Iron Maiden - Premium Caribbean Dark Rum

Profile: The Iron Maiden - Premium Caribbean Dark Rum at a Glance

• Inspired by one of the world's most influential heavy metal bands
• Reference to Iron Maiden's homage to "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner"
• Ideal neat at room temperature as a digestif or "Avec"
• Notes of dark chocolate, muscovado sugar, and gentle oak spice in the finish
• Long, warm, and complex finish

Portrait: What makes the Iron Maiden - Premium Caribbean Dark Rum special

When a band like Iron Maiden decides to shake up not only the music world but also the rum world, you can be sure: The result will not be for the faint of heart—but definitely for strong characters. After all, we're talking about a band that has been rocking stages for over four decades, sold over 100 million albums, and played more live shows than most of us have vacation days. And while their world tour merrily continues until 2026, they apparently thought: "Why not make some rum on the side?" As you would expect from Iron Maiden.

The Iron Maiden Premium Caribbean Dark Rum not only carries a big name, but also a good dose of history. It's inspired by the band's own homage to Coleridge's famous poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner - precisely the kind of thing that even seasoned literature fans have to double-check to make sure they've understood everything correctly. The rum, however, has nothing to worry about: it's considerably more approachable than its literary inspiration.

It's recommended to enjoy it neat at room temperature - which is quite convenient, as you don't have to search for a shaker or ice cubes. Simply open the bottle, get a glass ready, and nothing stands in the way of an elegant digestif or a relaxed "avec". And anyone who happens to start humming Maiden choruses while enjoying it is definitely at an advantage.

The finish? Long, warm and complex - like a concert that you thought was over, until the band suddenly plays an encore. Dark chocolate, muscovado sugar, and gentle oak spice slowly fade away, while a hint of citrus zest pretends to be the secret star in the background. A final impression of dried fruit and subtle sweetness lingers - the after-party for the palate, so to speak.

In short: This rum has character. Enough, in fact, to elicit an appreciative nod from Eddie.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Iron Maiden - Premium Caribbean Dark Rum tastes like

• Nose: Complex, warm aroma with pronounced notes of muscovado sugar and dark chocolate. Vanilla and soft oak add further depth, complemented by subtle hints of arrack and light marzipan.
• Palate: Multi-layered and precisely structured. A subtle sweetness combines with a clear oak profile. The aromas unfold gradually, revealing nuances of arrack, vanilla fudge, dried figs, muscovado sugar, and dark chocolate.
• Finish: Long, warm, and structured. The sweet and spicy elements fade slowly, while chocolate, muscovado sugar, and mild oak leave a lasting impression.