1 / 7Come Hell or High Water Spiced Rum, 70cl, 38% ABV
Come Hell or High Water Spiced Rum is a 70cl bottle at 38% ABV, described as a dark spiced rum with vanilla and cola flavouring. Its listed spice blend includes cinnamon, cardamom, aniseed and coriander, and the maker suggests serving it with cola or ginger beer, or in cocktails.
At a glance
- The maker describes a dark rum blend featuring vanilla, cola and a range of spices.
- Suggested pairings include cola and ginger beer, as well as classic dark spiced rum cocktails.
- Customer feedback reports smoothness and noticeable but not overpowering spices, while opinions on flavour vary.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Multiple suggested uses, from simple cola or ginger beer mixers to cocktails.
- The listed blend combines several named spices rather than relying only on a generic spiced-rum description.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Type | Spiced Rum |
|---|---|
| Bottle size | 70cl |
| Alcohol by volume | 38% ABV |
| Flavour description | Vanilla and Cola Flavoured Rum |
| Spices listed | vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, aniseed and coriander |
| Rum origin described | Caribbean rums |
| Suggested serves | premium cola, ginger beer or in a classic dark spiced rum cocktail |
|---|---|
| Awards claimed | Best of Class at the SIP Awards and Gold medals at the UK Rum Masters and the International Rum Conference |
What to know before buying
- Flavour intensity may not suit everyone. Customer feedback is mixed, with some finding the rum pleasant and others saying its flavour is not strong enough. The detailed flavour and listed spice blend are maker descriptions.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Buyers seeking a dark spiced rum with vanilla and cola flavouring.
- Those looking for a bottle to mix with cola or ginger beer, or use in cocktails.
- People choosing a rum gift for someone who enjoys flavoured spirits.
Less suited to
- Buyers who prefer a strong, forceful flavour profile, given reported mixed reactions to flavour intensity.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
76% 76% - 4 stars
13% 13% - 3 stars
6% 6% - 2 stars
2% 2% - 1 star
3% 3%
Customer feedback highlights a smooth texture and describes the spices as noticeable without being overpowering. The rum’s appearance also receives positive mentions, while reactions to flavour are mixed, including comments that it is not strong enough. For buyers considering the listed vanilla-and-cola profile and 38% ABV, that variation makes flavour intensity a personal preference rather than a guaranteed fit. Aggregate ratings lean positive, but do not explain individual opinions.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the texture as smooth.
- Some customer feedback appreciates the noticeable yet restrained spices.
- The appearance is described positively, including a rich and inviting colour.
Mixed feedback
- Customer reactions to flavour vary, with some liking it and others finding it insufficiently strong.
Frequently asked questions
What size and strength is this rum?
The listing describes a 70cl bottle at 38% ABV.
What flavours and spices are described?
The maker describes vanilla and cola flavouring, with vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, aniseed and coriander in the blend.
How does the listing suggest serving it?
It suggests serving with premium cola or ginger beer, or using it in a classic dark spiced rum cocktail.
Do customers agree on the flavour?
No. Feedback describes smoothness and noticeable spices positively, but flavour reactions are mixed, including reports that it is not strong enough.
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