Top 10 trend-setting rums to try in 2025

Rum is a popular drink suitable for every season. During summer, you can have rum in the form of a yummy beach cocktail like Daiquiris and Pina Colada, during winter, you can enjoy rum in its neat form or as a fancy rum cocktail. The new and innovative ageing techniques have contributed greatly to rum’s popularity along with whiskeys, gins and other liquors. If you are a seasoned rum enthusiast or have plans to explore this people’s favourite alcoholic beverage in 2025, here is a list of the top 10 trend-setting rums to try –  

Mount Gay Barbados Rum 1703

Due to its rich commitment to sustainability and heritage, Mount Gay Barbados Rum 1703 has been hailed as one of the best rums to drink in 2025. It is the world’s oldest commercial rum distillery committed to blending centuries-old expertise with contemporary advancements. The rum produced at Mount Gay Barbados distillery comes with a complex and refined profile offering a smooth and full-bodied texture. Try the Mount Gay Barbados Rum at Moodis for sipping neat or with a small ice cube for the best experience. With every single sip of this rum, your palette will surely cherish the layers of dark chocolate, molasses, and ripe banana. Don’t forget to thank me after exploring the smoky and nutty undertone.

Havana Club

 

The combination of prestigious awards, innovative collaborations and commitment to sustainability has cemented Cuban rum Havana Club’s name as the most trend-setting rum of 2025. The rum gets aged in bourbon casks for 3 years and offers a round palette comprising notes of oak, vanilla, citrus, spices and lemon. It is a lighter liquor and therefore perfect for rum-based cocktails. 

Rockhopper Rum

The first thing to notice in a bottle of Rockhopper Rum is its distinctive branding style. This rum is considered one of the best because of its unique blend of toffee, dark chocolate and honey flavours. The subtle aroma of cocoa baking spices and toasted oak makes it sweet, smooth and well-balanced on your palette. Rockhopper Rum’s sweet aftertaste comes from blending rums of Panama, Guatemala and the Dominican Republic. The 5-year-old blending process in ex-bourbon barrels contributes to its unique flavour. Furthermore, the striking look of the white bottle creates the most quirky brand identity. Try it to know it’s magic on your own.

Zacapa Centenario

One of the world’s most luxurious and prestigious rum Zacapa Centenario originates from Guatemala. For 6 to 25 years, the rum gets blended using the Solera ageing system in casks where sherry, bourbon and Pedro Ximenez wines have been aged. Notes of caramel, vanilla, honey and dried fruits along with its velvety texture make it refined, complex and smooth. This ultra-premium rum in its neat form is appreciated by whiskey and cognac drinkers too. So, if you are looking for a trend-setting rum to try in 2025, try Zacapa Centenario. 

Don Papa Rum

A Filipino premium aged rum, Don Papa has become patron’s favourite and the most trend-setting rum of 2025 because of its sweet, bold, and fruity profile. It is one of the few Asian premium rums that has gained global recognition. Aged at the foot of Mount Kanlaon the rum is crafted using locally grown sugarcanes of Negro island. It is believed that the rum’s branding has been inspired by Philipino folklore and history.  

Rhum Vieux Agricole

Rhum Vieux Agricole is a premium-style agricultural rum made from sugarcane instead of molasses. Primarily originating from the French Caribbean islands the rum is popular mainly for its complex flavours. Rhum Vieux Agricole’s flavour profile comes from the Caribbean island’s high environmental influence. When you sip on it, you will find notes of dark chocolate, spices and caramel. Brands like Clement, Dillon, and Neisson are the most popular brands of Rhum Vieux Agricole.    

Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva

Premium Venezuelan rum Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva is one of the best rums to try in 2025 because of its smooth, rich and sweet profile. The rum offers aromas of toffee, butterscotch, orange peel and vanilla with flavour notes of dried fruits, caramel and nutmeg. Try a serving of Diplomatico Reserva neat or on the rocks with a splash of water for the best experience.  

The Demon’s Share

The Demon’s Share rum is considered one of the best forbidden treasures of Panama for its complex flavours, bold branding and richness. Since the rum gets crafted using traditional methods, it often gets compared to El Dorado. You will find notes of buttery toffee, ripened fruits and smoky oak. You can opt to drink The Demon’s Share in its neat form or you can enjoy a rum-forward cocktail.   

Flor De Cana

Aged in volcanic soil, Flor De Cana is an award-winning Nicaraguan rum popular for its ultra-smooth profile. Since the rum is produced using sustainable methods, it is certified Carbon Neutral and Fair Trade. While sipping on a serving of Flor De Cana, you will find notes of toasted nuts, vanilla, and caramel. Carrying 130 years of heritage, this bold and sophisticated rum is one of the finest aged rums in the world.  

Bacardi Carta Negra

Bacardi Carta Negra is a full-bodied Puerto Rican dark rum with deep flavours of dark chocolate, coffee and toasted almonds. This rum can be best to drink in cocktails specially made of dark rums. Try this particular rum with grilled meats, aged cheese or dark chocolate based desserts to get the best experience.   

Conclusion

Rum is more than just an alcoholic beverage, it is rich in tradition, history and variety. Mostly, in the regions of Latin America and Carribean islands, rum is considered as a cultural representer. Besides offering rich and complex flavours, its diverse styles make it a cocktail powerhouse. So, now that you know the names of the top 10 trend-setting rums to try in 2025, let me know in the comments which one will you try first? If you already have tried one of these, then kindly share with me your experience. Cheers!