magicpin 0 saren go ana ent a = sue @ O Aa Ite otea5y to predict someone's favourite kind of alcohol, but in nda ts safe to say that at least 2 out of 5 people you drink with would order fora glass of Old Monk. Such s the popularity ofthe celebratory sweet dink of Rum, Whether its dark whe oF spiced thee prabably exists @ Rum you'd happily sip on giventhe chan. And looking at nd’ histoie eationship withthe spet and is base ingredient of Sugarcane, bath during the more defined periods of ish Rao) and vague mentions in mythology, the love for rum realy doesnt strke as surprising at all Having said tha, hi preference forthe alcohol aeeme tobe largely centred around afew top rum brands including the iconic name of Old Monk But dort you think this delightfully yurnmy spit, deserves tobe explored a tad more deep? Okay, evenif you dort agree, let us at least re you on your best rum options ‘nen your out getting 3 bottle. To make searching forthe best ram in Indo, slightly more convenient, eve listed the 16 best rum brands availabe. And rust us when we say we've done our research, fr this ude includes everything the best white rum you can getas well asthe best dark rum in na, both cheap rum and tp shelf rum brands. Ifthat got your curiosity kindled let's dive head rst 1. Ron Zacapa Price INR 7.250 for 750m. Alcohol Content 40% OnwardsImage Courtesy -The Londen Economic ‘ne of the most premium rum brands in Inca, the spr by Ron Zacapa ae prodiced in Guatemala and carry 8 distinct taste of molasses and vanilla, There are 4 best seling variants of Ron Zacapa ums, namely, Zacapa 23, 2acapa XO, Zacapa Edicion Negra and Zacapa Royal the First one being the most sought-after ‘um type Ron Zacapa 23 immensely emooth, and often features under the most pleasurable dark runs tosipneaton anight of indulgence, 2. Clement Price INR 4957 for 700m. Alcohol Content 40% Image Courtesy - DENI ‘Now mind you, this one is rhum, and not aru, snd yes, there's stark ference between the two. The later mostly comprises of ndustia rum thats distil fom molasses whe Rhum Agieoe is the closest you wil et to pure, natural um. Cement Rhum constitutes of billant alchemy, and the split is crafted and ‘matured carefully WSOP Rhum by Clement is rimming witha subile, mellow character and comesin a starting mahogany hue. Clement is indisputably ne of those top shelf rum brands every enthusiast needs touyatleastonce, 3. El Dorado Price IR 4.500 (approx) for 750m Alcohol Content 40%Image Courtesy - Wikipedia The rams by £1 Dorado are actually remarkabeblends of selected vntagerums. The aged rums are created ‘on the banks ofthe Demerara River in Guyana, and have been avaréed by numerous tiles all of which Indicate one thing, EI Dorado is one ofthe best rum brands in iia, along withthe globe. Aged in former Bourbon casks, I Dorado rums are uniquely complex and dstinty Ravourtl bac eer uae Rose Yala eo] Co get the party started! 4. Angostura Price INR 3,200 (Approx) for 700 mi Alcohol Content 40% Onwards Image Courtesy - Liquor Barons ‘One of the leading rum brands straight ftom the Caribbean, ngostra gained rapid wordwide fame owing tote high qualy bers, Angostua sells bth white and dark rum variants, although fs recogrised ‘primey forts superior aged dark rums, each of whichis ablend of chery picked mature runs. With 8 ‘ie, warm favour of vail 2nd an incredibly smooth fish, Angosturs' creamy, gentle ums have snagged ‘an assure place on ever st ofthe best um brands in india 5. Mount Gay Price INR 3.000 for 700m. Alcohol Content 40%Image Courtesy - Foals Made flom molasses and water itered by natural coral, Mount Gay rams are recognised by every um enthusiast across the world. The most famous variant arguably is Mount Gay Barbados Eclipse, which is known forts futy and welzounded palate boasting of enticing notes of banana, vanilla and testy oak. sip ofthis exellent rum cares subtle hints af spices that make for a mouthful of deleate and delightful dak spi. 6. Malibu Price INR 2.980 for 750m Alcohol By Volume Image Courtesy - Wine Liquor Store 1 ofthe best-eling rum brands in india and the world at age, Malibus Coconut Navoured liqueur le absolutely mouthwatering If ke a vacation in a bottle, one tha’ alo ropcal fresh coconut favours wth notes of vaila custard. Mare than anything, the sttt goes down remarkably easily, considering its fut taste and charming coconut aroma. One ofthe best rum brands weve ever ie, Malibu ram can be downed just by seo by throwing in with some pineapple juice or Navour quo. 7. Appleton EstateINR 1,800 (Approx) for 780 mi Alcohol Content SIGNAGURE ha) Image Courtesy Oak & Barrel ‘The Signature Blend by Appleton Estates touted tobe amongst the best rums in India, and one sip a i's ‘uty tasty favours ltr becomes starkly clear why. Imagine some alcoholic salted caramel and youve got pretty goed idea of how Appleton Estate's Signature Blend rum tastes. ts apot-dstiled Jamaican ‘um witha super smooth and bld profile of favours andthe pate has lovely notes of oak, rutmeg and exotic spices. 