El Dorado 8 years 

The El Dorado 8 Years is an excellent introduction to the rich world of Demerara rum. Distilled in Guyana, this rum utilizes the iconic wooden pot stills and column stills of Demerara Distillers Limited. Aged for eight years in carefully selected ex-bourbon casks, it achieves a perfectly balanced profile of sweetness, spice, and subtle oak notes. This versatile rum is perfect for sipping neat but also an excellent choice for a luxurious cocktail.

Tasting note

Nose

Aromas of caramel, vanilla, and honey are accompanied by hints of dried fruits like raisins and figs, with a touch of oak and a delicate spice mix.

Palate

A rich and smooth texture with notes of butterscotch, toffee, and ripe banana. Spicy accents of cinnamon and nutmeg blend beautifully with the warm sweetness of honey and caramel.

Finish

Long and warming, with a lingering balance of sweetness and spice. Subtle hints of chocolate and toasted oak leave a pleasant aftertaste.

El Dorado and the Unique World of Demerara Rum

El Dorado is one of the most iconic rum brands in the world, produced by Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL), based in Guyana. The name "El Dorado" refers to the mythical city of gold, and this rum lives up to its name with its rich history, exceptional quality, and deep, complex flavors.

What sets El Dorado apart is its unique production process. Guyana has a long-standing history of rum-making, and El Dorado builds on this tradition with a remarkable heritage. DDL owns several historic stills, some of which date back to the 18th century. These stills play a crucial role in creating the distinctive character of El Dorado rums.

The iconic stills of Demerara Distillers Limited

DDL uses some of the oldest and most unique stills in the world, each contributing its own specific role in crafting the signature flavors of El Dorado rum. Notable stills include:

Wooden Coffey Still

This is one of the last remaining wooden Coffey stills in the world. Originally used on the Enmore plantation, it produces a soft, complex rum with light notes of spice and fruit.

Double Wooden Pot Still

Hailing from the Port Mourant plantation, this is one of the last surviving double wooden pot stills. It creates a heavy, rich rum with notes of dark chocolate, spices, and a touch of wood.

Single Wooden Pot Still

This still comes from the Versailles plantation and is a single wooden pot still. The rum produced here has a distinctive character with flavors of fruit, spice, and a hint of smoke.

Savalle Still

This four-column Savalle still, originally from the Uitvlugt plantation, produces lighter, fruitier rums that are key components in many El Dorado blends.