Velier Mount Gay Elliott Erwitt 2007
For experienced palates who enjoy dry, woody Barbados rums at full proof. This 14‑year Mount Gay delivers leather, oak, vanilla, glue/varnish and dark chocolate, with bitter char and a long, warming finish. RumX users praise its intensity and complexity but often see it as overpriced versus other Mount Gay or Rumclub bottlings, and note the alcohol can be quite sharp unless given plenty of time in the glass.
- Complex woody profile
- Long warming finish
- Unsweetened full proof
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How does Velier Mount Gay Elliott Erwitt 2007 taste?
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Intense, woody Mount Gay for seasoned drinkers For experienced palates who enjoy dry, woody Barbados rums at full proof. This 14‑year Mount Gay delivers leather, oak, vanilla, glue/varnish and dark chocolate, with bitter char and a long, warming finish. RumX users praise its intensity and complexity but often see it as overpriced versus other Mount Gay or Rumclub bottlings, and note the alcohol can be quite sharp unless given plenty of time in the glass.
Enthusiasts who like dry, woody, unsweetened Barbados rums at high ABV and appreciate notes of leather, glue/varnish, roasted oak and dark chocolate.
Those sensitive to alcohol heat, anyone preferring sweet and soft rums, or buyers seeking maximum value over collectible Velier bottlings.
How is Velier Mount Gay Elliott Erwitt 2007 rated?
RumX's 0–10 scale is strict — 8.1 lands squarely in the "Very good" band. 96% of tasters rate it Good or better; only 0% rate it below average. See the full rating guide →
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Review by Jakob
One of the better Mount Gay rums I know - but the profile remains too insignificant for me. Alcohol integration seems to be a constant challenge of the distillates, moreover, the flavor spectrum remains overall quite close together. Smoky notes, oak, spices - here for a change with some tropical fruit freshness. Can not inspire me, unfortunately.
Review by Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰
Not the best Mount Gay in my mind. I've had better and far cheaper ones. Again this will probably be a collectors item like the others. The nose is fruity with oak, vanilla, polish and lovely chocolate. If you leave the empty glass for a few hours these flavours will be even more powerful. The palate is fruity with roasted oak, caramel, leather, vanilla and chocolate. The finish is long with caramel, vanilla, orange and light nuttiness.
Review by Giorgio Garotti
Amazing balance that this rum has throughout its tasting!It also has a fantastic concentration of flavors!I love it!
Review by mto75
The nose quite appealing (apart from the yet quite pungent alcohol) with vanilla, barrel, coconut, orange peel. On the palate, however, extremely burnt / charred. Since I reach then but rather to the more balanced and more complex RumClub Ed. 23 BMMG.
Review by Johannes
I would have blindly guessed Clarendon. On the palate first relatively mild and round, then quite bitter and astringent in the finish. Not so my case.
Review by TheRhumhoe
This Mount Gay is very disparate. The nose is very fragrant, masterfully blending tropical fruit and citrus aromas, wood, spices, caramel and hints of varnish and glue. However, the palate explodes with alcohol, which here is unfortunately not all that well integrated. Dark notes return on the palate with a hint of lime and caramel. The finish is quite long on leather, vanilla spices and a hint of medicine. A rather hard rum that should be drunk in micro-sip.
Review by Benoit Mahe
Not what I like. The alcohol could be better integrated. Wet oak, very floral and woody mouthfeel. Pungent finish. Not a total failure but not to my taste.
Review by Nivius
Quasi der einzige MG, den ich bis jetzt hatte - zum Glück habe ich günstig ne Restflasche bekommen. Ich habe tatsächlich nicht viel erwartet, da ich nur den MG Eclipse vorher kannte und den geschmacklich neutraler in erinnerung hatte, als guten Vodka. Dieser hier hat finde ich die würzigen Noten von einem guten EMB und den Klebstoff eines sehr leckeren Worthypark und das alles sehr rund und ausgewogen - ich war überrascht, dass Barbados sowas kann! .. und dass die übrigen Bewertungen so bescheiden ausfielen, da zweifelt man manchmal schon an seiner Geschmackswahrnehmung.
