IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Well-balanced Trini rum with a hint of Jamaican funk (I wouldn't mind a little more). This versatile rum—like Banks and Plantation 3-Star—brings plenty of flavor to the offset with no of-putting alcohol aromas; unlike Plantation, it's not overly sweet. Mix it, sip it, you can't go wrong with Denizen.

The nose hints at classic Jamaican fruitiness without being overpowering. The taste begins with a burst of expected Jamaican overripe banana funk that fades slowly. The full flavor and modest price make it a worthy competitor to more expensive multi-island white rum blends, and worlds better than low-end bulk white rums from the major players.