Old Monk XXX

Old Monk XXX is an iconic, velvet-smooth dark rum from India, aged for a minimum of 7 years. Known for its distinct vanilla, caramel, and spice notes, it's enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or famously mixed with cola.  

Old Monk XXX Rum is a quintessential Indian dark rum produced by Mohan Meakin Ltd. in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Launched in 1954, it quickly became a cultural icon in India and gained significant popularity worldwide, often ranking among the best-selling dark rums globally despite relying almost entirely on word-of-mouth rather than traditional advertising. Distilled from molasses (a sugarcane byproduct), the rum undergoes aging in oak barrels for a minimum of seven years, which imparts its characteristic dark colour and complex flavour profile. The palate is dominated by rich notes of vanilla, caramel, butterscotch, and subtle hints of dried fruit and spices like cinnamon and clove. Its smooth texture and warming finish make it approachable neat or on the rocks, while its robust flavour holds up exceptionally well in mixed drinks, particularly the classic Old Monk and Coke. The distinctive, stout bottle shape is instantly recognizable and contributes to its cult status.