Review by ilRummista
Very very very interesting nose , good palate, fairly decent finish, persistent but with bitterness prevailing over all other flavors.
Review by Steffmaus🇩🇰
The initial taste gives me almost a soft mouthfeel, despite the rum being at 60% ABV, but the taste is still spirity. The nose was fruity to me, and I got some notes of leather, dried fruits, and molasses
Review by Alexander Rasch
I definitely have a soft spot for Mount Gay bottlings, such as Last Ward. I also really like this bottling from Velier. A little edgy, but I can deal with that. In the end, however, there are much cheaper alternatives and I even like the current Rumclub bottling a bit better (more smoke). With the hype the many money in the end not worth it. But tasty is this bottling 😅
Review by Ondra RumRunner
Mount Gay Velier Elliott Erwitt 2007 je rum s bohatou historií, který spojuje tradiční barbadoský styl s unikátním charakterem edice od Veliere a fotografa Elliotta Erwitta. Ve vůni dominuje dřevitý tón podpořený kokosovými a vanilkovými akcenty. Nádech kůže a dubu spolu s citrusovými plody a ovocnými tóny přináší komplexní a vrstevnatý aromatický profil. Chuť je výrazně dřevitá, s přítomností vanilky, kůže a koření. Pečené tóny a sušené ovoce jsou podpořeny intenzivním alkoholem a jemným nádechem lepidla. Celkový dojem je robustní, s dlouhotrvajícím a hřejivým zakončením. English: Mount Gay Velier Elliott Erwitt 2007 is a rum with a rich history, blending traditional Barbadian style with the unique character of the Velier and Elliott Erwitt edition. The nose is dominated by woody notes, complemented by coconut and vanilla accents. Hints of leather and oak, along with citrus fruits and fruity tones, provide a complex and layered aromatic profile. The palate is distinctly woody, featuring vanilla, leather, and spices. Roasted tones and dried fruits are supported by an intense alcohol presence and a subtle hint of glue. The overall impression is robust, with a long-lasting and warming finish. Deutsch: Mount Gay Velier Elliott Erwitt 2007 ist ein Rum mit einer reichen Geschichte, der den traditionellen Barbadischen Stil mit dem einzigartigen Charakter der Velier- und Elliott-Erwitt-Edition verbindet. In der Nase dominieren holzige Noten, ergänzt durch Kokos- und Vanilleakzente. Leder- und Eichentöne sowie Zitrusfrüchte und fruchtige Nuancen sorgen für ein komplexes und vielschichtiges aromatisches Profil. Am Gaumen zeigt sich eine ausgeprägte Holzigkeit, begleitet von Vanille, Leder und Gewürzen. Geröstete Töne und Trockenfrüchte werden durch eine intensive alkoholische Note und einen subtilen Hauch von Klebstoff unterstützt. Der Gesamteindruck ist robust, mit einem langanhaltenden und wärmenden Abgang.
Review by Mentalo
Die Profile sind zwar unterschiedlich, aber geschmacklich und preislich verliert er imo klar gg. die Last Ward Abfüllungen. Alkohol ist nicht gut eingebunden. Braucht Zeit, dann kommen paar feine Fruchtnoten mit bitter/holzigen Abgang. Da hat der 2009er Last Ward viel mehr Spaß gemacht
Review by Roman Lelek
Mmm Barbados I like it. That’s the kind of rum I like. But this one is quite intense. Nose - I can smell leather, glue and wood. The taste varies from woody and fruity to harsh strong alcoholic tones. The color is dark brown and gold. The 60 ABV is not integrated well, but after while resting in the glass, the taste was much better for me…
Review by Rhum Mirror 🇧🇪
📸 Mount Gay - 14 Years Old Elliott Erwitt Edition - 60% - 2007 Non, la série Magnum ne fait pas référence à des bouteilles de 1,5 L (quoiqu’elles existent en 70 et 150 cl), mais bien au photographe Elliott Erwitt et son travail chez Magnum Photos. Nez fruité et chocolaté, finale longue sur la vanille et l’orangette… Sympa, mais pas inoubliable.
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About the Mount Gay distillery
The Mount Gay distillery is located in Barbados. Rums from Mount Gay have been reviewed 2,885 times with an average of 8.0/10.
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