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Goslings 151 Proof Black Rum
Opinions land somewhere in the middle here: most agree it's a genuinely usable 151, a few even sip it neat since the alcohol is surprisingly well integrated for 75.5%. Expect molasses front and center, brown sugar, dried fruit, oak and cinnamon. Several tasters call it the backbone of a Zombie or Dark 'n' Stormy. Others still find it thin and hot compared to the Lemon Hart 151 they'd reach for first.
The community says- Well-integrated alcohol
- Great in cocktails
- But: Very high proof
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How does Goslings 151 Proof Black Rum taste?
Aggregated from 39 community reviews.
Molasses-heavy 151 for Zombies and dark rum cocktails Most see it as a capable cocktail overproof — molasses-heavy, sweet, with better-than-expected balance. A handful sip it neat; others rate rivals like Lemon Hart 151 higher.
People building Zombies, Dark 'n' Stormys and other overproof cocktails
Anyone wanting a gentle sipper or sensitive to very high ABV
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RumX’s 0–10 scale is strict: 7.0 sits in the “Good” band. 46% of tasters rate it Good or better; only 7% rate it below average. See the full rating guide →
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What does the community say?
67% rate it between 6 and 8. 12 selected write-ups from 39 community ratings. You can view the complete list in our app.
Review by Domi0476
Most helpful positive review
This rum is amazing and at the same time my first overproof. Immediately warming on the tongue, it has a pronounced mildness for this alcohol content, which I did not expect. Notes of coffee, caramel and dark chocolate paired with a long finish. When tasting, be sure to try it at the end.
Review by Decky Hicks Doughty
Most helpful critical review
Quite a sharp nose, as you'd expect. Very molasses forward, with oak, cinnamon and raisin following. With this high ABV it can almost feel as if it is evaporating on the tounge before any liquid enters the throat. Its sweet. Raisin, licorice the molasses from the nose are all present and a lot easier to detect with water. Finish is short with lots of brown sugar and oak. For me, there are better overproofs on the market. Though, this is one of the strongest out there if that's your thing. Would work well in a Zombie with its dark, licorice notes.
Review by crazyforgoodbooze
Really good overproof! Alcohol surprisingly well integrated! Can actually be drunk better neat than expected 🤣 saved my evening after a missed flight in Vienna. Awesome for lighting zombie cocktails and more.
Review by Steffmaus🇩🇰
Very interesting to taste neat, despite a high ABV%. An airing of the rum would be recommended, and it is great in cocktails. Nose of molasses and I got notes of vanilla, licorice and caramel (after airing for about 20 minutes)
Review by Torsten vom Endt
Very strong rum, not my cup of tea. It is noticeable in the throat if you try this rum straight. However, it is ideally suited as an alcoholic base for a Cuba Llbre. The high woody alcohol content is noticeable on the nose.
Review by Godspeed
151's always come with caveats. They are meant to be pinch hitters, usually in cocktails. This one is really not bad as far as these things go. The undisputed king is Lemon Hart 151, no other rum even comes close at that strength. For me personally I quite liked the 151 Pusser's expression as well, it is my second favorite. This Gosling's 151 comes in a close third. It is a good expression but there are better ones out there. If you've had a particularly bad day I recommend putting this in your dark n' stormy but if you have accesss to Lemon Hart 151, use that instead.
Review by Nils123
Quite enjoyable on its own! The alcohol is well integrated.
Review by Mateusz
Really good and interesting. The alcohol very well integrated and fabulous examples of a very high proof rum that can be sipped neat. Sweet contrasted with nice bitter and woody flavour makes for a balanced rum. I am curious how it would work in a cocktail now!
Review by The Rumanticist
Surprisingly sweet and smooth for a 151 and molasses flavor is dominant. Dried fruit, alcohol, and molasses aromas enchant the nose as if to distract from the high proof disclaimed on the label like a siren’s song. The color is treacle like a watery abyss trapped in a bottle wherein the most terrible sea monsters lie undisturbed. Molasses, dried fruit, and brown sugar notes coat the tongue and brace it for a comparatively mild impact of alcohol that evaporates into a medium finish of spices, something fire-roasted, and finally molasses.
Review by Richard Krupa
I would guess definitely lower voltaz, at 75% it is a fairly smooth rum, but not distinctive aromas and flavors
Review by Kieron Wood
Tasted 03-07-2016 I have had to update he tasting notes on this as stupidly tried neat and expected depth of rum. As of 2021 this is a fantastic zombie rum that's deep in chocolate and delicious
Review by Solidfunk
Decent dose of cognac here and comes around nice. I get potpourri, tanned leather and booze. Dark clear copper pour. Spicy booze tinge sticks with you, not much sweetness here.
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Avg. community purchase price 31 €
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Details about Goslings 151 Proof Black Rum
A Pot & Column Still Rum from Bermudas, at 75,5%.
Community purchases
82 bottles logged by 79 collectors.
A drinker & collector.
34% opened, 11 emptied and repurchased.
What does Goslings 151 Proof Black Rum cost?
Community paid 24–34 €.
Current best price: 31.52 € – within the typical community range.
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