Gold Rum

Gold Rum

Gold rum is typically aged for a shorter period compared to dark rum, giving it a medium-bodied flavor profile. It often shows notes of caramel, honey, vanilla, and oak, but with a lighter touch than dark rum. The color comes from the aging process, either in oak barrels or through the addition of caramel coloring.
Gold rum is produced in several regions, including the Caribbean, where Barbados and Cuba have become known for their styles. It sits between the light, clean profile of white rum and the rich, spiced complexity of dark rum, making it a popular choice for a variety of cocktails like the Rum Punch or Mai Tai.
The aging process, while shorter, still allows the rum to develop a complexity that’s often sweeter and smoother than a white rum.