rum's quality positively, but reports mixed reactions to its taste. Some customers appreciate a strong vanilla flavour while others dislike it. That difference matters if you are choosing it for sipping. In cocktails, the listed tropical and spiced profile may be a better fit for buyers who enjoy those flavours.
- Positive themes: Customer feedback describes the rum's quality positively.
- Mixed feedback: Taste reactions are mixed, including strong vanilla being appreciated by some and disliked by others.

## Frequently asked questions

### What strength and bottle size is this Takamaka rum?
The listing states 38% ABV and a 70cl bottle.
### What flavours does Takamaka Dark Spiced Rum have?
The listing describes dried tropical fruit, vanilla and caramel, with a fruity papaya finish. Customer responses to the taste are mixed.
### How does the listing suggest serving it?
It presents the rum as suitable for cocktails and also mentions drinking it neat or with cola. One cocktail suggestion combines 50ml rum, lime juice, Angostura bitters and ginger beer.

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## Images

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