About Rum and Cane Spirits from Guatemala

About Rum  and  Cane Spirits from Guatemala
Alcoholic spirits in this Central American country are focused on the production of rum and aguardiente. There are various quality and price levels, with the aged añejo rums being the finest, offering notes of roasted nuts, cola and tropical spice. These are fine for mixing, but should be appreciated as sipping rums.

Top Picks for Guatemala

Rum and Cane Spirits

Ron Zacapa Solera Gran Reserva No. 23 Rum
94 points
$45
A superb rum for sipping or pairing with cigars—great for newbies and experts alike.
Botran No. 18 Rum
93 points
$39
Delicious sweet and savory elements making this is an easy drinking dessert rum.
Ron Zacapa Solera Gran Reserva XO Especial Rum
93 points
$119
The richness of tropical fruits and wood are a standout factor that would be perfect for a tropical cocktail over crushed ice.
Botran Infinito Rum
93 points
$179
The contrast this has between sweet and bitter notes will work as complement for cigars.
Botran Roaju Rum
92 points
$54
A dry and serious adult rum that will be nice as a sipper or to elevate rum cocktails.
Ron Zacapa Solera Gran Reserva Edicion Negra Rum
92 points
$70
Mature flavors of chocolate and leather that make you want to pair with smoked BBQ or use as a substitute for whisky in rich cocktails.
Botran Roaju Ron De Guatemala Aged Fresh Cane Juice Rum
92 points
$50
A very pretty Rum with a hint of earthy complexity and a lovely lingering caramel sweetness; smooth with just the faintest bit of funk.
Miracielo Reserva Especial Artisanal Flavored Rum
90 points
$40
It's rich, easy to drink, and perfect for winding down the night with a sweet after dinner treat; a textbook example of a lightly flavored, lightly spiced, slightly sweetened Rum.
Botran Cristalino Aged Fresh Cane Juice Rum
88 points
$45
Mix this with lime and coconut water for an easy Daiquiri riff.
Coconut Cartel Anejo Rum With Coconut Water
87 points
$38
A barrel-aged coconut cocktail poured right into your glass.