Caroni 1988 – 15 Years Old – Blended Trinidad Rum – Velier – 43% A historic and increasingly difficult-to-find bottling from the early Velier-Caroni era, belonging to the releases that helped establish the legendary reputation of Caroni Distillery among rum enthusiasts worldwide. This rum was distilled in 1988, matured until 2003, then transferred into stainless steel tanks to reduce evaporation losses and preserve its original character before being bottled by Velier in 2008. It is a blend of Heavy and Light Caroni rums, carefully assembled under the supervision of the distillery’s master blender, resulting in a particularly balanced and elegant profile. Specifications: * Distillery: Caroni * Bottler: Velier * Distilled: 1988 * Tanked: 2003 * Bottled: 2008 * Age: 15 Years * Origin: Trinidad * Type: Blended Trinidad Rum * Strength: 43% ABV * Volume: 70 cl * Blend of Heavy and Light rums * Original stock: 20 drums * Total production: 5,200 bottles This release represents one of the most elegant and approachable expressions of the historic Caroni style and has become increasingly difficult to source on today’s international market. Condition: * Original bottle and presentation box included. * Original seal intact. * Fill level and overall condition visible in the photographs. * Properly stored in suitable conditions. Important notice: The photographs form an integral part of the description and show the actual lot offered for sale. Despite every effort being made to provide a complete and accurate description, minor signs of wear, imperfections, storage marks, ageing marks or other condition-related details affecting the bottle, label, capsule or presentation box may be present and may not be individually mentioned. Prospective bidders are therefore encouraged to carefully examine all photographs before placing a bid. A highly collectible early Velier bottling and an important piece of Caroni history for enthusiasts and collectors alike.