8. Goslings Price IN 1,600 (Apprex) for 750ml Alcohol Content 40% 10 755%Of llthe sublime variants produced by Gostings its Black Seal rumis perhaps the most famous considering theres popular cocktal (Dak i Stormy) dedicated tot its fulllavoured dark um, aged in reecharted American oak barrel, and caries fine balance of thick sweet spices and steed fats. ‘comes witha delightfully warm and spe fish, andthe taste ingers long ater youve swallowed your gulp ofthis fabulous rum. 9. Bacardi Price INR 800 INR 1,500 fot 750ml Alcohol By Volume 35% Onwards Image Courtesy - Mikkel Jul Hho} Bacardi indlsputaby one ofthe bet rum brands in indi, one that offers an assorment of excing ‘ayourstoits eager custome. In ation to the tif rity flavours auch as Apple, Strawbery, Lemon Grapetni, range and Raspberry, Bacardi also has a wit, black and gold rum up for abs. The unique blends come with remarkable taste and fragrant aromas, and whi the ald variant certainly one of our favourites, wed suggest you tall before setting on yourst 10. Captain Morgan Price INR 472 for 750m Alcohol Content 38% reImage Courtesy - Reader Digest ‘captain Morgan Orginal Spiced Rum i true classic inthe category ofthe best rum brands in India, One of ‘the most top rated rums for mising in splendid cocktails, this one boasts of rich flavours of vail, brown sugar and aromatic spices topped off with aint of oak and a beautiuly balanced, emooth irish, I's an affordable rum brand, that also tastes grea, ad blends wonderfuly well into fancy drinks, 11. Havana Club Price INR 1,100 for 750m Alcohol Content 40% Image Courtesy -Ticket Arena The most popular Havana Cub rum i the Anejo 3:yearol, thats age for thee years in bourbon cas, and comes with a clean round palate comprising of fesh notes of ctrus, oak vanila, some spice and lemon. One ofthe best budget-renaly rum brands in India, this one doesn't compromise on taste ox quality ‘one bit sone ofthe most stinguished ght Cuban rums, perfect fr pouring into ay rum cocktail, ‘owing in wth some mine, or just afew blocks of ee, allinequsl measure, Pre-gaming? The most UNMISSABLE deals to Penni 12. HerculesAlcohol Content Image Courtesy - Hercules Deluxe Easy onthe wallet as well as your tongue, Hercules is one ofthe best sling rum brands nina, especialy in the Defence segment ofthe county The brand produces bath white and dark vatiants, but its the Delixe 2X dark tum that's consumed mast commonly I a teaively smooth dark rum with ach, complex Navour profile, making this one of the best rated budge-fendly rams avalble nthe market 13. Old Port Price INR 650 (Approx) for 750m Alcohol ContentImage Courtesy -magicpin ‘one ofthe best see um brands inindia that alo falls within the confines ofa reasonable budget, ‘Amt’ Old Port Deluxe Rum is chershed for its mouthwatering balance of sweet, spicy, nuty and ripe fut ‘avours, The tum comes ina siky copper shade, an your nose is greeted bythe aroma of vanilla, pistachio and decedent spices. sp ofthis tum leads toa flood of honey-sweet and butterscotch Ravours, wth reeshing notes of erange zee 14. Old Monk Price INR 466 fr 750 mi Alcohol Content 4295, Image Courtesy - Masala Wala Now this iconic rum brand doesnt exactly need an introduction, does i? Extremely budget-friendly yet cffectve Old Monk has been the most adored dar rum in nda ince 1954. Known for is eof tate palate, comprising of vanil, cola spice roasted coffe beans, and caramel favours, Old Monk is cheap, accessible, and absolutely yummy by itself, wth some water, or a sft ik miter all in equal measure, 15. McDowell's No. 1 Price INR 243 for 750m. Alcohol Content 428%Image Courtesy interest Not just one ofthe top seling rum brands in ind, but MeDowell’s Celebration um has been amongst the bestselling tum brands in the wold fo awhile now. haeadistinct ast of sharp vanila and catamelised ‘sugar with subtle flavours of ea leaves, citrus zest and dy tobacco rounding ofthe palate. Trow it into.a lass with seme soft dink mixer, or ginger beerif you're in the mood for experimentation, 16. Contessa Price IR 30 (A9p10x) for 750 mL Alcohol Content 420%Image Courtesy -The Whisky Exchange ‘This one offers decently emooth and bold ast, which et this price makes this rum atta steal. The ‘ayours are warm and mellow, and Contessa um boasts of a pronounced woody taste. 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