Bacardi Gold Rum
Bacardi Gold is a smooth, mellow amber rum known for its subtle notes of vanilla, caramel, toasted almonds, and light oak. It's aged in charred oak barrels, giving it a balanced character perfect for mixing in classic rum cocktails.
Bacardi Gold Rum (also known sometimes as Bacardi Carta Oro) represents a classic style of golden rum, crafted by the renowned Bacardi company. It undergoes aging in toasted oak barrels for a period, typically between one and two years, which imparts its characteristic amber hue and smooth profile. Unlike its lighter counterpart, Bacardi Superior, the Gold expression retains more congeners and barrel influence, resulting in richer flavours. Expect notes of creamy vanilla, butterscotch, toasted nuts, and hints of banana and orange peel, all underscored by a gentle warmth from the oak. Its smoothness and balanced flavour make it exceptionally versatile, particularly shining in cocktails where a bit more depth than a white rum is desired, such as the iconic Cuba Libre. It's charcoal filtered before aging and blended to achieve Bacardi's consistent taste profile.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Rich vanilla, buttery caramel, toasted nuts (like almond), hints of banana, orange peel, and light oak spice.
Palate: Smooth and mellow entry. Flavours of vanilla custard, butterscotch, baked apple, more toasted nuts, and a gentle oak influence. Balanced, not overly sweet.
Food Pairings
Sweet: Grilled pineapple, caramel-based desserts, banana bread, flan, crème brûlée.
Serving Suggestions
Mixed Drinks: Excellent with cola (the classic Cuba Libre), ginger ale or ginger beer, pineapple juice, orange juice, or cranberry juice.
On the Rocks: Serve over ice to slightly chill and dilute, opening up the flavours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Interesting Facts
Bacardi was founded in Cuba but the family and company operations fled during the Cuban Revolution.
The Bacardi bat logo was inspired by fruit bats found in the rafters of the original distillery, considered a symbol of good luck and fortune.
Bacardi pioneered charcoal filtration to create smoother, lighter rums. While Gold is aged, it still benefits from Bacardi's charcoal mellowing process.